The 5 Best Free Things to do in Reading, Pennsylvania (PA)

January 4, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Reading, which gave its name to the Reading Railroad of Monopoly Fame, is located in the midst of Berks County, an area known for rich history amongst beautiful nature. The Greater Reading Area promises visitors the opportunity to experience a wide collection of covered bridges and Dutch folk barn art, and Berks County offers more intrepid explorers the chance to set off on a hike along the Appalachian Trail. Sitting atop Reading is the city's symbol, a massive pagoda, built as a hotel in 1908.
Restaurants in Reading

1. Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center

2910 New Holland Rd, Reading, PA 19607-9448 +1 610-796-3699 http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/noldeforest/index.htm
Excellent
73%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 40 reviews

Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center

Reviewed By donaldgolferdon - Reading, United States

This facility is a learning experience for kids from of all ages . . it is nestled in the hills of Cumuru Township . You will enjoy this learning experience .

2. Fairgrounds Farmers Market

2934 N 5th Street Hwy, Reading, PA 19605-2461 +1 610-929-3429 http://www.fairgroundsfarmersmarket.com
Excellent
54%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 134 reviews

Fairgrounds Farmers Market

Reviewed By Excursion748731

Great produce & delicious restaurants within the market. Enjoy walking around & purchasing fresh meats, desserts, soups & vegetables. Many of the venders have been part of this market for decades.

3. Pagoda

98 Duryea Drive, Reading, PA +1 610-655-6271 http://www.readingpagoda.com/
Excellent
46%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 425 reviews

Pagoda

Reviewed By vibrantverena - Reading, United States

Oh what a night! We decided to explore one of the highly visible landmarks of the greater Reading area and couldn’t stop taking photos as the sun was setting... We were transported. Hard to believe we were in Pennsylvania... felt and looked like from another day and age. Medieval times? Italy? France? At the Great Wall of China? Even the obvious Japan... Note, visitors may not enter the building at this time but you can walk around the building on two levels.

4. Vanity Fair

801 Hill Ave, Reading, PA 19610-3026 +1 610-378-0408 http://www.vfoutlet.com
Excellent
34%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 88 reviews

Vanity Fair

Reviewed By BSvin - Coram, United States

when I go in these places I usually leave with nothing and let my Mrs get what she wants. this time, she did her normal shopping while I walked around, finding bargains here, or there,you need to look all around for those reduced price racks which they do have large signs for. I got some really nice stuff at really nice prices and will be back sometime again

5. The Knight's Pub

141 Stokesay Castle Ln, Reading, PA 19606-9183 +1 610-375-6100 [email protected] http://www.theknightspub.com
Excellent
38%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
10%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 50 reviews

The Knight's Pub

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