Top Things to do in Pennsylvania
Top Hotels in Pennsylvania
- 1. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
- 2. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
- 3. Mount Airy Casino Resort Spa
- 4. Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- 5. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
- 6. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
- 7. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
- 8. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA
- 10. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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What to do and see in Pennsylvania, United States: The Best Tramways
Discover the best top things to do in Pennsylvania, United States including Steamtown National Historic Site, Strasburg Rail Road, Duquesne Incline, Monongahela Incline, Johnstown Inclined Plane, Philly PHLASH, Kiski Junction Railroad, The Catawissa Historical Train Station, Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad.
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1. Steamtown National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 866 reviews
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
Reviewed By Mark---MXM - New York City, United States
Strongly recommend visiting Steamtown NHS; terrific indoor & outdoor exhibits; and pleasant/entertaining 30 minute trainride by a 1920s steam engine (for $5/person); great value — cost to visit museum & see trains — no charge. Nice 15 minute move too. Terrific 1/2 day event. Didn’t do the 3-hour or so excursion ... will try during next visit.
2. Strasburg Rail Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,667 reviews
Steam through scenic Lancaster County aboard America’s oldest operating railroad, where the first thing you can expect is an authentic steam railroad experience! Strasburg Rail Road steam locomotives and cars, including First Class, Dining, Coach, and Open Air, all beautifully restored and carefully maintained by a world-class staff. Our regular steam train excursion provides a 45-minute roundtrip through the countryside, while an audio commentary highlights the history about the railroad and surrounding area. More than 2,500 acres of farmland are visible from the train, much of which is farmed by our Amish neighbors. Group rates are available for 10 or more Guests with additional perks for Cafe 1832 and our gift shops! Special Events include Day Out With Thomas, Christmas Trains, Wine & Cheese events, and more! Face Masks and social distancing required. Advanced Reservations required.
3. Duquesne Incline
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,216 reviews
Scale Mount Washington in one of two original 1877 cable cars for a fun and unique ride and a breathtaking view of the Pittsburgh skyline when you reach the top of the 400-foot incline. Parking available across the street from our lower station at 1197 West Carson Street.
Reviewed By rodietraveler - Monticello, United States
Whether you love trains, living history, photography or just doing something different, riding Duquesne Incline is an inexpensive way to do all the above. The tram ride is smooth and fun. The historical cars and the stations are well preserved. At the top, go through the mini-tour and see how the cars move up and down the incline. While the scenery is great from the observation deck at the top, do yourself a favor and take a short walk to see the views at Point of View Park, which includes a sculpture about the city's history.
4. Monongahela Incline
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,171 reviews
The Monongahela Incline is one of Pittsburgh's true gems. Take the incline from Station Square up 600 feet to the top of Mt. Washington to experience spectacular views of downtown that few cities have.
Reviewed By marcelle_andree
It is nearly impossible to explore Pittsburgh using ConnecTix Day Pass without visiting Station Square on the South Side, so you might as well ride the lovely preserved Mon Incline (which is located next to the Station Square T station) up the Mount Washington for awesome shots of the magnificent Pittsburgh skyline and the three rivers. You will never regret doing it.
5. Johnstown Inclined Plane
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 455 reviews
Built to remove citizens from Johnstown in case of a flood, this is the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane.
Reviewed By Pzini - Cherry Hill, United States
This is a real gem- built in 1890 and still operating (with some restoration) in the same original form. The view is great. The ride is unique. If you've already visited the Flood Museum, or Flood National Memorial, the view from the top of Yoder Hill offers a good panorama of Johnstown and the valley that was overwhelmed by the flood. Another good reason to take the ride is the reasonable cost, and the knowledge that the Incline Plane is operated as a non-profit by the Cambria County Transit Authority, and the fare will help them keep this gem operating. If you want to go crazy, you can take your car up to the top with you, and drive around the Westmont neighborhood. Or, if you are a mountain biker, take your bike up, and ride down on the mountain biking trail (no beginners please! See "Friends of the Inclined Plane Trails" on Facebook) There is a snack bar and souvenir shop at the top, and a separate restaurant, Asiago's.
6. Philly PHLASH
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 620 reviews
The Philly PHLASH® Downtown Loop is a visitor-friendly public transit service managed by the Independence Visitor Center Corporation. The PHLASH provides access to stops located near must-see attractions, from Penn's Landing on the Delaware River Waterfront to the Please Touch Museum in Fairmount Park. At just $2 per ride, $5 for a One-Day Pass, or $7 for a Two-Day Pass, it's the most affordable way to get around. Children 4 & under, senior citizens, and SEPTA Pass holders always ride free.
Reviewed By LFAN - Nanuet, United States
There are many fun and interesting things to see and do in Philadelphia. For my third visit in June I had a list of new places to explore throughout the city. Some, such as the Museum of the American Revolution, were within easy walking distance of my hotel in the Old City section of Philadelphia. But others, such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, were not. The Philly PHLASH, a bus service that runs in a loop stopping every 15 minutes at 20 of the city’s attractions, made it easy to get to and from these destinations. There was a stop just a few blocks from my hotel. We first took the bus to the Reading Terminal stop and walked a few blocks to the Masonic Temple. Another day we took it to the Barnes Foundation stop. When we finished visiting the Barnes, we went out to the front of the building, got on the PHLASH and took it to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. At the end of that visit we got on the bus again, which dropped us off a few blocks from our hotel. Other stops on the route include the Liberty Bell center, Rodin Museum, Eastern State Penitentiary, Franklin Institute and Philadelphia Zoo. The buses are comfortable, clean and air conditioned. The fare is $2 per ride, $5 per day and $8 for a two-day pass; seniors ride for free. The bus runs from 10 am to 6 pm daily from May 1 to Sept. 9.
7. Kiski Junction Railroad
8. The Catawissa Historical Train Station
9. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 125 reviews
Train Ride "through the valley that changed the world." You'll travel back in time... just by arriving at our home station, an 1892-vintage freight station in Titusville, PA. Our three hour trip will take you to where oil history began as you hear about the people and places that made up Pennsylvania Oil Country. Your family can share the fun of train travel and relive history. Many special events throughout the the year, including Peter Cottontail Express, Santa Train, Murder Mystery Dinners, etc.
10. Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 92 reviews
Take this peaceful train ride through the scenic Pennsylvania landscape.
Reviewed By Z8215MEthomash - Mechanicsburg, United States
As a board member of the Greater Harrisburg Area autism Society and we had for our autism community a family fun train ride this past Sunday this attraction opened up just for the autism community it was a 30 minute ride each way and the conductor of the train was very good explaining the history of the railroad and things to see along the tracks he also was very good with our special needs kids the railroad is open only Thursdays thru Saturday.
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