19 days in Pennsylvania Itinerary

Step out of Philadelphia to go to Kennett Square and see Longwood Gardens, which is approximately 52 minutes away. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Independence Hall, get engrossed in the history at Eastern State Penitentiary, try to win big at Harrah's Philadelphia, and admire the masterpieces at Rodin Museum.

To see where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Philadelphia tour itinerary planner.

Pisa, Italy to Philadelphia is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a -6 hour difference. In August, daily temperatures in Philadelphia can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to drive to Lancaster.

Go for a jaunt from Lancaster to Hershey to see Hersheypark about 44 minutes away. There's still lots to do: relax in the rural setting at Old Windmill Farm, contemplate the long history of The Amish Farm and House, see the interesting displays at Landis Valley Museum, and stop by Kitchen Kettle Village.

To find photos, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Lancaster day trip tool.

Getting from Philadelphia to Lancaster by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Philadelphia in August, expect slightly colder with lows of 19°C in Lancaster. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can drive to Gettysburg.

Gettysburg is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: witness the site of a historic battle at Gettysburg National Military Park, contemplate the long history of Jennie Wade House, appreciate the history behind Equestrian Monument to Major General John Sedgwick, and take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Gettysburg holiday maker.

Traveling by car from Lancaster to Gettysburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Gettysburg can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can drive to State College.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): gain insight at Penn State University, admire the natural beauty at The Arboretum at Penn State, and then get a dose of the wild on Penn's Cave & Wildlife Park.

For reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our State College trip maker website.

Traveling by car from Gettysburg to State College takes 2.5 hours. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Gettysburg in August: highs in State College hover around 30°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Erie.

Erie is known for theme parks, parks, and casinos. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll around Presque Isle State Park, make a splash at Waldameer & Water World, appreciate the history behind Perry Monument, and enjoy some diversion at Asbury Woods.

For other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Erie road trip site.

Drive from State College to Erie in 3.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Erie can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Pittsburgh.

Change things up with these side-trips from Pittsburgh: Mister Rogers' Park Bench (in Latrobe), Fallingwater (in Mill Run) and Ohiopyle State Park (in Ohiopyle). And it doesn't end there: stroll through Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Washington, examine the collection at Bicycle Heaven, and take a stroll through Strip District.

To find ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Pittsburgh trip site.

Traveling by car from Erie to Pittsburgh takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in August, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can fly back home.