30 days in Pennsylvania Itinerary

Created using Inspirock Pennsylvania holiday planner
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Pittsburgh
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Erie
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State College
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Elysburg
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Allentown
— 4 nights
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Philadelphia
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Lancaster
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Gettysburg
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Pittsburgh — 3 nights

City of Bridges

Known primarily for its steel-related heritage and 446 bridges, Pittsburgh sits at the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers, which meet to form the Ohio River.
Change things up with these side-trips from Pittsburgh: Fallingwater (in Mill Run), Cucumber Falls (in Ohiopyle) and Mister Rogers' Park Bench (in Latrobe). There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, learn more about the world around you at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, examine the collection at Bicycle Heaven, and immerse yourself in nature at Point State Park.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Pittsburgh day trip site.

Fort Myers to Pittsburgh is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Fort Myers in June, things will get little chillier in Pittsburgh: highs are around 79°F and lows about 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Erie.
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Erie — 3 nights

Flagship City

Erie boasts a state park, casino, and racetrack all with the name Presque Isle.
Erie is known for theme parks, parks, and casinos. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll around Presque Isle State Park, stop by Pulakos Chocolates, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Erie Zoo, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Patrick Church.

To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Erie vacation maker app.

You can drive from Pittsburgh to Erie in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 76°F, and evening lows to 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to go by car to State College.
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State College — 3 nights

State College is a home rule municipality in Centre County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Change things up with these side-trips from State College: Pine Creek Rail Trail (in Wellsboro), 321 Gallery (in Hollidaysburg) and Lincoln Caverns (in Huntingdon). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at The Arboretum at Penn State, identify plant and animal life at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, learn about winemaking at Seven Mountains Wine Cellars, and walk around Tom Tudek Memorial Park.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read our State College road trip planning website.

Getting from Erie to State College by car takes about 3.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 76°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Elysburg.
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Elysburg — 3 nights

Elysburg is a census-designated place (CDP) in Ralpho Township, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. Explore Elysburg's surroundings by going to Ricketts Glen State Park (in Benton), Worlds End State Park (in Forksville) and Raymond B. Winter State Park (in Mifflinburg). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park, don't miss a visit to Whistler's Mother Statue, indulge your thirst for a good beer at D.G. Yuengling and Son Brewery, and examine the collection at Knoebles Mining Museum.

For reviews, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Elysburg trip planner.

You can drive from State College to Elysburg in 2 hours. June in Elysburg sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 60°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Allentown.
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Allentown — 4 nights

Allentown is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. Explore Allentown's surroundings by going to Nockamixon State Park (in Quakertown), Episcopal Parish of St. Mark and St. John (in Jim Thorpe) and Bushkill Falls (in Bushkill). And it doesn't end there: take in nature's colorful creations at Allentown Rose Gardens, contemplate the long history of Hoover Mason Trestle, hike along Wildlands Conservancy- Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, and get to know the fascinating history of Karl Stirner Arts Trail.

To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Allentown trip tool.

Traveling by car from Elysburg to Allentown takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 80°F, and evening lows to 61°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia — 6 nights

The City of Brotherly Love

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S. democracy, as it was once the meeting place for the country's Founding Fathers.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Philadelphia: Valley Forge National Historical Park (in Valley Forge), Chester County History Center Museum (in West Chester) and Longwood Gardens (in Kennett Square). Next up on the itinerary: get a sense of history and politics at Independence Hall, try your luck at Harrah's Philadelphia, explore the world behind art at Philadelphia Museum of Art, and admire the natural beauty at Chanticleer.

To see traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Philadelphia trip planner.

You can drive from Allentown to Philadelphia in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Philadelphia can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Lancaster.
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Lancaster — 3 nights

Red Rose City

The heart of Pennsylvania's famous "Dutch Country," Lancaster is one of the nation's oldest inland cities, founded in 1730.
Explore Lancaster's surroundings by going to Hershey (Hershey Gardens & The Hershey Story Museum), Mid-Atlantic Air Museum (in Reading) and Perrydell Farm Dairy (in York). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at The Amish Farm and House, find something for the whole family at Dutch Wonderland, experience rural life at Lapp Valley Farm, and get engrossed in the history at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.

For more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Lancaster trip planner.

Traveling by car from Philadelphia to Lancaster takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. June in Lancaster sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 62°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Gettysburg.
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Gettysburg — 4 nights

Located near the memorial park marking the site of one of the largest Civil War battles, the town of Gettysburg sits in a landscape of rolling green hills with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance.
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, explore the different monuments and memorials at Gettysburg National Cemetery, steep yourself in history at Little Round Top, and appreciate the history behind State of Pennsylvania Monument.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Gettysburg trip maker app.

Drive from Lancaster to Gettysburg in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, daytime highs in Gettysburg are 81°F, while nighttime lows are 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to fly back home.
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Pennsylvania travel guide

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The Keystone State
One of the country's 13 original founding states, Pennsylvania contains a balance of modern cities and fertile fields. A rich and varied state with a colorful history dating back to colonial times, it remains a worthy holiday destination with its well-preserved 19th-century battle sites and memorial parks. This diverse land is home to pristine forests and rugged mountain regions. For an urban experience, visit the state's university cities, offering numerous tourist attractions as well as thriving music, performance, art, and culinary scenes. The region's Amish country provides a weekend getaway in a picturesque setting of quaint towns surrounded by rolling hills and fertile farmland.
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