Highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania by visitors

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Indeed, even if you've lived in Pennsylvania your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Pennsylvania reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Pennsylvania using data from . Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Pennsylvania, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. The Amish Village

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,177 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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#29. Dutch Wonderland

- Rating: 4.3/5 (2,430 reviews)
- City: Lancaster Lancaster County
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#28. Carnegie Museum Of Natural History

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,717 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#27. The Franklin Institute

- Rating: 4.3/5 (3,209 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#26. Mount Washington

- Rating: 4.7/5 (3,042 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#25. Acrisure Stadium Tours

- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,384 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#24. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort

- Rating: 4.2/5 (3,145 reviews)
- City: Erie
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#23. Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,173 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#22. Rocky Statue

- Rating: 4.2/5 (3,301 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#21. Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

- Rating: 4.8/5 (5,874 reviews)
- City: Gettysburg
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#20. Lancaster Central Market

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,077 reviews)
- City: Lancaster Lancaster County
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#19. Barnes

- Rating: 4.7/5 (5,472 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#18. Bushkill Falls

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,940 reviews)
- City: Bushkill Pocono Mountains Region
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#17. Liberty Bell Center

- Rating: 4.3/5 (4,973 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#16. Strip District

- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,031 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#15. Strasburg Rail Road

- Rating: 4.6/5 (5,270 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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#14. Presque Isle State Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (3,247 reviews)
- City: Erie
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#13. PNC Park

- Rating: 4.8/5 (6,195 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#12. Fallingwater

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,886 reviews)
- City: Mill Run
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#11. The Amish Farm And House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,573 reviews)
- City: Lancaster Lancaster County
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#10. Philadelphia Museum of Art

- Rating: 4.7/5 (7,501 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#9. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

- Rating: 4.8/5 (3,395 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#8. Gettysburg National Military Park

- Rating: 4.9/5 (8,518 reviews)
- City: Gettysburg
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#7. Reading Terminal Market

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,954 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#6. Knoebels Amusement Resort

- Rating: 4.7/5 (2,731 reviews)
- City: Elysburg
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#5. Duquesne Incline

- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,418 reviews)
- City: Pittsburgh
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#4. Sight & Sound Theatres

- Rating: 4.9/5 (3,513 reviews)
- City: Ronks Lancaster County
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#3. Independence Hall

- Rating: 4.5/5 (9,195 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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#2. Longwood Gardens

- Rating: 4.8/5 (4,522 reviews)
- City: Kennett Square
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#1. Eastern State Penitentiary

- Rating: 4.6/5 (6,578 reviews)
- City: Philadelphia
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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