An afternoon of antiquing in the Mon Valley
Clusters of antique stores and curiosity shops are located in the charming historic towns along the Monongahela river. Make a day of it and come home with something you didn't even know you needed.
Getting creative in downtown Harrisburg
On September 10, the Art Association of Harrisburg's 29th Annual Gallery Walk will showcase the capital's vibrant art scene. One stop on the free event's route is the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, a dynamic space that has something for everyone.
On the Way To... Happy Valley
If you're catching any Penn State football this fall, here some exciting things to see and do beyond the gridiron, from natural wonders to inspiring museums and charming small towns.
Reading's Centre Park Historic District is gorgeous, affordable and friendly
In a leafy neighborhood in the northwestern part of the city, a quiet revitalization is underway. The new influx of residents come for the stunning historic homes and stay for the sense of community.
On the Way to... Bethlehem Musikfest
Every year, almost a million people head to the Lehigh Valley for the country's largest free music festival, staged in the shadow of Bethlehem's iconic steel stacks. At this year's event (running August 4 through 13) you can check out performances by Santana, LIVE, Toby Keith and many more. When your ears need a break, there's plenty of hoppy brews, tasty eats, local art and outdoor adventures to be had in this rich PA region.
Brewing up excitement in Middletown
The oldest community in Dauphin County is on the move thanks to an ambitious brewery and still works project -- housed in an iconic local building -- a new transit hub and exciting changes at Penn State Harrisburg.
More than the Amish: What to See, Do and Eat in the New Lancaster
For generations, folks have traveled to this pastoral county to witness Amish life, drive over the rolling hills, and fill their cars with handmade furniture and jars of chow-chow. You can -- and should -- still do all that, but add to your itinerary creative restaurants, local breweries and wineries, a scenic bike tour, a deep dive into Lancaster City, an afternoon on the river and much more. If you get off the beaten path, this Pennsylvania county will never stop surprising you.
Eating your way around the world, within the Reading city limits
This Pennsylvania city is home to a booming international population that is having a tremendous impact on the local restaurant culture. In fact, you can explore cuisines from a bevy of countries without ever leaving Reading.
On the Way to... Longwood Gardens
Hit the road and head to the most-visited public garden in America. Boasting 1,077 acres, 20 indoor gardens, 20 outdoor ones, meadow and woodland trails, and over 11,000 types of plants, this remarkable site in Chester County is a Pennsylvania institution. While you're at it, stroll downtown Kennett Square, visit local wineries and indulge in the area's mushroom majesty.
City on the Rise
A new generation of locals, transplants and repatriates are transforming Lancaster City, shifting the reputation of a metropolis that's long been in its famous county's bucolic shadow. Whether you're looking for a night out, a historic home to renovate or fertile ground for your fledgling startup, this compact burg has you covered.