Explore Things to Do in Pennsylvania
Welcome to Pennsylvania - a state where American history, scenic beauty, and vibrant culture come together to create unforgettable experiences. Walk in the footsteps of the nation’s founders in Philadelphia, home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, or explore the rich heritage of Pittsburgh with its museums, rivers, and iconic skyline. Wander through charming Amish country in Lancaster, discover the rolling landscapes of the Pocono Mountains, and enjoy outdoor adventures from hiking and skiing to kayaking. With historic landmarks, lively cities, picturesque small towns, and diverse culinary traditions, Pennsylvania offers something memorable for every traveler.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Pennsylvania - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Pennsylvania, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Pennsylvania to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Sightseeing Cruise
1.5 Hours • All Ages • Best way to see the lake!
Half Hour Private Electric Car Tour
Starting at $75 | See Philly's Sights! | Book Now-Don't Wait!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
76 Carriages
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Sunset Cruise on the Delaware River
2 Hour Private Charter • Up to 6 People (AGE 13+)
Brooklawn
Private Tours
Philadelphia Cruise Company
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4 Hour Slingshot Rental
Ages 21+ to rent, must be 8 or older to ride • 4 Hour Rental
Christmas Countdown
$37.99 per Person | 1 Hour | Holiday Pop Up Adventure!
Blue Heron Houseboat Rental
3-7 night options • All ages (Up to 10 passengers)
10-Passenger - 2024: 20’ Harris Breeze, 90 HP
Starting at $475 • Four or eight hours • Ages 25 and up to rent
Hawley
Wallenpaupack Boat Tours & Rentals
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SDI Open Water - Lake Hydra Session
Lake Hydra Checkout Dives Only (OW)
Bethlehem, New York City
Scuba.com - New York
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Kinzua Dam to President • 3 Days
All Ages • 52 Miles
Warren
Kayak
Allegheny Outfitters
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Deluxe Cabin 1
1-6 Nights • All Ages Welcome • Price Includes 2 Adults & 2 Children
Portersville
Breakneck Campground
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Guided tours Explore All
Upper Yough Rafting
Ages 16+ | Get ready to get extreme! Class V adventure. Booking in advance encouraged.
Ohiopyle
6.5 hours
Guided Tour, Rafting, Water Activities
White Water Adventurers/ Yough Plaza Motel
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Middle Yough Escorted Rafting
Ages 5+ | Calmer, scenic section. Booking in advance encouraged.
Ohiopyle
Guided Tour, Kayak, Rafting, Water Activities
White Water Adventurers/ Yough Plaza Motel
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Rise & Dine
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Great for friends & family!
Hershey
3 Hours
Guided Tour
Yokl, Inc.
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Guided Cave Tour
Our fully-guided tour is perfect for all ages! | appx 50 minutes
50 minutes
Guided Tour
Woodward Cave
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The Messy History of the Revolution: Philadelphia Walking Tour
2 Hours • Small Group
Philadelphia
2
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
Offbeat Philly
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Guided Shop Tour
45 minute trip through PA's premier auto-restoration shop
Lancaster
45 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
Horsepower Enterprises
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Mid-day Magic
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Great for friends & family!
Hershey
3 Hours
Guided Tour
Yokl, Inc.
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Brandywine Valley and Longwood Gardens Full Day Driving Tour
8 Hours| Private Driving
Philadelphia
Private Tours
Guided Tour
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Public Tours
All ages • 2 hours • Join Us for a Guided Tour of Historic Sugartown Village!
Malvern
2 hours
Guided Tour
Historic Sugartown, Inc.
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Haunted Cellar Tour
Starting at $15 | Kid Friendly!
Gettysburg
1.5 Hours
Ghost Tour, Guided Tour
Historic Farnsworth House
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Private Tours Explore All
Sea Glass Dish
Philadelphia
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Black Hound Clay Studio South
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General Admission
Experience all our exhibits and live shows for one price!
12:00pm Train & 1:15pm Tour Combo Ticket
All Ages • 1 Hour Train Excursion • 1 Hour Guided Walking Tour
Rockhill Furnace
2.25 Hours
East Broad Top
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Autumn Dinner Train
Queer Clay: Monday Evenings
Monday Evenings: June 1 - July 20, 6-9 pm (8 wee
LGBTQ-Friendly
Black Hound Clay Studio West
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Strip District Market Tours
2 - 2.5 Hours • All Ages • International Food Tour
Pittsburgh
2 Hours
Burgh Bits & Bites Food Tours
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Middle Yough Escorted Rafting
Ages 5+ | Calmer, scenic section. Booking in advance encouraged.
Ohiopyle
Guided Tour, Kayak, Rafting, Water Activities
White Water Adventurers/ Yough Plaza Motel
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SDI Advanced Adventure Diver Course
Ages 16+ • 2 Days • Gain more experience! • Practice Navigation! • Explore below 60ft!
Holiday Lights Tour | Groups
Experience the Magic of Philly: Holiday Lights & Music on a Victorian Trolley!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
Bus Tour
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
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History Tours Explore All
A Day in Amish Country
8 hours | Immerse yourself in the Amish culture of the Lancaster countryside!
Philadelphia
Farm, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum, Transportation
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Venture Outdoors Membership
Support Venture Outdoors with one of our memberships!
Boat Rental, Canoe, City Tour, Fishing, Guided Tour, History Tour, Kayak, Water Activities
Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh
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Sailing tour - Historic Philadelphia Waterfront
Age 18+ to book • 3 Hours • Up to 5 people • Private Tours available
Philadelphia
Private Tours
History Tour, Sailing
Man Who Sits on the Tide
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The 7th Ward Black History Tour
For all ages! • 1.5 Hours • Guided Tour
Philadelphia
1 Hour 30 Minutes
History Tour
The Black Journey
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Private Lancaster and Amish Tour
6-10 Hours • All Ages • A private tour with WeVenture Philly, created just for you and your group!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
Driving Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Private Philadelphia History, Highlights, & Revolution
From $305 | 2.5 Hours | Discover Philadelphia history beyond what the guidebooks tell you!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
City Tour, Donation, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum
WeVenture Philadelphia
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One Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour
1 Day | 26 Stops | Experience Philadelphia!
Philadelphia
1 Day
Bus Tour, City Tour, History Tour, Hop On Hop Off, Sightseeing Tour, Transportation
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
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Countryside Tour
Private Tour • 8 Hours • All ages • Valley Forge National Park + Amish Country
Philadelphia
Private Tours
Driving Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sightseeing Tour, TV and Movie Sites Tour
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Philadelphia History, Highlights, & Revolution
2.5 Hours | Discover Philadelphia history beyond what the guidebooks tell you!
Philadelphia
City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Private South Philly Art Tour
From $168 | 2 Hours | Experience the surprising and eclectic South Philly art scene!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
City Tour, Donation, Food Tour, History Tour
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Experience Philadelphia Explore All
Independent Projects - Wheel: Monday Evenings WAITLIST
Philadelphia
Monday Evenings: June 1 - July 20, 6-9 pm (8 wee
Black Hound Clay Studio South
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Boat Proposal | Dockside Toast
Voted Best of Philly • Unique Proposal • Ages 21+ • Deposits available
Open Studio for Students: Wheelthrowing
Work time for Currently Enrolled Students
Philadelphia
Black Hound Clay Studio West
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Candy Dish Workshops
Recommended for Ages 13+ • Up to 2.5 Hours • Up to 21 Spots Available!
Philadelphia
2.5 Hours
Workshop
East Falls Glassworks
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Creating a Tablescape: Monday Evenings WAITLIST
Philadelphia
Monday Evenings: June 1 - July 20, 6-9 pm (8 wee
Black Hound Clay Studio South
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Pastry Class: Pâte à Choux & Croquembouche
NEW • 2 Hours • Up to 16 Spots Available!
Holiday Lights Tour | Groups
Experience the Magic of Philly: Holiday Lights & Music on a Victorian Trolley!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
Bus Tour
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
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Icons of Independence: A Philadelphia Mural Walking Tour
NEW FOR 2026! • All Ages! • 90 Minutes • Incredible Public Art! • Professionally Trained Guides!
Philadelphia
90 Minutes
Mural Arts Philadelphia
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Private Italian Market Food Tour
From $319 | 2.5 Hours | Hit the streets for some real Philly food!
Philadelphia
Private Tours
City Tour, Food Tour, History Tour
WeVenture Philadelphia
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Experience Gettysburg Explore All
Farnsworth House Tour
$12.00 plus tax | Kid Friendly! | Walking Tour
Gettysburg
60 Minutes
Historic Farnsworth House
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Gettysburg Historic Walking Town Tour - "Reluctant Witness".
July 1863 And the aftermath; accounts of those reluctantly caught on the crossfire
Gettysburg
Walking Tour
Horse Tours of Gettysburg
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Attic Whispers & Cellar Shadows Tour
Indoor Tour starting at $15
Gettysburg
Ghost Tour, Guided Tour
Historic Farnsworth House
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Historic Walking Town Tour- Jennie Wade’s Baltimore Street
A two hour town walking tour that walks in the foot steps of Jennie Wade
Gettysburg
Walking Tour
Horse Tours of Gettysburg
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Museum of Haunted Objects • VIP Guided Tour
All Ages • 1 Hour • Our Newest Tour!
Gettysburg
Gettysburg Museum of Haunted Objects
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2 Hour Licensed Battlefield Guided Horseback Tour
Ride Horseback on the Battlefield with a LIVE Licensed Battlefield Guide • Ages 8+
Gettysburg
Horse
Horse Tours of Gettysburg
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Paranormal Night
Most Popular! | Interactive Tour | Age: 16+
Gettysburg
4 hours
Private Tours
Historic Farnsworth House
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1980's Themed Date Night
April 24th - Ages 21+ • 90 Minutes Round-trip
Gettysburg
90 Minutes
Gettysburg Scenic Railway
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Gettysburg Excursions Train Ride
All Ages! • 90 Minutes Round-trip
Gettysburg
90 Minute Round trip
Train
Gettysburg Scenic Railway
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Civil War Spirits
For all ages! • 1 hour 15 min • Walking Tour featuring Stories of both History and Ghosts
Kayak Tours Explore All
Lehigh/Premier Whitewater Rafting
If unavailable, book fun-filled, family-friendly whitewater trips instead.
Weatherly
5 to 6 Hours total (3 to 4 hours on the river)
Kayak
Whitewater Challengers
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Outing - North Park After Dark
Ages 3+ • Explore the lake after sunset!
Allison Park
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh
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Class - Experienced Kayak - North Park
Ages 13+ • Learn advanced strokes and maneuvers!
Allison Park
2 hours
Kayak
Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh
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Adirondack Camp Site
From $155/night (2 night minimum)
Pipersville
Kayak
Treasure Island Outfitters
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Rental - Sit on Top Tandem Kayak - Downtown
Ages 3+ • 1 and 2 Hour Rental Options • Great for Couples!
Pittsburgh
Boat Rental, Kayak
Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh
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🍺 Paddle and Pints | Last Minute Brewing
Ages 4+, 21+ for beer • 1.5-hour paddle + tasting • June 24, July 22, August 19 at 5pm
North Abington
Kayak
Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Lackawanna State Park
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2 Day Eshback to Delaware Water Gap (20 mile trip)
7 Hours Paddle Time
Mother’s Day Kayak & Wine Tour | Bartolai Winery
May 10th - Ages 4+, 21+ for wine • 2.5 hours
Pittston, Wilkes-barre
2.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Falls River
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Kayaking
6 mile/ ~ 2 hour kayak trip
Point Pleasant
Kayak
Bucks County River Country
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Summer Camp - Ultimate Outdoor Adventure - North Park
Running 6/29-7/3, 7/6-10, & 7/20-24 for 6th through 9th grade
Kayak
Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh
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