10 Shoofly Cake Shops That Still Bake It the Old Pennsylvania Dutch Way
Some cakes whisper tradition, but shoofly sings it with every sticky, molasses-rich bite. If you have wondered where the real thing still comes out of …
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A Massive Concrete Ruin in the Pennsylvania Wilderness Marks One of the State’s Most Tragic Disasters
In a quiet valley of the Pennsylvania Wilds, a shattered wall of concrete rises like a monument to hard lessons. Austin Dam Memorial Park is …
This Old-School Italian Spot in Pennsylvania Has Been Serving the Same Red Sauce Classics for Decades and Every Bite Still Hits
Step through the doors of Dante & Luigi’s and it feels like South Philly history greets you with a warm hello. White tablecloths, the hum …
You Can Feed Friendly Goats and Pigs, Then Pick Fresh Seasonal Produce Straight From the Fields at This Pennsylvania Farm
Tucked away on Berry Lane in Monongahela, PA, Triple B Farms is the kind of place that turns an ordinary weekend into a memory your …
12 Traditional Bakeries in Pennsylvania Still Using Century-Old Sourdough Starters and Hand-Shaping Loaves Before Sunrise
Pennsylvania is home to some of the most beloved old-school bakeries in the entire country, where the smell of fresh bread has been drifting through …
Historic Pennsylvania Districts Best Explored on Foot Where the Architecture Tells the Story If You Know Where to Look
Some places reward slow walking more than fast sightseeing, and Pennsylvania is full of them. In these historic districts, brick patterns, church spires, alleyways, and …
12 Pennsylvania Mountaintop Restaurants That Feel Like a Weekend in Another State Even Though You’re Home by Sunset
Some Pennsylvania restaurants do more than serve dinner – they create that strange, wonderful feeling that you have crossed a state line without ever booking …
Dine Along the Same Riverbank Where George Washington Once Ate at This Historic Pennsylvania Tavern
Tucked along Old Lancaster Road in Malvern, Pennsylvania, the General Warren Inne has been welcoming guests since the 1700s, making it one of the most …
A Pennsylvania Museum Holds 12,000 Clocks and Watches and the Tallest Public Clock Tower in the World Stands Right Outside Its Doors
Tucked away in the charming town of Columbia, Pennsylvania, the National Watch and Clock Museum is one of the most surprisingly spectacular museums you may …
Five Acres of Finds Await at This Pennsylvania Market Where Many Vendors Have Held the Same Spots Since the 1960s
Tucked into the rolling countryside of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Renninger’s Antique Market in Adamstown is one of those rare places that feels like stepping into …
The Northwest Pennsylvania Ghost Town That Went From Farmland to 15,000 Residents in Months and Then Vanished Completely
Imagine a quiet stretch of Pennsylvania farmland suddenly exploding into a bustling city of 15,000 people — all within just a few months. That is …
This One-of-a-Kind Round Barn in Pennsylvania Has Been Drawing Visitors Since 1914 and It’s Now a Farm Market and Local Favorite
Tucked just outside Gettysburg along Cashtown Road in Biglerville, Pennsylvania, the Historic Round Barn & Farm Market is one of those rare places that feels …
A Pennsylvania Restaurant Has Been Cooking Half-Pound Burgers Over an Open Hardwood Fire for Forty Years
Tucked away on Liberty Avenue in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood, Tessaro’s American Bar & Hardwood Grill has been flipping half-pound burgers over a roaring hardwood fire …
13 Can’t-Miss Hikes in Pennsylvania Ranked From Casual Strolls to Leg-Burning Routes
Pennsylvania packs an incredible range of trails into one state, from breezy boardwalk walks to wild backcountry slogs that leave your legs shaking. If you …
A German Religious Community Built an 18th-Century Village in Pennsylvania You Can Still Visit Today
Tucked away in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, a remarkable piece of early American history still stands waiting to be explored. The Ephrata Cloister, founded in 1732 …
12 Obscure State Parks in Pennsylvania Most People Have Never Heard Of but Locals Treat Like Backyard Favorites
Pennsylvania is packed with famous state parks that draw crowds every weekend, but tucked between the mountains, forests, and rivers are a dozen hidden gems …
Visit the Only Little League Museum in the World in Pennsylvania Where the Game’s Biggest Moments Come to Life
Tucked inside the Little League International Complex in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the World of Little League Museum is the only museum of its kind on …
This Family-Friendly Stop in Pennsylvania Turns Crayon-Making Into a Hands-On Experience Kids Can Be Part Of
Tucked inside the heart of Easton, Pennsylvania, the Crayola Experience is one of the most colorful family destinations in the country. Kids don’t just visit …
You Can Ride a Train 1,600 Feet Into a Pennsylvania Mountain at the Oldest Deep Coal Mine Tour in America
Hidden beneath the mountains of Lansford, Pennsylvania, lies one of the most remarkable historical experiences in the entire country. The No. 9 Coal Mine and …
This Breakfast Spot in Pennsylvania Still Makes Funny Cake the Old-Fashioned Way—and It’s Worth The Drive
Tucked along a quiet stretch of farmland in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Coventry Parlor at Laurel Locks is the kind of place that makes you feel like …
Taco Trucks Across Pennsylvania Where the Tortillas Are Pressed to Order and the Salsa Has More Kick Than You’re Ready For
Pennsylvania might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of incredible tacos, but the Keystone State is hiding some serious …
This Indoor Racing Spot Brings Serious Speed and a Challenging Layout to Go-Karting in Pennsylvania
If you’ve ever dreamed of feeling like a real race car driver, Lehigh Valley Grand Prix in Allentown, Pennsylvania, might be exactly what you’re looking …
Rows of Tents and Tables Stretch Across This Pennsylvania Flea Market Where Deals Are Part of the Experience
Rows of pop-up tents and folding tables spread across a friendly field in Barto, and every aisle feels like a fresh lead. Jake’s Flea Market …
The Most Fascinating Two And A Half Hours You Will Ever Spend In Pennsylvania Are Inside This One Mansion
Two and a half hours at the Bayernhof Museum will reset your definition of a house tour. Hidden passages, self playing music machines, cliffside views, …
Walk Past Real WWII Vehicles and Personal Artifacts Inside This Immersive Museum Experience in Pennsylvania
Tucked away in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the World War II American Experience museum offers something you rarely find anywhere else — a chance to stand just …
This Pennsylvania Nature Center Feels Like a Wildlife Sanctuary, an Outdoor Museum, and a Forest Playground All in One
Tucked away in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is one of those rare places that feels like it was designed …
The 14 Best Spots in Pennsylvania to Get a Whoopie Pie That Tastes Like It Came Straight From an Amish Kitchen
If you are chasing that soft, creamy, straight-from-the-bakery whoopie pie experience, Pennsylvania is the place to do it. From Amish Country favorites to old-school markets …
The World’s Largest Bicycle Museum Is Housed in a Pennsylvania Warehouse With Over 3,000 Bikes and Free Admission
Tucked inside a warehouse at 1800 Preble Ave in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Bicycle Heaven is officially recognized as the world’s largest bicycle museum, housing over 3,000 …
A 70,000-Acre River Valley on the Pennsylvania Border Has Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, and Almost No Crowds on Weekdays
Tucked along the Pennsylvania-New Jersey border, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area stretches across more than 70,000 acres of forested ridges, sparkling river bends, and …
One of the Most Famous Buildings in the World Is Hidden in the Pennsylvania Woods and the Waterfall Underneath It Never Stops
Tucked deep in the forested hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, Fallingwater is one of the most celebrated buildings ever designed. Architect Frank Lloyd Wright created it …
The Oldest Outdoor Market in America Still Runs Nine Blocks in Pennsylvania and the Cheese Shops Are Hard to Walk Past
Philadelphia’s Italian Market has been serving hungry shoppers since the 1880s, making it the oldest continuously operating outdoor market in the entire United States. Stretching …
One of the Oldest Public Markets in America Sits Beneath a Train Station in Pennsylvania Where Amish Scrapple Meets Thai Noodles
Tucked beneath the old Reading Railroad train shed in the heart of Philadelphia, Reading Terminal Market has been feeding hungry visitors since 1893. With over …
This Pennsylvania Bar Has Been Serving Since 1860 and the Booth You’re Sitting In Has Heard It All
Tucked down a narrow alleyway in the heart of Philadelphia, McGillin’s Olde Ale House has been welcoming guests since 1860, making it the oldest continuously …
This Tiny Roadside Hot Dog Stand In Pennsylvania Has Been Slinging Legendary Footlongs For Over 50 Years
Somewhere along a quiet stretch of road in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, sits a little hot dog stand that has been feeding hungry locals and curious road-trippers …
This Brazilian Cafe In A Small Pennsylvania Town Has Pao De Queijo So Authentic It Feels Like Stepping Off A Plane In Sao Paulo
Tucked inside the charming small town of Lititz, Pennsylvania, Brazilian Table is turning heads and winning hearts with food that tastes like it came straight …
This German Restaurant In A Small Pennsylvania Town Has Rouladen So Authentic One Visit Is Never Enough
Tucked away along the winding roads of Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, Nurnberger Bierhaus is the kind of hidden gem that food lovers dream about finding. This …
This Historic Pennsylvania Train Ride Travels Through the Valley Where America’s Oil Industry Began
Tucked away in the rolling hills of northwestern Pennsylvania, the Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad offers one of the most unique train rides in the …
The Most Legendary Breakfast Diners in Pennsylvania Have Been Around for Generations and They Are Worth Every Mile
Pennsylvania is home to some of the most beloved breakfast diners in the entire country, and many of them have been feeding hungry locals for …
A Pennsylvania Restaurant Built Like a Mountain Lodge Serves a Five-Layer Lasagna So Massive Most People Cannot Finish It in One Sitting
Somewhere in Irwin, Pennsylvania, there is a restaurant that feels less like a place to grab a meal and more like a cozy escape into …
A Former Prohibition Speakeasy in the Pennsylvania Woods Has Been Serving Fine Dining Since 1933
Tucked deep in the woods of Leola, Pennsylvania, the Log Cabin Restaurant carries a secret history that makes every meal feel like a step back …
A Pennsylvania Tavern That Looks Like a Time Capsule From 1970 Put Lobster Mac on Top of Pulled Carnitas and Accidentally Created a Local Legend
Tucked away in Bristol, Pennsylvania, The Pines Tavern is the kind of place that makes you feel like you stepped into a different decade the …
The Lobster Bisque at This Pennsylvania Seafood Spot Feels Like a Trip to the New England Coast
Tucked away in Easton, Pennsylvania, Marblehead Chowder House has been serving up authentic New England seafood since 1996. If you have ever dreamed of sitting …
This Charming Pennsylvania Town Makes Retirement Feel Like an Endless Vacation
Tucked along the banks of the Delaware River in eastern Pennsylvania, New Hope is one of those rare small towns that feels like a permanent …
These 12 Low Key Seafood Shacks in Pennsylvania Serve Some of the Most Memorable Meals Around
Pennsylvania might be far from the coastline in places, but it still hides some seriously memorable seafood spots. I love how these low key restaurants …
A Woman Fell in Love With Crepes and Opened a Pennsylvania Cafe That Now Has People Driving Across the State to Eat There
Sometimes the best restaurants start with a single obsession. Rachel’s Cafe and Creperie in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is proof that a deep love for one dish …
This Pennsylvania Cafe Is Inside an Old Trading Post and the Ice Cream Comes From Cows the Owners Raise Themselves
Tucked away in the tiny town of Salladasburg, Pennsylvania, Waltz Creamery & Farm House Cafe is the kind of place that feels like a warm …
This Pennsylvania Mountaintop Overlook Offers One of the Most Impressive Views in the State
Perched high above the winding West Branch Susquehanna River, Hyner View State Park in Clinton County, Pennsylvania, delivers a panoramic experience that stops visitors in …
This Classic Stainless-Steel Diner in Pennsylvania Still Serves Affordable Meals and Old-School Charm
Tucked along Providence Road in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the Glider Diner has been feeding locals for decades with hearty comfort food and a whole lot of …
With Only a Few Seats, This Pennsylvania Restaurant Has Turned Pierogies Into a Local Favorite
Tucked inside a lively food hall in Ambler, Pennsylvania, The Pierogie Kitchen has built an impressive reputation with a surprisingly small footprint. What started as …
Miles of Forest Trails and Calm Lakes Make This Pennsylvania Park Worth Exploring
Tucked away in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, Promised Land State Park in Greentown is the kind of place that makes you forget your …