5 PA Tourist Attractions You Should Visit!

 (Staff Writer: Katelynn Roney)

Kennywood Amusement Park- It is located in West Mifflin, PA near Pittsburgh. The park first opened in 1898 and is still open with original vintage rides for anyone to have a great day spending it with family and friends. You could purchase a seasonal pass as well as just tickets for the day. There is a bunch of activities to do as you’re at Kennywood. You could also have your birthday party at Kennywood. It is a great place to check out during the summer!

Mt.  Washington and the Inclines- You cannot visit Pittsburgh without seeing this tourist attraction.  This tourist attraction is the best place to go for a “grand” view of Pittsburgh. Mt. Washington and the inclines was ranked the second most beautiful place in America in 2003.  During the nighttime, lights twinkle from both the city and more than 15 bridges. If you want to go on vacation this summer, this would be a great overlook for you and your family.

Hersheypark- Hersheypark is a great place to visit because there is many things to do while being there. There are 121 acres for the kids to play. They are located in Hershey PA. There are officially 12 roller coasters at the park, and a boardwalk as well. This tourist attraction is known as the chocolate world.  

                                                                         

The National Civil War Museum – This museum is the only one in the United States portrays the entire story about the civil war. It was established in 1990. A lot of school districts make arrangements for their students to take a field trip to explore the inside. Inside of the big building there is materials from the civil war back in time and has descriptions on them. This attraction is 

located in Harrisburg PA.

                                             

Farm Show-

This show is held in Gettysburg for everyone to come and enjoy him or herself as being there. This event is free and a great attraction if you're new to the area.  They make a giant sculpture made of butter every year. A few years ago in 2011, they showed a life size family and its cow eating a good farm breakfast. The breakfast was made out fi 1,000 lbs. of the yummy yellow fat. This event is held on January 8th till the 15th.