The Pennsylvania Guide

is your detailed guide to traveling the Keystone State. With bustling cities, Dutch Country, and an exuberant amount of historic American sites, Pennsylvania is where past and present cross paths and meld into one extraordinary vacation spot.

One item always comes to mind when Pennsylvania fare is mentioned -- the Philly Cheese Steak. Though controversy remains over where the Philly Cheese Steak originated, the consensus is that it was created at Pat's King of Steaks in the Italian section of Philadelphia in the 1930s. Wherever it came from, many people agree that a trip to Pennsylvania is not complete without a taste of the world-famous Philly Cheese Steak.
Dance:
Dance in Philadelphia is centered mainly in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Numerous dance companies perform constantly for locals and vacationers alike. Make sure to check out the Pennsylvania Ballet. With an annual audience of more than 100,000 people, their performances are certainly worth seeing.

Theater:
From dinner theater and children's plays to musicals and comedy troupes, theater in Pennsylvania runs the gamut. Our guide to Theater will walk you through what the Keystone State has to offer theater goers.

Getting Info:
There are a number of ways to find information about Pennsylvania. The ease and convenience of current technology makes the Internet the most common place to do research. Other sources full of useful information, such as travel magazines, guides, and books, can readily be found at your local library or bookstore.

When To Go:
If you want to enjoy light, breezy weather as you take a historic tour through Philadelphia, visiting in the spring is probably best for you. To spend some time participating in water sports on Lake Erie, the summer months may be a better choice. Visit our When To Go guide to help you decide when the time is right for you take a trip to Pennsylvania.

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