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Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, Lancaster, Hershey & Gettysburg: 5-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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5
days
240 km
distance
9.2 h
driving
31
curated stops

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Day 1 Philadelphia

6 curated stops
Transit
0h56
Finish
~16:55
Temperature
16.3°C–26.9°C
Rainy days
~17
Daylight
14.8h
09:00
Philadelphia public independence-and-city-history circuit nps.gov map ↗
Use open public Independence NHP and city-history sites; confirm hours, security and any Independence Hall timed entry.
50 min · Philadelphia · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
10:00
Liberty Bell Center nps.gov read more map ↗
See the iconic Liberty Bell, a symbol of freedom and unity.
50 min · Philadelphia · Free
open: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM, Sat Sun 9AM-6PM
11:00
Independence Hall nps.gov read more map ↗
Visit where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were drafted.
50 min · Philadelphia · Free
open: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM, Sat Sun 9AM-6PM
12:05
Eastern State Penitentiary easternstate.org read more map ↗
Explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of a historic prison that once housed notorious criminals.
50 min · Philadelphia · $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 students/children
open: 10AM-5PM daily; haunted house: see website
13:05
Philadelphia Museum of Art philamuseum.org read more map ↗
Roam one of the world's largest art collections and iconic steps.
50 min · Philadelphia · $20 adults, $18 seniors, $14 students. First Sunday of the month pay and Wednesdays 5-8:45PM, pay what you wish
open: Tue Thu-Sun 10AM-5PM, Wed Fri 10AM-8:45PM, Mon closed
14:25
Lincoln Financial Field lincolnfinancialfield.com read more map ↗
Feel the energy of NFL football games and concerts in this major venue.
90 min · Philadelphia
15:55
Sang Kee Peking Duck sangkeechinatown.com map ↗
Feast on famous Peking duck and other Chinese delicacies in a casual setting.
60 min · Philadelphia · Entrees $8.50-25
open: Sun-Thu 10AM-10:45PM, Fri Sat 10AM-11:45PM
Overnight here
e.g. The Notary Hotel, Autograph Collection · Alexander Inn
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 2 Around Philadelphia

6 curated stops
Transit
0h51
Finish
~18:00
Temperature
16.3°C–26.9°C
Rainy days
~17
Daylight
14.8h
09:00
Wells Fargo Center wellsfargocenterphilly.com read more map ↗
Watch NBA and NHL games or concerts in this bustling sports arena.
90 min · Philadelphia
10:55
First Bank of the United States home.nps.gov read more map ↗
Admire the blue marble exterior and historic pediment of the first national bank.
50 min · Philadelphia · Free
open: Interior is closed to the public as of July 2025
11:55
City Hall visitphilly.com read more map ↗
Admire an architectural marvel dominating the city's skyline with its grand design.
50 min · Philadelphia
12:55
The Comcast Center comcastcentercampus.com read more map ↗
Visit Philadelphia's tallest skyscraper with a public plaza and fountain display.
50 min · Philadelphia
13:55
Barnes Foundation barnesfoundation.org read more map ↗
Admire world-renowned post-impressionist and modernist art collections.
50 min · Philadelphia · $22–25 (weekends are higher price), children $10, discounts for seniors and students with ID
open: Mon 10AM-5PM, Tue closed, Wed-Sun 10AM-5PM
15:00
The Philadelphia Orchestra philorch.org read more
Listen to world-famous orchestral music in a stunning acoustic venue.
90 min · Philadelphia
17:00
Morimoto morimotorestaurant.com map ↗
Experience innovative Japanese fusion from an Iron Chef.
60 min · Philadelphia · Omakase is $165 per person
open: Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30AM-2PM; dinner: Sun-Thu 5-10PM, Fri Sat 5PM-11PM
Overnight here
e.g. The Notary Hotel, Autograph Collection · Alexander Inn
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Day 3 Lancaster & Amish Country

6 curated stops
Transit
3h26
Finish
~17:45
Temperature
16.1°C–27.0°C
Rainy days
~17
Daylight
14.8h
11:15
Lancaster and Amish Country public heritage circuit discoverlancaster.com map ↗
Use public Lancaster town and interpreted regional heritage while respecting private homes, farms and people; rides and shows remain separate.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
12:15
Demuth Museum read more map ↗
Admire paintings by the renowned artist Charles Demuth.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country
13:55
Strasburg Rail Road strasburgrailroad.com read more map ↗
Ride in restored cars pulled by a coal-burning steam locomotive.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country
14:55
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania rrmuseumpa.org read more map ↗
Explore historic trains and railroad artifacts in a preserved setting.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country
15:55
National Toy Train Museum tcatrains.org read more map ↗
Witness a captivating display of toy trains spanning two centuries.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country
open: Daily 10AM-5PM
16:55
Choo Choo Barn - Traintown U.S.A. choochoobarn.com map ↗
See meticulously hand-built miniature trains and animated scenes.
50 min · Lancaster & Amish Country
Overnight here
e.g. Country Acres Campground · Bird-in-Hand Village Inn & Suites
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 4 Hershey

5 curated stops
Transit
1h30
Finish
~17:40
Temperature
15.3°C–26.6°C
Rainy days
~16
Daylight
14.9h
10:10
Hershey public town-and-chocolate-history circuit hersheypa.com map ↗
Use public town and chocolate-history visitor access subject to current opening; theme parks, shows, zoo, caves and sport remain separate.
50 min · Hershey · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
11:10
Zoo America hersheypa.com read more map ↗
Explore a wildlife zoo open year-round and see animals from around the world.
90 min · Hershey · ~$9
12:50
Hershey's Chocolate World hersheys.com read more map ↗
Watch cocoa beans transform into Hershey chocolate and end with a free sample.
90 min · Hershey · price varies
14:30
Giant Center giantcenter.com read more map ↗
Attend ice hockey games, graduations, sporting events, or concerts in this versatile arena.
90 min · Hershey · prices vary
16:10
Hershey Gardens hersheygardens.org read more map ↗
Stroll through vibrant seasonal blooms and themed garden displays.
90 min · Hershey · ~$10
Overnight here
e.g. Hampton Inn & Suites Hershey · The Hotel Hershey
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 5 Gettysburg

6 curated stops
Transit
2h31
Finish
~17:30
Temperature
15.4°C–26.7°C
Rainy days
~15
Daylight
14.8h
10:25
Gettysburg public battlefield-and-civil-history circuit nps.gov map ↗
Use public battlefield roads, National Cemetery and NPS interpretation subject to current hours and closures; commercial tours and events remain separate.
50 min · Gettysburg · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
11:25
Jennie Wade House gettysburgbattlefieldtours.com map ↗
Visit the preserved home where Jennie Wade, the only civilian casualty, lived.
50 min · Gettysburg
open: 9AM-5PM
12:25
The Gettysburg Heritage Center gettysburgmuseum.com map ↗
Step through vivid Civil War scenes that bring history to life.
50 min · Gettysburg · $5.50 adult, $3 youth (ages 6 — 17), 5 & under free
open: Daily March—December 9AM—5PM. Extended Spring & Summer hours 9AM—7PM. Last tour begins 45 minutes before closing
13:25
Gettysburg National Military Park nps.gov read more map ↗
Walk historic battlefields preserved in quiet reverence.
50 min · Gettysburg · Film, Cyclorama & Museumː Adults $20.75; Seniors, Veterans, and AAA members $19.75; Youth (6-12) $15.75; Child (under 5) and Active Military free
open: Battlefield/park roadsː 30 min before sunset-30 min after sunset. Museum and Visitor Centerː 8AM-5PM (March 1-Nov 30); 9AM-4PM (Dec 1-Feb 28)
14:30
Eisenhower National Historic Site nps.gov read more map ↗
Tour the preserved farm home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
50 min · Gettysburg
16:00
Liberty Mountain Resort libertymountainresort.com read more map ↗
Ski down the region's best slopes at Liberty Mountain.
90 min · Gettysburg

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