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PAPennsylvania Travel & Attractions
Top attractions
Independence Hall (Philadelphia), Gettysburg, Hershey Park, Pittsburgh, Pocono Mountains.
Best time to visit
Spring and summer (May to September) are most popular due to milder weather. Winter is for skiing enthusiasts.
Getting around
Pennsylvania is moderately sized — a week is enough to see the main highlights. Major airports serve Philadelphia and Harrisburg.
Quick travel facts
- Time zone: Eastern
- Region: Northeast
- Capital: Harrisburg
- Largest city: Philadelphia
- Borders Canada — popular for cross-border road trips
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