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Accessible Travel in Erie

Erie, Pennsylvania is a destination that embraces inclusivity and offers a range of accessible experiences to provide a welcoming environment to travelers with disabilities from wheelchair accessibility and sensory-friendly attractions to hearing and visual aids. With a variety of accessible facilities, amenities, and services, Erie takes pride in ensuring that everyone can explore and enjoy its rich history, natural beauty, engaging culture, and delicious cuisine.

Pictured: the White family enjoying a day at Presque Isle State Park Beach 8 in 2022, courtesy of Carrie Brock White. Beaches 7, 8, and 11 at Presque Isle  feature ramps with ADA access to waters edge as well as beach wheelchairs available to rent free of charge. Beach wheelchairs are available first-come, first-served at the Public Safety Building, and have a weight capacity of 350 lbs. 

To learn more about accessibility at specific Erie attractions, accommodations, and restaurants, click on the listings below. 

Erie-Based Resources for Travelers with Disabilities

For further assistance in planning your trip to Erie, the following resources may be helpful. 

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5 Wits

814-618-6071
400 Millcreek Mall Blvd
Erie, PA 16509

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A Compassionate Hart Massage Therapy

814-456-5833
2005 West 8th Street, Suite 101
Erie, PA 16505

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Applebee's

814-866-8210
7790 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Applebee's

814-838-1144
2911 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505

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Arrowhead Wine Cellars

814-725-5509
12073 East Main Road
North East, PA 16428

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Asbury Woods Nature Center

814-835-5356
4105 Asbury Road
Pet friendly (outside trails only)
Erie, PA 16506

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Baymont Inn & Suites

814-866-8808
8170 Perry Highway
Erie, PA 16509

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Beach Zero

814-833-3688
83 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505

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BullAndCoffee

814-528-5185
2063 W 8th St
Erie, PA 16505

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Cloud 9 Wine Bar & Restaurant

814-882-9992
25 East 10th Street
Suite 1
Erie, PA 16501
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Cobblestone Hotel & Suites

814-899-9099
4995 Station Road
Harborcreek, PA 16510

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Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Bayfront

814-455-1010
701 West Bayfront Parkway
Erie, PA 16507

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Cobblestone Inn & Suites

814- 663-0001
864 E Columbus Avenue
Corry, PA 16407

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Comfort Inn & Suites

814-866-6666
8051 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Comfort Inn Presque Isle Erie

(814) 835-4200
3041 W 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505

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Country Inn & Suites

814-866-5544
8050 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Courtyard by Marriott

814-860-8300
7792 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Courtyard Erie Bayfront

814-636-1005
2 Sassafras Pier
Erie, PA 16507

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Courtyard Winery

814-725-0236
10021 West Main Road
North East, PA 16428

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Covert Escape Game

814-315-9694
2061 West 8th Street
Erie , PA 16505

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Erie Golf Club

814-866-0641
6050 Old Zuck Road
Erie, PA 16506

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Erie Maritime Museum/U.S. Brig Niagara

814-452-2744
150 East Front Street
Erie, PA 16507

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Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (The "E")

814-452-3515
127 East 14th Street
Erie, PA 16503

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Erie Zoo & Botanical Gardens

814-864-4091
423 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16508

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814-453-3743
420 French Street
Erie, PA 16507

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Fairfield Inn by Marriott

814-868-0985
2082 Interchange Road
Erie, PA 16565

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Glass House Inn

814-833-7751
3202 West 26th Street
Erie, PA 16506

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Green Roof Inn

814-774-7072
8790 Route18/Meadville Road
Girard, PA 16417

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Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront

814-920-9640
130 East Front Street
Erie , PA 16507

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Hampton Inn Erie South

814-866-6800
8050 Old Oliver Road
Erie, PA 16509

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Hawthorn Suites

814-864-2500
8061 Peach Street
Erie , PA 16509

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Hilltop Hatcheries

814-664-8560
12150 Route 6
Corry, PA 16407

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Hilton Garden Inn

814-866-1390
2225 Downs Drive
Erie, PA 16509

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Holiday Inn Erie

814-205-0271
2260 Downs Drive
Erie, PA 16509

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites

814-217-1100
8101 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites - North East

814-725-4400
6310 Old Station Road
North East, PA 16428

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Home2 Suites by Hilton

814-315-4325
8035 Oliver Road
Erie, PA 16509

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Homewood Suites by Hilton

814-866-8292
2084 Interchange Road
Erie, PA 16565

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IHOP

814-520-5303
8040 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Johnson Estate Winery

716-326-2191
8419 West Main Road
Westfield, NY 14787

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Julius at Maennerchor Plaza

814-315-9311
1607 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

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Lake Erie Speedway

814-725-3303
10700 Delmas Drive
North East, PA 16428

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Lakeview on the Lake

814-899-6948
8696 East Lake Road
Erie, PA 16511

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Lakeview Wine Cellars

814-725-4440
8440 Singer Road
North East, PA 16428
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Millcreek Mall

814-868-9000
5800 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16565

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Monacella Massage & Kinesiology LLC

814-838-3622
1001 State Street, Suite 1322
Erie, PA 16501

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Moose Head Pottery

814-636-5100
8270 Peach Street
Suite 300
Erie, PA 16509

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Motel 6 Erie

814-868-0879
7455 Schultz Road
Erie, PA 16509

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Oliver's Rooftop Restaurant

814-920-9666
130 East Front Street
Erie, PA 16507
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Presque Isle State Park

814-833-7424
Foot of Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505

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Presque Isle Wine Cellars

814-725-1314
9440 West Main Road
North East, PA 16428

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Purrista Cat Cafe

814-520-8494
30 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16501

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Quaker Steak & Lube

814-217-1140
8071 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509

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Red Roof Plus+ and Suites

814-813-1000
10 West 18th Street
Erie, PA 16501

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Rita's Downtown Erie

814-413-7482
427 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

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Romolo Chocolates

814-452-1933
1525 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
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Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

814-454-2005
55 West Bay Drive
Erie, PA 16507

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Sleep Inn Erie by Choice

814-864-1010
8100 Peach St
Erie, PA 16509

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott

814-864-5000
2087 Interchange Road
Erie, PA 16509

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814-866-7100
2090 Interchange Road
Erie, PA 16565

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Waldameer Park & Water World

877-817-1009
220 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505

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Williams Place

814-964-3051
117 N Center St
Corry, PA 16407

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Wingate by Wyndham

814-860-3050
8060 Old Oliver Road
Erie, PA 16509

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Yori Winery

814-725-8466
18 South Lake Street
North East, PA 16428

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Partner Spotlight

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Erie Events

Erie Events manages a four facility entertainment complex that includes the Warner Theatre, Erie Insurance Arena, Bayfront Convention Center and UPMC Park. These four venues host a variety of events that include world-class entertainment, family friendly shows and sporting events.

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Cart/Horse

Cart/Horse Distilling is a first-generation woman-owned distillery, pioneering the craft in Edinboro, Pennsylvania. Handcrafted care never goes out of style. We put that artistic attention into every bottle of our small batch spirits. Cart/Horse proudly produces rum, whiskey, vodka, gin, and several award-winning specialty liquors. Our robust cocktail menu uses the finest and freshest ingredients for each custom-built drink.

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AHN Saint Vincent- Award-Winning Medical Care

AHN Saint Vincent has been here from the beginning, providing award-winning inpatient and outpatient medical care. Need express care? We’ve conveniently placed AHN facilities on the west and east side of Erie, just walk-in! AHN Saint Vincent is not only recognized locally (Erie’s Choice- Best Hospital) but nation-wide, so you can expect high-quality care, greater safety, and better results.

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Oliver’s Bayfront Mini Golf

This 18-hole course is the newest addition to Oliver’s Beer Garden, offering stunning views of Erie’s Bayfront and the Bicentennial Tower. Play your round and then enjoy delicious food & drink from the snack bar or Oliver’s Food Truck!

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Millcreek Mall

The Millcreek Mall features more than 160 stores, restaurants, and fun for the whole family on Upper Peach Street, Erie’s most popular shopping district! Shopping in Erie means no sales tax on clothing or shoes. Choose from a variety of hotels located on the Mall property and just minutes away at the intersection of Peach Street and Interstate 90.

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Dobbins Landing

Located on the southeast shore of Lake Erie, the Port of Erie has been promoting industrial, commercial, and recreational opportunities on the waters of Lake Erie since 1959.

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Outdoor Dining at the Bayfront Grille

The Bayfront Grille Restaurant at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel is excited to announce that our Bayside Patio is open for Lunch and Dinner. Please check Open Table for reservations or contact the restaurant directly at 814-454-2005.

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UPMC Hamot - See What Makes Us Different

UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital serves as a regional referral hub and is the only accredited trauma center in the region.

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814 Photo

Showcasing the incredible year round beauty of the City of Erie and its surrounding areas, commonly referred to as its area code "the 814". Explore some of Erie County's most breathtaking landscape photography.

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Mazza Vineyards and the South Shore Wine Company

The Mazza family welcomes you to explore 3 unique locations in Lake Erie Wine Country. Sip and savor award-winning wines at Mazza Vineyards and the historic South Shore Wine Company, both located in North East, PA, and be sure to visit their combination winery, distillery and brewery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing, in nearby Westfield, NY.

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The Cove Bay-Side Restaurant & Tavern

The Cove Bay-Side Restaurant & Tavern is sure to give you an unforgettable and care-free dining experience. Enjoy a nautical atmosphere with a beautiful view of Presque Isle Bay.

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U Pick 6 Craft Beer Pubs & Restaurants

Erie’s own local craft beer pubs are a must-visit! With 4 great locations, just pick one that’s convenient for you! A casual, family friendly dining experience with something for everyone! To view our menu, check out what’s on tap, or get to directions to our pubs, learn more now!”

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Summer Days at Port Farms

Join us for Summer Days at Port Farms from August 5th through September 10th! Enjoy 5-acres of u-pick flowers, themed festivals every weekend, special events, dances, live music, farm treats, specialty drinks, 20+ farm attractions and more! There is something for everyone.

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When you have an opportunity to fly, give Erie a try - support your hometown airport!

Direct daily flights to Charlotte. Erie International Airport is serviced by American Airlines with daily flights to Charlotte with connections to many other destinations.

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