In Erie, Pennsylvania, you’ll find so much to do, and time to do it all! Relax along the calm waters of Lake Erie, and enjoy the natural beauty, local food, attractions and festivals that make Erie County an exceptional place to get away.
Each summer, Erie’s warm temperatures and seven miles of sandy beaches give visitors the perfect reason to get away.
With a location on Lake Erie, it’s only natural that one of Erie’s best features is its waterfront. Whether you spend time on the water or alongside it, you’ll find an abundance of things to do set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Erie and Presque Isle Bay.
Affordable family fun is one of the things that Erie does best. Pack up the car and get wrapped up in activities that you and your kids will all love.
Home to the Lake Erie Ale Trail, something new is always brewing at the Erie's microbreweries and distilleries.
Erie’s arts and entertainment scene is a unique blend of metropolitan spirit and small town charm, offering a myriad of theatrical performances, thought-provoking art galleries, and national touring acts.
The Erie region's event calendar is always brimming with reasons to celebrate seasons, cultures, resources, teams and much more.
Natural beauty abounds in Erie County, and along with it are wide-reaching ways to enjoy it. When you visit Erie, plan to partake in some of the most peaceful paddles, best fishing, and scenic trails as you'll find anywhere in the country.
Sharpen your game and test your skills across the sprawling fairways and beautifully landscaped greens at Erie's golf courses.
Lake Erie is consistently named one of the top bass fisheries in the nation, and the seasonal steelhead runs are the stuff of legend. Cast a line in Erie's waters and leave with a tale for the ages.
Find the best restaurants in the Erie area and a variety of dining experiences. From fine dining to casual, family friendly, ethnic, fusion and grab and go, there is a cuisine to please every palate. You can dine on a rooftop, on the water or the waterfront, bayside, curbside, inside or outside. The possibilities are endless.
Erie County is home to one of the largest grape-growing regions in the country, featuring lush lakefront vineyards and charming small towns like North East, where a walkable downtown features local shopping, restaurants and parks, and is the Erie County start to Lake Erie Wine Country.
Pamper yourself by relaxing your mind, body and spirit at one of Erie’s wellness centers and spas. Rejuvenate and soothe your inner being. Erie's wellness centers, massage therapy and spas offer traditional services and new-age healing techniques.
Erie’s rich, historical past is filled with innovative thinkers, inventions and discoveries. Explore our region’s museums, monuments and memorials to learn the role that so many people, places and events played to shape our community into what it is today.
When it comes to sports, Erie has so much to cheer for! Erie County is home to three minor-pro sports teams, four universities with teams represented in the NCAA Divisions I, II and III and a thriving sports tourism scene.
Erie is a great destination for a waterfront escape in any season. Whether it’s sunbathing on the beach or snow shoeing the trails, visitors never run out of things to do. Explore our seasons and discover how Erie can be your complete year-round destination getaway.
814-835-5356
4105 Asbury Road
Pet friendly (outside trails only)
Erie, PA 16506
814-454-1813
436 Walnut Street
Girard, PA 16417
814-392-3500
3330 West 26th Street
Village West Plaza
Erie, PA 16506
In front of Blasco Library/160 East Front Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-664-4749
945 Mead Avenue
Corry, PA 16407
814-734-3114
301 W Plum St #2122
Edinboro, PA 16412
716-736-4418
5811 Welch Hill Road
Ripley, NY 14775
814-474-2356
7085 Van Camp Road
Fairview Township
Girard, PA 16417
814-833-7424
11100 West Lake Road
Lake City, PA 16423
814-392-4785
Home field is Erie Sports Center
8159 Oliver Road
Erie, PA 16509
814-454-1813
356 West 6th Street
Erie , PA 16507
2614 Glenwood Park Ave
Erie, PA 16508
814-452-2744
150 East Front Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-455-7779
Erie Insurance Arena
809 French St
Erie, PA 16501
814-456-1300
Home games - UPMC Park/110 East 10 Street
Business Office - 831 French Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-864-2022
4940 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16501
356 West 6th Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-453-3743
420 French Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-456-5969
428 Chestnut Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-734-6699
221 Waterford Street
Edinboro, PA 16412
716-326-2003
8305 West Main Road
Westfield, NY 14787
814-454-1770
150 East Front Street, Ste 300
Erie, PA 16507
814-454-1813
356 West 6th Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-898-4653
3730 Harbor Ridge Trail
Erie, PA 16510
814-602-5846
12 East Dobbins Landing
next to Woody's Backwater BARge & Grill
Erie, PA 16507
814-461-0911
1402 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-453-5323
1501 West 6th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-725-1911
31 Wall Street
North East, PA 16428
814-449-9012
150 East Front Street - Erie Maritime Museum
Erie, PA 16507
814-824-3000
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
814-636-5100
8270 Peach Street
Suite 300
Erie, PA 16509
814-796-2767
10760 Donation Road
Waterford, PA 16441
814-734-1641
14510 Mt. Pleasant Road
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
716-484-2222
203 W. Second Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
814-920-9666
130 E Front Street
Erie , PA 16507
814-616-7222
1505 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-664-3053
32 North Center Street
Corry, PA 16407
On the bay side of Presque Isle that overlooks Misery Bay
Erie, PA 16507
814-824-9241
1909 Chestnut Street
East End Entrance
Erie, PA 16502
814-838-3938
Presque Isle State Park
Presque Isle Canoe & Boat Livery
Erie, PA 16505
814-836-0201
Perry Monument at Presque Isle
Erie, PA 16501
866-ERIE-FUN (374-3386)
8199 Perry Highway/Exit 27, I-90
Erie, PA 16509
814-835-1384
301 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-833-3604
Presque Isle State Park, east of Beach 6
Erie, PA 16505
814-833-3272
6300 Sterrettania Road
Fairview, PA 16415
814-833-7424
Foot of Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-835-8900
Waterworks Beach area
Presque Isle State Park
Erie, PA 16505
814-836-1827
3835 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-398-4692
24527 U.S. Highway 6 & 19
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
814-452-2025
303 East 32nd Street
Erie, PA 16504
814-528-5005
3728 Liberty Street
Erie, PA 16508
724-880-1283
Captain John E. Lampe Marina, Foot of Port Access Road
Erie, PA 16507
814-833-7424
301 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
At the intersection of 1st Ave & W High Street
Union City, PA 16438
814-922-3261
352 Holliday Road
North Springfield, PA 16430
Wolverine Park Marina
34 State Street
Erie, PA 16507
If you live more than 50 miles from Millcreek Mall, stop by the Customer Service Center to register. You’ll receive a Guest Rewards Tourism Program Luggage Tag. Scanning the QR Code on it will reveal special offers from participating mall merchants. If you spend $200 or more that day, take your receipts back to the Customer Service Center and you’ll get a FREE $20 Mall Gift Card. You get rewarded just for shopping!
Set sail for an inspiring dining experience! Enjoy a unique casual dining experience on Erie's Bayfront. The Cove's nautically inspired decor and an unbelievable view of Presque Isle Bay will have you feeling the venturous spirit of those who live their lives on the sea.
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!”
Happy Fall Y’all! Come enjoy the farm during Fall Harvest season September 14 – October 31. Grab your friends and family and enjoy a variety of fall themed activities for every age. With over 25 attractions, our guests create long-lasting memories worth repeating. General admission includes wagon rides, an 8-acre corn maze, slide mountain, ball zone, game garden, pedal carts, corn box, Kid’s Village, animal exhibits, mindbender mazes, trike track, tire fort and so much more! Plan a birthday party with a campfire spot! PLUS, enjoy themed events and character visits!
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.
NOW OPEN! ASCEND fosters a community-centered climbing, fitness, and yoga experience by serving individuals and groups of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Located in Downtown Erie, ASCEND welcomes Erie visitors to stop in and give climbing a try!
Five Iron Golf is blurring the lines between indoor golf and entertainment. State-of-the-art simulators and world-class instruction meet premium events and amenities plus delectable food and cocktail menus.
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.
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.
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.
Savor an exquisite waterfront dining experience at Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel, where culinary excellence meets panoramic views. This signature restaurant invites you to indulge in a delectable journey with a menu showcasing locally sourced ingredients and global inspirations while overlooking the serene waters of Lake Erie.
Tia Book Cellar is an independent bookstore offering new and bargain books, unique gifts, puzzles, and games for all interests and ages. Located across from Gibson Park in North East, their brand embodies the local business model and the local grape heritage. Tia's believes that "there is always … local, an alternative, and a story." They look forward to helping you discover your next read or gift here.
Edinboro Community and Economic Development is a regional Edinboro area non-profit committed to fostering positive community-wide growth. Through economic and civic initiatives, the ECED seeks to empower the Edinboro community to effectuate targeted change to meet current needs and build regional resilience. Edinboro is a unique area where rural and urban values intersect, and the best "small town America" qualities shine.
Erie’s favorite globe-trotting “little orchestra,” Pink Martini, brings its 30th anniversary tour to Mercyhurst University’s Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Led by pianist Thomas Lauderdale and featuring the captivating vocals of China Forbes, Pink Martini boasts a multilingual repertoire and a sound that mixes classical, tango, samba, pop, swing, and jazz.
Find true action with slots, table games, sports book, and horse racing.
Experience family summer fun on more than 100 great rides, slides and attractions at Waldameer!
Voted Erie’s Choice Best Hospital for eight years in a row
Fill your tank, pick up fresh food from local brands, and a six-pack to go in 40 regional locations.
Experience 84 degrees all year at one of the top water parks in the country.
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