Things to Do in Allentown, PA - Allentown Attractions
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Historical Toursfromper adult$44
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Bus Toursfromper adult$36
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- Paul W.Elizabethtown, PA240 contributionsThis is a very nice park and a nice walking area around the stadium. Plenty of food varieties. Great location. Two things tht you need to know is no food or drinks, water allowed to be brought in the park and all food, parking etc. needs to be paid with a credit card. Not sure if debit card can be used. No cash. However food isn't to bad for a ballpark. 2.95 hotdogs some turkey bbq-7 dollars,etc.Written August 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MichaelTQ92Drums, PA191 contributionsTook my son there, which is was free on Sunday 12 years and under. We had a great experience before we went to the Phantoms hockey game. Lots of cool cars to explore.Written April 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Louis CBrooklyn, NY4 contributionsIncredible art museum with a well rounded art collection and special exhibits;staff is amazing and attentive; space is welcoming and easy to navigate; the atmosphere is both educational and inspiring; the permanent collection is eye popping and memorable; always a pleasure and surprise when we pop in while passing through Allentown! Free coffee and GREAT art museum store! Pricing is competitive and affordable with emphasis on local artists! Free museum parking at rear. Front door staff are friendly and knowledgeable. A must see -SUPPORT local Museums!!!!!Written April 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jackie RMiami, FL22 contributionsIt’s a unique experience. Makes you feel like a kid again. You can see trouts and feed them for a reasonable and inexpensive price. There are so many fishes!Written October 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MichaelTQ92Drums, PA191 contributionsGreat place to see the Lehigh Valley Phantoms play some hockey. Been here about 10 games or so and always had a great time with my family. Highly recommend.Written March 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PennDaleCoopersburg, PA990 contributionsI took this tour with my husband and Father in law. We all really enjoyed it, but it's definitely something for adults, and not families with young kids, mostly because there are zero vehicles that you can climb into or even touch. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. My engineer husband really liked it.Written January 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Meghan WFCheshire, CT250 contributionsHands down Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market is one of the most charming, idyllic, very Pennsylvanian culture centerpieces that Allentown has to offer. Situated between the west end and center city it is a several blocks long indoor market that has nearly anything and everything you need for your fridge and table. In a world of so much change this Farmers Market is a mainstay and is filled with vendors who have occupied stands for decades delivering their home made, farm grown, or custom crafted foods, produce, meats, seafood, goods, or services. You can easily meet all your shopping needs for the week here. I came here nearly weekly as a college student nearby and had the rare gift of recently visiting on my way to a family reunion. The best part is not much has changed, but only improved.
Reasons I simply adore the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market
- It's an incredible way to support the local economy, farmers, craftspeople, restaurants
- It is ALWAYS meticulously clean
- A great way to meet people and learn about others (i.e. speaking with vendors and talking with fellow customers) in a way we no longer connect due to the rise of social media and changing means of how people gather
- There is literally something here for everyone (learn more in a minute)
- Prices are overall reasonable...but shop around to see who may have a better deal. That's part of the fun!
- You will never go hungry
- There are areas to sit and eat
- There are free samples :-)
Highlights inside the markets with some of my favorites that have been here forever:
- Charlie Ks pizza...has been here for years. Simple cheese pizza for an incredible choice that you can enjoy right at the counter
- Ample produce stands filled with local bounty, You won't find fresher finds...(Red Barn Produce and Bedway's Fresh Fruits come to mind)
- Amish goods (ex. Stolzfus Amish Deli and Amish Village Bake Shop) including baked goods, meats, cheeses, etc.
- Quality meats = Mr. Bill's, S. Clyde Weaver, Clover Farms
- Seafood offerings = Heckenberger's Seafood and a sushi place
- Delicious hot food/sandwiches = Southern Delights, Dan's BBQ, Loan's Vietnamese Bistro, Gdynia Polish Market
- Loads of specialty made snacks including nuts, popcorn, candies, not to mention baked goods, bagels, pasta, salads, etc.
- Specialty food offerings and bakeries including Mary Ann Donut, The Nut Hut, New York Pickle, Mink's Candies, Egypt Star Bakery, Emmaus Bakery, Country Pantry, and more!
- Probably THE BEST coffee place I have ever been to for small roast batch as well as for incredible caffeinated drinks...Heffelfingers' Coffee and Tea (I am literally sipping some of their small batch bean coffee as I write this)
- There are also alcoholic libations including Clover Farms Winery and more recently Eight Oaks Craft Distillery with authentic and unique products
- There is an actual grocery and dollar store inside
- Rare vendors to find include Dave's Vacuum and Old Watch & Clock Shop
- Lena's Skin Care and a barber shop
- Little kid rides for fifty cents
Of note the market is open Thursday - Saturday and while many places offer Saturday afternoon discounts before close I would definitely recommend getting here earlier in the week if you don't want to run the chance of not finding a particular item. Otherwise it's fun to play roulette later Saturday at 3:30 PM and see what deals are available.
Obviously I could go on forever and I only scratched the surface of what you can find here. Bottom line you don't need to consider coming, just go to the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmer's Market. I am already extremely hungry and nostalgic writing this review, yearning for when I can return!Written July 3, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HemantPatel1212426Allentown, PA19 contributionsThe moment you step inside the gardens - you’ll notice natural beauty all around you. Of course, this is if you go at right time of the year to experience early blooming hundreds of rose varieties in spring and very compactly covered bushes in summers. Best part is unlimited spots for a your portrait, selfie, and group shots. Enjoy being part of natural surroundings. Thank you for excellent care of the gardens, park staff!Written March 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HgtravlMarlton, NJ2,683 contributionsCame here for the Bodies Exhibit which is a exhibit showing at the Da Vinci for a couple months. Upon reading the info online, it stated it takes about 1 hour to go thru. We traveled over a hour to come see the exhibit.
When we arrived we were prompted upstairs for the exhibit. I expected the entire 2nd floor to be the exhibit but it was *VERY* small. We took our time & it took us 20 minutes MAX. Sort of let down how small it was. BUT what they had was nice. The displays looked great & lots of info to read.
The exhibit had lots of info & the pieces were very interesting.
I really want to leave 4 stars due to the size let down but because the museum was beautiful, staff was great, the exhibit itself was neat I will give it 5 stars.Written April 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PelleasPhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PA946 contributionsI found the park (besides the lines) much more pleasant than a lot of reviewers. It’s a great diverse crowd from all walks of life, all having a good time. The park is a manageable size for a single day. Good grouping of kids rides all together. Fun water park.
Ok the lines were tough to be sure - 45 mins for a water slide but that’s parks nowadays. What they do need to fix is there is not enough food options and slow service so it can be 30+ mins for a slice of pizza.Written September 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - hawk196978 contributionsAn unexpected wonderful experience! We were looking for museums to visit while in Allentown for an overnighter since the rain dampened our outdoor activities. As we entered the building,we were immediatedly greeted by front desk employee/volunteer Stephanie. She was very welcoming,approachable, and knowledgable as she took the time to give us the layout of the building,while explaining some of the history of the lehigh valley area through pictures and displays. It is nice to have museum staff with her enthusiasm and passion. As we finished our museum experience,we met joe and jill upstairs who are also museum staff. They were delightful as well. We learned a lot of great historical facts and encourage all to plan a visit this great museum.Written March 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Eric R60 contributionsVery nice and relaxing park to walk, run or ride your bike. Alot of nature but with well maintained paths. A quite place not far from everything you needWritten September 6, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
