Very clean and staff was very helpful. Based suggestions on the time we had to spend in area…read more Lancaster travel guide contained a very clear map and our host color coded various recommendations and stops

I usually print off directions - but it seemed like the route I was going to take to King of…read morePrussia, PA was very straight forward, so I did not print off directions, and I thought I had them adequately memorized. After getting up around Lancaster, PA - I was mixing up whether U.S. 30 East or U.S. 222 North took me to the Pennsylvania Turnpike/Interstate 76 East. I saw a sign for a "Visitor's Information Center." "Perfect," I thought. I pulled in. Waited my turn (two other folks in line in front of me) and the lady working the counter pulled out a couple of free maps, asked me where I was going, highlighted my route, discussed them with me, and made a couple of route recommendations. They have tons of brochures here on area attractions for folks to peruse and take with them. There are also restrooms, and coffee available. I ended up backtracking a couple of miles west on U.S. 30 and took U.S. 222 North to the PA Turnpike. Great service - and friendly!

A friend and I stopped here on a road trip to New Jersey for a bathroom break and to get snacks…read more The bathroom was fairly clean. There were lots of snacks to be had though they were very overpriced.

A place so nice, my friends once chose this place to meet for lunch. Brand new (relatively speaking…read morenow, in 2025-2026), well maintained, bustling. Wide open inside, floor to ceiling. Parking is pretty easy to find and navigate. Gas looked OK for cars, though I bet you the gas off Exit 1 is cheaper. But the truck line? Fuhgeddaboudit. Yeah, trucks, take an exit anywhere else. Only downside of my last visit? Welcome center was closed. Maybe it's the volume of visitors, but they didn't leave state highway maps out to grab, just a bunch of brochures. Small peeve. I was able otherwise to use the restroom (one was closed of the two, still not overcrowded) and refill my water bottle just fine. I've stopped here before as needed, and I'll stop here again.

Great viewing spot for eagles. Worth the trip. Meet great people of like interests. Best viewing…read moredates Nov-Feb.

[1124] 9/2020…read more This place is beautiful! We visited years ago and wanted to come back with our son. I'm so glad we did. It was a nice quiet spot to see the wildlife. There is a trail. It looks like some people use their kayak on the water. Others were riding their bikes on the trails. I'll definitely be back.

We were blown away as we drove in the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center. It opened in April…read more2008, is meticulously clean and impeccably maintained. The building's thoughtful design really sets the tone for a meaningful visit. They've done an outstanding job sharing the layered stories of the Battle of Gettysburg--why it happened, how it unfolded, and its lasting impact on our nation. Their storytelling truly honors the sacrifices made, weaving history into every exhibit. Staff were exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable. The interactive displays were a highlight--my kids especially loved the miniature cannon where they could "pull the trigger," and the realistic cannon shells you could actually lift to feel their weight. Super engaging! And please, Don't skip the Cyclorama. This massive 360° painting weighs a staggering 8 tons--4 tons of canvas and 4 tons of paint--and it's presented so vividly you feel like you're standing there in the middle of the battlefield. In short, the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center delivers history with clarity, compassion, and creativity. A truly unforgettable visit -- 5 stars all the way!

The short film and cyclorama are a great way to start your trip to Gettysburg to have a refresher…read moreon history and the grounds you are about to explore. Also, they are prepared to handle bus loads of people at a time - these guys are pros! Fun fact: Only 5% of people pass the Gettysburg battlefield guide test -- these guys know their stuff! We went in our own one time, and went back with a guide and it was a way better experience. Highly recommend going with a proper guide to really understand Gettysburg!

I was at the visitor center for a Phambassador event. The event space is on the second floor…read more Stairs in an elevator are both available. The space at the top of the stairs is a good size. It had the check-in table and some photo ops. There's also a balcony that you can go out and look onto Independence Mall. The main space is large. There were a lot of tables, but it didn't seem crowded. Bathrooms are available on the first and second floor. They are clean. There's also a gift shop on the first floor and information in a little café along with a theater and some exhibits. It is a great addition to the historical area

Located just across the Liberty bell entrance, I recommend you make a stop here get a map,…read moreinstructions and then staff here is very friendly and helpful. There are multiple desks make sure you go to the park service desk. They have restrooms inside. The parking is usually full. All the slots for the day were full when we go there so plan ahead !!

I went here and I loved it. But, we went into one of the huts, and a bat was hanging on the…read morefireplace. It was really scary. And funny.

The total package! Valley Forge National Historic park offers the history, the scenery, its hands…read moreon and educational, the photo opps, and it's great for work outs with biking running/walking or hiking. Can't ask for more as you're able to spend a perfect day at this park. The welcome center is a great start as they offer a great orientation video in a large theater that runs often. Then you can tour the museum for little bit of more history to absorb in! Gift shop offers great souvenirs! The park is clean and easy to get around as you may go at your own pace in your own car touring the park stopping at attractions. The map is easy to use and follow. Or you can purchase an audio tour or rent bikes. Love the history and the information provided. Great attractions that makes you feel in the moment when visiting. Love George Washington's quarters and the barracks around the park along with the artillery park. Hands down one of the best major attractions that you must visit when in the area.

Amazing visitor center that has a museum, gift shop, bathrooms, and a movie theatre. The staff is…read morevery nice and the place is clean and looks renovated

Looking for a day drive? History? Fresh air? A small farm rich with history? Light hiking in over…read more600 acres of nicely groomed land? Think industrialism before its time. "Hopewell Furnace showcases an early American landscape of industrial operations from 1771-1883, Hopewell and other "iron plantations" laid the foundation for the transformation of the United States into an industrial giant for the time. The park's 848 acres and historic structures illustrate the business, technology and lifestyle of our growing nation."

Nice little national park location within a state park. We came towards the end of the day, so we…read moreonly had a little brief informative chatting from a park ranger. The walk down to the buildings was pleasant, but on a hot day, it may feel a lot steeper. The properties are extremely well kept and lots of great signage. Learned a lot!

This is a beautiful and informative visitor center located at the inner harbor in Baltimore. It…read morehas several panels describing the various areas of Baltimore so you can go and explore all the neighborhoods and things to do and see in Baltimore. The building is located along the water at the inner harbor and has glass windows looking out to the harbor so the surroundings are bright and beautiful. They also have a small gift shop that sells merchandise.

This is great place to rest and relax in the busy inner harbor area. I appreciate that the…read moresouvenirs are affordable and the workers are very knowledgeable. I was looking for the Visit Baltimore sign and they gave easy and accurate directions on how to get there. Bathrooms are clean and brightly lit.