Nearby Attractions
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Erie Zoo
423 West 38th Street
The Erie Zoo and Botanical Garden is located on 15 acres in the City of Erie. Fun for both kids and adults, the Zoo features extensive animal and plant collections from the far corners of the globe. Plan your visit at www.eriezoo.org.
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Erie Art Museum
411 State Street
The Erie Art Museum is located on lower State Street and hosts 18 to 20 visiting exhibits annually. Learn about the current exhibits at www.erieartmuseum.org.
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ExpERIEnce Children's Museum
420 French Street
ExpERIEnce Children's Museum mixes education and entertainment with hands-on exhibits in a please touch environment.Learn more about their many interactive exhibits at www.eriechildrensmuseum.org.
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Family First Sports Park
8155 Oliver Road
Family First Sports Park is an 80-acre "one-of-a-kind" sports, fitness, & recreation complex. Inside the Fieldhouse you will find a fitness facility, indoor soccer, basketball and volleyball. The outdoor Fun Center includes go karts, bumper boats, batting cages, mini-golf and a video arcade. The Golf Dome includes Golf Academy, indoor driving range and indoor mini-golf. The Outdoor Adventure Center includes a 60-foot Alpine Tower, a 34-ft. high Rock Wall and High & Low Ropes Course. Learn more at www.familyfirstsportspark.com.
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Dobbins Landing/Victorian Princess
1030 West Bayfront Parkway
Dobbins Landing is pier that extends past the end of State Street and is popular to many tourists. Open 24 hours, visitors can fish from the pier or climb the tower to catch fantastic views of the sunrise over the bay. Docked on the east side of Dobbins Landing you can find the Victorian Princess, a 150 person, three deck refurbished paddleboat cruise line. Here you can enjoy a brunch, lunch, dinner or happy hour cruise. Learn more about the cruises at www.victorianprincess.com.
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Lake Erie Wine Trail
The Lake Erie Wine Trail runs through thousands of acres of vineyards along Lake Erie in western New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio in the South. The wineries produce award winning wines including ice wines, fruit wines, and specialty wines such as brandies and ports. Learn more at www.lake-erie-wine-trail.com. -
Presque Isle Downs Race Track & Casino
8199 Perry Highway
Presque Isle Downs & Casino features a 140,000 square foot clubhouse with 2,000 slot machines, 48 gaming tables, and fine and casual restaurants and lounges. A thoroughbred horse racing facility features racing as well as concerts and nightly entertainment. Learn more at www.presqueisledowns.com.
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Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort
8091 Peach St
It's always 84 degrees at Splash Lagoon, Pennsylvania's only indoor water park. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park offers fun for the whole family. Adults can float down a lazy river while the kids twist and turn down numerous slides. Plus, enjoy body coasters, tube coasters, and an 80,000 gallon activity pool. Learn more at /www.splashlagoon.com.
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Tom Ridge Environmental Center
301 Peninsula Dr #1
Located outside the entrance to Presque Isle State Park, Tom Ridge Environmental Center teaches visitors about the unique 3,200 acres of Presque Isle and the many different forms of life that inhabit the peninsula. Check out what's playing on the 4-story-high, 45-feet-wide Big Green Screen or what you can find at the summer-long exhibit at www.trecpi.org.
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U.S. Brig Niagara & Erie Maritime Museum
150 East Front Street
Starting with the War of 1812 through the present day, the Erie Maritime Museum will take you through time, the people, and the events surrounding Lake Erie. When in homeport, the Flagship Niagara is the major "exhibit". Learn more at www.flagshipniagara.org/maritime_museum.
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Waldameer & Water World
220 Peninsula Drive
Waldameer & Water World is a family-owned and family-friendly amusement park Offering over seventy-five rides, slides, and attractions. Visit the park from May through September for hours of enjoyment for the whole family. Learn more at www.waldameer.com.
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