Hermitage Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Jess McCoy

Explore a historic canal system, browse shops downtown or spend a day on a lake in this northwest Pennsylvanian city.

Play a round of golf at one of the only free courses in the U.S., spend a day shopping or go fishing on a lake in Hermitage, a small city in northwest Pennsylvania.

Explore small boutiques downtown and large retail centres such as the Shenango Valley Mall. Indulge your sweet tooth at local chocolate makers Daffin’s Candies, which also offers factory tours during the production season, mid-September through mid-April.

Whether you are a golfing professional or are picking up your clubs for the first time, play a round at Buhl Farm Golf Course. The only free public golf course in the United States has a 9-hole course and a driving range suitable for the whole family. The course is open from April through September.

Enjoy the great outdoors at Shenango River Lake, a short drive north of downtown. Pack a picnic or go hiking along the lake’s shores. Bring comfortable shoes and walk the short Seth Myers or Coonie trails, which are dotted with informational plaques about the area’s plants and animals. If you want to stay overnight, book a site at the large campground. Bring a rod to try catching several species of fish that call the lake home.

History enthusiasts flock to the remnants of the Erie Extension Canal, which played an important role in developing northwest Pennsylvania. Lock Number 10, a well-preserved portion of the canal, is located just less than 1-mile (1.6 kilometres) downstream from the Shenango River Lake.

The major metropolis of Pittsburgh is just over a 1-hour drive from Hermitage. Pittsburgh International Airport offers regular flights to destinations all over the world. Rent a car from the airport. There are plenty of scenic spots to stop along the way. Once in Hermitage, the easiest way to explore the area is by rental car. Explore downtown Hermitage on foot.

Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 out of 5
3200 S Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA
The price is Rp1.462.140 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.462.140
Rp1.622.975 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hermitage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (511 reviews)
"Nice area"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Quality Inn
Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge

2 out of 5
2810 S Hermitage Rd, Hermitage, PA
The price is Rp862.013 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp862.013
Rp956.835 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermitage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (475 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Econo Lodge
Wingate by Wyndham Cranberry

Wingate by Wyndham Cranberry

2.5 out of 5
210 Executive Dr, Cranberry Township, PA
The price is Rp1.500.745 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.500.745
Rp1.665.828 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cranberry Township. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,171 reviews)
"Great location. Clean. Comfortable. Only the bathtubs faucet didn't work well."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Cranberry
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Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

3.5 out of 5
4630 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,244 reviews)

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Philadelphia ...
9/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
"Great stay. Room was like a 1 bedroom apartment with full kitchen and laundry."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

4211 Suites
Pocono Mountain Villas by Exploria Resorts

Pocono Mountain Villas by Exploria Resorts

3.5 out of 5
2157 River Road, East Stroudsburg, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf holiday home in East Stroudsburg. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (876 reviews)
"We enjoyed our two night stay. Residence was very clean and very quiet with a nice porch overlooking the golf course and trees. Check in was very easy. Pool area was not as beautiful as I expected as kids were loud and a big group was blasting Hispanic music. Other than that it was a great base for ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Pocono Mountain Villas by Exploria Resorts
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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