Fun Things To Do in Pennsylvania for Your Next Family Vacation

Are you looking for the best family-friendly activities to add to your Pennsylvania vacation itinerary? Let us help you out! In this blog post, we want to share some of our top tips to guarantee a fun and action-packed family vacation in Pennsylvania with our top Pennsylvania amusement park and hotel combo. 

Want to spend some quality time with your family filled with laughs, attractions, and unforgettable memories? We’ve got you covered. Read about our top fun things to do in Pennsylvania below. 

First things first, when planning a family vacation, one of the main things you’ll want to have figured out is accommodation. Well, we want to let you in on a little secret. For families with kids visiting Pennsylvania, there’s not a better place to stay than Cartoon Network Hotel. It’s not just a hotel, it’s a whole world of fun with themed entertainment, delicious dining options, multiple swimming pools, and plenty of crafts and games for kids to enjoy. 

The cartoon-themed hotel makes kids excited to go to sleep, as the themed rooms are filled with fun and colorful cartoon characters. Standard rooms are themed to one of six Cartoon Network shows, including The Amazing World of Gumball, Adventure Time, Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, Steven Universe, and We Bare Bears. Make your stay even more memorable by booking a Dream Suite, which are each themed to one of four popular shows including Adventure Time, Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, and Steven Universe. Kids will have a blast spending time in the themed and colorful rooms!

Plus, there is an endless selection of fun games, crafts, and activities children can enjoy all throughout the stay. One thing is for certain during a family stay at the Cartoon Network Hotel: there’s never a dull moment. If you’ve been searching for fun places in Pennsylvania to stay for your next family vacation, book a room at the Cartoon Network Hotel today. 

There’s never a dull moment at Cartoon Network Hotel. It’s the ultimate place for families with kids because there’s a never-ending selection of fun activities, crafts, and games to enjoy in the Toon Room. Plus, there are 3 different swimming areas, which allow for swimming at all times of the year.

Be sure to bring your bathing suits for your next Cartoon Network Hotel visit because swimming is a must. No matter the season, there’s a pool for you. If you’ll be visiting during the summer months, cool off with a refreshing dip at the outdoor pool, which is complete with a fun water slide. Parents can relax on the sun loungers on the pool deck while children splash and play about. Go for a relaxing dip in the outdoor hot tub each evening to prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Or splash around in The Powerpuff Girls themed “Splashville” splash pad. Visiting during the colder months? No worries, you can still enjoy a nice swim in the heated indoor swimming pool, which is open year-round! When you work up an appetite from all that swimming, you can stop by the Land of P’Oool Concession Stand for some summer delights like fruit cups, salads, sandwiches, ice cream, and frozen treats. 

Additionally, the Cartoon Network Hotel offers a wide range of different dining options. Order from a wide range of fun and delicious menu items at the Cartoon Kitchen. Open to the public, you don’t even have to be a hotel guest to enjoy this fun, family-friendly dining experience. Order a classic bacon and pancake breakfast, or a breakfast pizza. For lunch, try the cheesy nachos or taco salad. And don’t miss out on the delicious chicken pot pie for dinner! When you dine at the Cartoon Kitchen, you’ll have a front-row view into the kitchen, where you can watch all your favorite culinary characters whip up your order. Better yet, you can reserve a Dream Cube themed to one of your favorite Cartoon Network shows while you enjoy your meal! 

A family stay at the Cartoon Network Hotel is without a doubt one of the most fun things to do in Pennsylvania.

Want to make your Pennsylvania vacation as memorable and as fun as possible? Pair your Cartoon Network Hotel stay with a visit to the neighboring Dutch Wonderland amusement park. With over 30 rides and attractions, as well as top-rated dining options, and fun souvenir shops, it’s the ultimate family adventure.

There’s not a better place to create fun and unforgettable memories with your family than on the 30+ rides and attractions at Dutch Wonderland amusement park. With everything from thrill rides to classical rides, to kiddie rides and more, you’ll be entertained for hours on end. Go for a wild ride on Merlin’s Mayhem roller coaster or test your limits on Kingdom Coaster. Go for a magical train ride around the kingdom on the Wonderland Special train, or ride around the Merry-Go-Round. Enjoy some whirling fun on the Turtle Whirl or go for a classic ride on the Bumper Cars. For a scenic journey through Dutch Wonderland, go for a ride on the Monorail. You’ll find all that entertainment and more when you spend the day exploring the rides and attractions of Dutch Wonderland!

The rides and attractions are not all, though! The live shows are one of the best parts of a Dutch Wonderland visit. Visit the unique high-diving shows for a laugh. Watch, dance, and sing along as animal musicians create fun entertainment before your very eyes. Different seasonal shows are available throughout the year depending on the occasion, so be sure to check the events and live shows calendar before your visit to see what’s playing. 

Between all the action and entertainment, you’ll be sure to work up quite the appetite during your Dutch Wonderland visit. Luckily, there is a wide range of dining options to choose from, with a little something to satisfy any kind of craving. Eat at family-friendly restaurants or grab a quick snack on the go. Choose from options like delicious BBQ, a pizza & pasta buffet, a delicious fresh pretzel, grilled items, classic American grub, loaded fries, and so much more. Dutch Wonderland dining venues are always happy to cater to special diets, so be sure to let your server know if you have an allergy or special diet restriction before you order. With so many excellent dining options to choose from, even picky eaters will find plenty of things to love here!

Keep the fun and unforgettable memories of your Pennsylvania family vacation intact with some awesome souvenirs from one of the Dutch Wonderland gift shops! Stop by Merlin’s Marketplace or the Castle Gift Shop to browse the fun and colorful souvenirs and gifts. Children will have a blast choosing a plush animal or one of their favorite Dutch Wonderland characters to bring back home with them. Got a holiday or a birthday coming up? This is an excellent opportunity to pick out a gift for your child that he or she will love.

What are you waiting for? Dutch Wonderland is a Whimsical World of Family-friendly fun inviting you to come have an unforgettable adventure with your entire family! Make the most of your Pennsylvania visit by enjoying the comfort, amenities, and themed novelties at Cartoon Network Hotel paired with the fun and endless entertainment offered at Dutch Wonderland! 

Browse the different options for Dutch Wonderland amusement park tickets here. You can choose from season passes, winter wonderland tickets, and general admission tickets. Also, go ahead and book your dream themed room at Cartoon Network Hotel today. Hotel guests will always receive the best price on Dutch Wonderland tickets too! If you’re wondering what to do in Pennsylvania with your family– it doesn’t get better than this. We can’t wait to see you here!