Erie County Travel Guide

Pennsylvania

A tall, narrow lighthouse with a black top and white body, situated on a concrete pier extending into calm waters.
A sculpture of a figure in a green suit with a rocket on a grassy field, surrounded by trees and a rocket launch pad.
A sailing boat with multiple sails on a calm body of water.
A car encased in a colorful spider sculpture in a grassy park.
A lighthouse silhouette against a sunset sky, with a pier extending into the water.

Popular cities in Erie County

Erie
Known for Shopping, Casinos and Islands
This city, which is Pennsylvania’s gateway to the Great Lakes waterways, also offers plenty to do onshore with parks, museums and active entertainment.

Reasons to visit

  • Presque Isle Beach
  • Bayfront Convention Center
  • Penn State Erie
North East
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Wineries
Relaxing North East is calling! Discover its lake views, festivals, wineries and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Freeport Beach
Edinboro
Known for Dining, Universities and Family-friendly
Escape to Edinboro! Enjoy its football, university life and dining.

Reasons to visit

  • Edinboro Lake
Fairview
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Trip time! Discover the local cuisine, beaches and fishing in Fairview.
Girard
Known for Dining, Relaxing and Tours
Get away to quaint Girard! Enjoy the local cuisine, island views and gardens.
Corry
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Shopping
Experience relaxing Corry: its churches, bars, sunsets and more!

Stay near popular Erie County attractions