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 centers 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 ₹6,650 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹6,650
₹7,382 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (506 reviews)
"Was traveling and just needed a place for the night. Quick check in, friendly staff, clean rooms, 11 am check out was great because we got in about 1am the night before. Shower water was nice and hot, good pressure, clean bathroom. No complaints, was a nice stay."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Quality Inn
Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge

2 out of 5
2810 S Hermitage Rd, Hermitage, PA
The price is ₹4,890 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹4,890
₹5,428 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 (469 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Econo Lodge
Park Inn by Radisson Sharon

Park Inn by Radisson Sharon

3.5 out of 5
3377 New Castle Road, West Middlesex, PA
The price is ₹5,053 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹5,053
₹5,608 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in West Middlesex. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,005 reviews)
"Just got here"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Sharon
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.
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! (1,202 reviews)
"Don't like paying for parking"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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 Rittenhouse Square ...
9/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"Easy, comfortable good for kitchen/cooking, made the stay in Philly pleasant. Appreciated the staff responsiveness."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

4211 Suites
The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony

The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony

3 out of 5
6 Lake Dr, Lake Harmony, PA
Stay at this 3-star golf holiday home in Lake Harmony. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark ...
6.8/10 (91 reviews)
"The lake"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony
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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