Enjoy the history, people and places of Somerset, PA with our helpful travel guide.
Somerset, PA Hotels
Book with Choice Hotels in Somerset, PA for recent and early American history Learn about the history of Somerset as you walk around the Uptown Somerset Historic District, only a short distance from the hotels in Somerset, PA. The National Register of Historic Places has acknowledged that the 190 buildings built more than 100 years ago also offer remarkable architecture. Reserve with Choice Hotels and then visit these other local attractions too: Quecreek Mine Rescue Site Glades Pike Winery Laurel Hill State Park Flight 93 National Memorial Living Treasures Animal Park Springs Museum
Quecreek Mine Rescue Site offers an intriguing account of the heroic rescue workers who saved nine trapped coal miners more than 200 feet below the surface in 2002. You will learn about the Quecreek Mine and hear about the miracle of every miner being rescued.One of the few vineyards in the area, Glades Pike Winery has a reputation for producing award-winning wines. Stop by for a tasting or to admire the lovely vineyard.Perfect for outdoor activities, Laurel Hill State Park consists of 4,072 acres in Somerset County. Take time to explore nature by hiking on the expansive trail system.The Flight 93 National Memorial is a somber tribute to the 40 individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice on the hijacked plane on September 11, 2001. It is the nation's permanent memorial to the heroes on board who prevented the jetliner from reaching the U.S. Capitol.Your family will love spending the day at the Living Treasures Animal Park. The zoo has more than 70 species to view and offers a large petting area for the kids. Family favorites at the local park include watching the animals being bottled fed and going on horse rides.Discover the life of early settlers in the Casselman Valley at the Springs Museum. Check out the Conestoga wagon and antique fire engines, and learn about what schoolrooms were like more than 100 years ago.Beautiful scenery, the history of the area and outdoor activities make Somerset, PA the perfect destination for your next vacation. Choice Hotels has the perfect Somerset hotel for you. Make your reservation today.
