- Our list of the best things to do in Reading, Pennsylvania, features the top 110 nearby activities — including 36 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Reading, PA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Reading, PA , followed by 85 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lititz, Pottstown, Ephrata, Kutztown, Bird in Hand, Intercourse, Macungie, Phoenixville, Ronks, Adamstown, Downingtown, Lancaster, Fort Madison, Wellsboro, Exton, Collegeville and Farmington
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2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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The Barnes Foundation has a collection of post-impressionist and early modern paintings, African sculptures and paintings, in addition to a collection of Native American ceramics, jewelry and textiles. The foundation also has an arboretum featuring 2,000 species of woody plants and trees.
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Since 1824, visitors have been learning about science at the Franklin Institute. Permanent exhibits at the science museum include electricity, changing earth, aviation and technology, and the giant heart, while some of the items that can be viewed include five telescopes, space suits, and trains.
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America's first museum of medical science, the Mutter Museum is designed in the tradition of a 19th Century cabinet museum, and features anatomical specimens, medical instruments and models.
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222 N 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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The Franklin Institute Science Museum is a lively, hands-on museum and educational activity center for kids and adults alike. The museum, with its many interactive exhibits, planetarium, and theaters is open daily and on weekends.
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Arcade games, mini-golf, children's snack bar and different other entertaining opportunities await at Vince's Sports Center. This 18 acre center can be rented for special occasions.
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Logan Circle
Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Located in the middle of the city, Logan Circle provides a serene heart to a bustling city. The circle contains parks, a beautiful fountain that is one of the sites main attractions, soft grass, and an array of flowers to enjoy.
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Created to benefit the community, York Little Theater offers a variety of well-known stage plays and creative performances. Keeping with its mission to educate, all ages are welcome to attend workshops and classes for students of the theater.
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Christiana Mall is the state's first tax-free shopping center. Besides those wishing to save money while shopping, this place is also suited for the entire family wishing to have a good time.
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Featuring a garden with beautiful landscaping and a variety of trees and plants, Rockwood Mansion Park Museum is an old estate that is now open to the public. It features exhibits and displays that celebrate and honor American History.
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Affiliated with Illinois State Parks, the Garfield Park Activity Center hosts a variety of programs, including basketball, tee ball, and other sports that kids can play for free. The center also hosts special events.