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About Allentown
Allentown sits in eastern Pennsylvania and serves as the county seat of Lehigh County. It ranks as the third‑most populous city in the state, with a population of 125,845 according to the 2020 census. The city is also the most populous municipality within the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area.
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Da Vinci Science Center
Da Vinci Science Center is a science museum located at 815 West Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Its mission is to bring science to life and lives to science.
It was established in 1992 as a nonprofit organization.
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Best Hotels in Allentown
21 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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(60) Hackerman-Patz House
(60) Hackerman-Patz House is a hotel located in the Bungalow Park neighborhood.
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Four Points by Sheraton Allentown Lehigh Valley
Four Points by Sheraton Allentown Lehigh Valley is a hotel located in the Bungalow Park neighborhood.
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Holiday Inn Express - Allentown North
Holiday Inn Express - Allentown North is a hotel located in the West End Theatre District.
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Moxy Allentown Downtown
Moxy Allentown Downtown is a hotel located in Old Allentown.
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Staybridge Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport
Staybridge Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport is a hotel located in the Catapenn Park neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Allentown
117 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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7th St. Family Restaurant
The 7th St. Family Restaurant serves a variety of dishes in the 7th Street neighborhood.
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A-1 Hibachi Steakhouse
A-1 Hibachi Steakhouse is a Japanese restaurant located in Alton Park.
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Biaggio Pizza Restaraunt
Biaggio Pizza Restaraunt serves pizza in the Parkside Courts neighborhood.
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Catty Pizza
Catty Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in the Biery's Port Historic District.
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Chickie’s & Pete’s
Chickie’s & Pete’s is a downtown restaurant that serves chicken dishes.
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Gourmet Buffet & Grill
Gourmet Buffet & Grill serves Chinese cuisine in the Bungalow Park neighborhood.
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Henry's Salt of the Sea
Henry's Salt of the Sea serves a variety of seafood dishes in the West End Theatre District.
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant serves as a dining spot located north of Tilghman.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Allentown
7 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Blocker's Coffeehouse
Blocker's Coffeehouse is a café located in the Biery's Port Historic District.
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Nowhere Coffee Co: West End
Nowhere Coffee Co: West End is a coffee shop located in Hilltown.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Allentown
40 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Hops at the Paddock
Hops at the Paddock is a bar located in the West End Theatre District.
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McCall Collective Brewery & Restaurant
McCall Collective Brewery & Restaurant is a bar located in the South Side.
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Taylor House Brewing
Taylor House Brewing is a bar located in the Biery's Port Historic District. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for visitors to enjoy drinks.
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The Catty Corner Neighborhood Pub and Pie
The Catty Corner Neighborhood Pub and Pie is a bar located in Biery's Port Historic District.
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The Columbian Home
The Columbian Home is a bar located in the West End Theatre District.
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12th Street Tavern
The 12th Street Tavern is a local bar located in the Franklin Park neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Allentown
79 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Allentown Art Museum
The Allentown Art Museum is located in the Arts District of Allentown, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1934 by a group organized by Walter Emerson Baum, a Pennsylvania impressionist painter.
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America On Wheels Museum
The America On Wheels Museum displays a variety of over‑the‑road vehicles. It is located in the 1st Ward of Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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Da Vinci Science Center
Da Vinci Science Center is a science museum located at 815 West Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Its mission is to bring science to life and lives to science.
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Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion
Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion is an interactive attraction located in Downtown.
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Dorney Park
Dorney Park is an attraction located in Bungalow Park, Pennsylvania. It offers a variety of rides and a water park experience.
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Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum
Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum is part of the Lehigh County Historical Society and focuses on collecting, preserving, and exhibiting local history. It is located at 432 West Walnut Street in Allentown's Arts District.
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Soft Machine Gallery
Soft Machine Gallery is an attraction located in the 1st Ward.
Best Shops in Allentown
61 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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American Eagle Outfitters
American Eagle Outfitters is a shop located north of Tilghman.
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David's Bridal
David's Bridal is a shop located in the Biery's Port Historic District.
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Men's Wearhouse
Men's Wearhouse is a shop located in Biery's Port Historic District.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Allentown
87 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Percy Ruhe Park
Percy Ruhe Park is a park located in the Alton Park neighborhood.
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Catasaqua Park Complex
Catasaqua Park Complex is a park located in the Biery's Port Historic District.
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Cedar Creek Parkway West
Cedar Creek Parkway West is a park located in the neighborhood of Parkway Manor.
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East Side Reservoir Park
East Side Reservoir Park is a public park located in the Dutch Hill neighborhood.
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Deerfield Open Space
Deerfield Open Space is a park located in the Parkside Courts neighborhood.
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Devon Circle Park
Devon Circle Park offers a spacious green space in the Parkside Courts neighborhood for outdoor activities and relaxation.
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