Hermitage

Travel Guide

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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 kilometers) 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.

Red Roof Inn & Suites Hermitage

Red Roof Inn & Suites Hermitage

2 out of 5
2700 Wilson Ave., Hermitage, PA
The price is €49 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
€49
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermitage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tam O'Shanter Golf Course and Webb Winery are located ...
5.8/10 (844 reviews)
"The guy at the desk was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Red Roof Inn & Suites Hermitage
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 out of 5
3200 S Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €72 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€72
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hermitage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (508 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 €55 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€55
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermitage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (470 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Econo Lodge
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Cozy Lake House near Pymatuning Lake

Cozy Lake House near Pymatuning Lake

Jamestown
Stay at this vacation home in Pymatuning Central. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lago Winery and Pymatuning ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Very nice liked the decor. It was clean. Location was great the lake was walking distance. Host responds quickly."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Cozy Lake House near Pymatuning Lake
Apartment on the Park

Apartment on the Park

Zelienople
Stay at this apartment in Zelienople. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Four Corners Park and Zelienople Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
Stay
"Very convenient, nice and cozy"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Apartment on the Park
Lake front cottage recently remodeled w/ private dock and optional pontoon boat.

Lake front cottage recently remodeled w/ private dock and optional pontoon boat.

Conneaut Lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Conneaut Lake. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Conneaut ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Family vacation
"Dock Holiday was the perfect location for our 3 generation family vacation. The home is clean and well maintained. Owners are friendly and kind responding quickly to our questions. The beds were comfortable and there was room for everyone to relax. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook our ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Lake front cottage recently remodeled w/ private dock and optional pontoon boat.
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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