The Peter Herdic House Area Activities
Williamsport, PA and Surrounding Area

Millionaires’ Row: We highly recommend either a self-guided walking tour of Williamsport’s historic district, or the trolley tour that departs from the Radisson Hotel.
Biking and hiking and outdoor recreation: The Pine Creek rails to trails project (a 60-mile relatively flat bike trail) begins 15 miles from downtown Williamsport in Jersey Shore. We also have excellent (but hilly) biking routes departing from the Inn. Please ask about bikes and routes.; The Loyalsock Trail and other excellent hiking options are just a short distance away. Please ask for directions.; Williamsport has two parks (Brandon and Memorial) with pools, play areas and tennis courts.
Museums: There are four museums within walking distance of the Inn, as well as the Little League Museum, located across the river.
Reptileland: A unique and educational reptile zoo owned by local celebrity and friend Clyde Peeling.
Hiawatha: Williamsport’s own paddlewheel riverboat offers daily trips on the Susquehanna River.
Theatre and film: The Community Arts Center, in walking distance, is Williamsport’s historic venue for big name acts at reasonable prices and independent films.; The Community Theatre, also nearby, is Williamsport’s local theatre troupe and music venue.
Bars: Bar hopping is a popular activity here in Williamsport, and we have a wide array of venues—from the Bullfrog Brewery, an award-winning microbrewery, to Franco’s Lounge, a favorite local hotspot. For clubbing, we offer the Cell Block, a nightclub in a 17th century Quaker prison, and Club Z, the area’s hip new gay bar.
Shopping: Jewelry: Williamsport has an international jewelry following, due in large part to the innovation of local jeweler James Meyer. Though Meyer no longer has a storefront, unique jewelry can be found in the shops of Marc Williams and Ann McKay, both located downtown.
Shopping: Antique and Thrift Shops: Our area features a good selection of antique and thrift shops—we have three in downtown Williamsport, as well as the Old Barn Center in Pennsdale, and the Roan Auction House on Lycoming Creek Road.
Shopping: Clothing: For clothing, the Clothier in downtown Williamsport has a huge selection of menswear. Women’s specialty clothing, from local designers and merchants, can be found at Gifts of Art and the Coffee and Tea Room. The Inn is also a 30-minute drive from the Woolrich Outlet Store.
Shopping: Gifts: Gifts of Art also features a wide array of crafts and gifts by local artisans, and Adelyn’s is a find for anyone with a passion for dolls. For more Victorian gifts, check out Lady Di’s Floral and Gift Shop.
Shopping: Books: Otto’s Bookstore is just a few blocks away on W. Fourth St., and has a very good selection. The historic James V. Brown Library is also located in downtown Williamsport and holds book sales in April and October.
Shopping: Coffee Shops: Downtown has an array of local food markets and coffee shops. For coffee, be sure to check out the Coffee and Tea Room, Williamsport’s most popular wireless coffee house with live music most weekends. The Java, Juice and Art Café is another great coffee spot, and Joanna’s Bakery not only serves coffee and espresso in a sunny storefront, they make excellent pepperoni rolls and sfogliatelle to accompany it. Don’t miss Joanna’s blackberry cabernet sorbetto!
Shopping: Food: Helmrich’s, Williamsport’s local fish market, is a great place to pick up locally smoked shad, and in front of Helmrich’s every Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon, you’ll find the Williamsport Growers’ Market, a great local resource for fruit, vegetables and baked goods, as well as a good stop on Saturday morning for a cup of excellent French-press coffee from Guernica Coffee. For other picnic or snack needs, Waltman’s deli is within walking distance of the Inn, as is a PA State Liquor store.

The Peter Herdic House Area Activities Williamsport, PA and Surrounding Area

The Peter Herdic House Area Activities
Williamsport, PA and Surrounding Area