A snowy winter day is perfect for snuggling up under a blanket, sipping a hot chocolate, and reading a good book or bingeing our favorite TV show. Nothing beats curling up near the fireplace, either, especially after a day of sledding, snow tubing, or spending time outdoors. If you’re yearning for a change of scenery for your wintery fun, head to one of the seven coziest towns in Pennsylvania for a relaxing getaway.
- Foxburg
Facebook/Go Foxburg You might swear you’ve stepped into a real winter wonderland when you visit Foxburg, tucked along the Allegheny River, after a fresh snowfall. The tiny town is perfect for cuddling up at one of the hotels, like the Foxburg Inn, or for taking a leisurely stroll. Save time, too, for a bit of shopping and for a bite to eat at The Allegheny Grille. Here’s the official website of Go Foxburg. Foxburg, PA, USA
- Lititz
Facebook/Downtown Lititz A gorgeous small town all year round, Lititz takes on a magical aura during the winter. Take a brisk walk around downtown, dotted with shops and restaurants. You might even want to plan your visit during the annual Fire & Ice Festival, generally held in February. Find more on the official website of Lititz, PA. Lititz, PA 17543, USA
- Bedford
Facebook/Bedford County Visitors Bureau Explore beautiful Bedford during the wintertime by car or on foot. You can’t go wrong with a leisurely drive to the nine covered bridges in Bedford County, which are even more enchanting dusted with snow. Downtown Bedford offers everything you could want in a small town getaway - unique attractions, eclectic shops, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. Learn more on the official website of Downtown Bedford. Bedford, PA 15522, USA
- Ligonier
Facebook/Visit Ligonier Downtown Ligonier’s one of the coziest towns in Pennsylvania, leaping alive during the winter with the annual ice festival. Even if you don’t make it to town for the festival, you’ll definitely want to visit after a fresh snowfall. Venture a bit further from Ligonier, about five miles, for a day of snowmobiling at Linn Run State Park. Plan your visit on the official website of the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce. Ligonier, PA 15658, USA
- Bellefonte
Facebook/Bellefonte.com Glide around the ice at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte, before heading back to your hotel to snuggle up. The darling small town of Bellefonte offers plenty of opportunities to shop, dine out, and explore such attractions as the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County. Consider joining a historic walking tour, too. Visit the official website of Bellefonte to learn more. Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
- Eagles Mere
Facebook/Eagles Mere Historic Village A picturesque village that’s home to less than 200 year-round residents, Eagles Mere is perhaps best known for its winter toboggan. (Always check before you go, as it’s been closed the past few seasons due to the pandemic.) Zip down the hill over and over on the popular toboggan before sipping a cup of hot chocolate. Explore local museums, or head to nearby Worlds End State Park or Ricketts Glen State Park for winter activities. Here’s the official website of Eagles Mere. Eagles Mere, PA, USA
- Hawley
Facebook/Ledges Hotel Grab a delicious bite to eat at Glass - Wine. Bar. Kitchen, tucked in the Ledges Hotel and overlooking a beautiful waterfall, before exploring downtown. If you’re up for a bit of outdoor adventure, go skiing at nearby Ski Big Bear, or hike through Promised Land State Park. Hawley also hosts an annual winterfest, usually in December. Learn more on the official website of Downtown Hawley Partnership. Hawley, PA 18428, USA
What do you think are the coziest towns in Pennsylvania? Any that made the list? Share your thoughts in the comments! Craving a romantic getwaway this winter? Consider a visit to The Inn at Bowman’s Hill in New Hope.
Facebook/Go Foxburg
You might swear you’ve stepped into a real winter wonderland when you visit Foxburg, tucked along the Allegheny River, after a fresh snowfall. The tiny town is perfect for cuddling up at one of the hotels, like the Foxburg Inn, or for taking a leisurely stroll. Save time, too, for a bit of shopping and for a bite to eat at The Allegheny Grille. Here’s the official website of Go Foxburg.
Foxburg, PA, USA
Facebook/Downtown Lititz
A gorgeous small town all year round, Lititz takes on a magical aura during the winter. Take a brisk walk around downtown, dotted with shops and restaurants. You might even want to plan your visit during the annual Fire & Ice Festival, generally held in February. Find more on the official website of Lititz, PA.
Lititz, PA 17543, USA
Facebook/Bedford County Visitors Bureau
Explore beautiful Bedford during the wintertime by car or on foot. You can’t go wrong with a leisurely drive to the nine covered bridges in Bedford County, which are even more enchanting dusted with snow. Downtown Bedford offers everything you could want in a small town getaway - unique attractions, eclectic shops, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. Learn more on the official website of Downtown Bedford.
Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Facebook/Visit Ligonier
Downtown Ligonier’s one of the coziest towns in Pennsylvania, leaping alive during the winter with the annual ice festival. Even if you don’t make it to town for the festival, you’ll definitely want to visit after a fresh snowfall. Venture a bit further from Ligonier, about five miles, for a day of snowmobiling at Linn Run State Park. Plan your visit on the official website of the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Ligonier, PA 15658, USA
Facebook/Bellefonte.com
Glide around the ice at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte, before heading back to your hotel to snuggle up. The darling small town of Bellefonte offers plenty of opportunities to shop, dine out, and explore such attractions as the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County. Consider joining a historic walking tour, too. Visit the official website of Bellefonte to learn more.
Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
Facebook/Eagles Mere Historic Village
A picturesque village that’s home to less than 200 year-round residents, Eagles Mere is perhaps best known for its winter toboggan. (Always check before you go, as it’s been closed the past few seasons due to the pandemic.) Zip down the hill over and over on the popular toboggan before sipping a cup of hot chocolate. Explore local museums, or head to nearby Worlds End State Park or Ricketts Glen State Park for winter activities. Here’s the official website of Eagles Mere.
Eagles Mere, PA, USA
Facebook/Ledges Hotel
Grab a delicious bite to eat at Glass - Wine. Bar. Kitchen, tucked in the Ledges Hotel and overlooking a beautiful waterfall, before exploring downtown. If you’re up for a bit of outdoor adventure, go skiing at nearby Ski Big Bear, or hike through Promised Land State Park. Hawley also hosts an annual winterfest, usually in December. Learn more on the official website of Downtown Hawley Partnership.
Hawley, PA 18428, USA
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