10 charming
small towns in pennsylvania you might
just want to
move to

From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s cities attract thousands of visitors every year.

For those looking for a weekend away or perhaps to completely relocate to somewhere new, here are 13 of the most charming small towns to visit.

 1. New hope, pa

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Located on the Delaware River, New Hope is a scenic small town known for its eclectic, delicious restaurants.

 2. ridgway, pa

Found on the edge of Allegheny National Forest, Ridgway embraces local business and an artsy vibe.

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 3. OHIOpyle, pa

If you prefer trees to people, get away from it all in Ohiopyle, which is home to a mere 100 inhabitants.

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 4. Honesdale, PA

Only a two-hour drive from New York City, Honesdale is the perfect small town for a weekend away in the Poconos.

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 5. Yardley, Pa

Yardley is known for its historic town center, which is filled with boutiques, taverns and old-timely buildings.

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 6. Milford, Pa

The walkable downtown is filled with shops and eateries (look for Bar Louis in the sleek Hotel Fauchére).

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 7. Wellsbro, Pa

Many travelers may not realize that Pennsylvania has its own Grand Canyon, the 50-mile long and 1,000-feet deep Pine Creek Gorge.

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 8. Lititz, Pa

Once voted the coolest small town in America, Lititz is basically the definition of a charming town. 

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 9. Lancaster, Pa

The heart of Pennsylvania's Dutch community can be found in Lancaster, which famously acted as the state capital from 1799 to 1812.

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 10. Stroudsburg, Pa

You don't have to go to Napa to winery hop. Stroudsburg, in the Poconos, has plenty of local wineries to enjoy.

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