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2h 14m87 miles9 stops
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Genesius Theatre
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
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Reading Rocks
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Kohl Memorial Park
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Market Square Presbyterian Church
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Art Association of Harrisburg
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McGrath's Pub
Great food, drink, and a rustic, authentic pub atmosphere Authentic pub draughts, freshest microbrews, spirits and cocktails If you're frisky for whiskey or pulling a few pints - for an authentic pub experience in downtown Harrisburg, McGrath's is the spot. We have dozens of taps continually rotating new selections and several pub standard taps for Guiness, Harp, Smithwicks, and ciders.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
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Cathedral of Saint Patrick
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Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
Enter the 1899 Victorian Firehouse, Home of the Reily Hose Co. No. 10 and experience the sights and sounds of Firefighting History. The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum features fire apparatus from Handtubs and Steam Pumpers, hand drawn to horse drawn, to motorized Engines and a 1935 MACK tillered Ladder Truck. An outstanding and varied collection of artifacts are on display
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Start:Genesius Theatre
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(9) review
Genesius Theatre is a Performance Venue that specializes in Musical Theatre. The theatre doubles as a learning center for kids by providing 2-3 kids / teen performances and 4-6 week kids summer theatre camp every year. The "Genesius Difference" is the up-close atmosphere of the performances. We trust in the power of this inspiring & dynamic medium to transform the artists who create it, the audiences who enjoy it, and the patrons who support it.
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Start:Reading Rocks
Reading, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
George St., Reading, PA
3
Start:Kohl Memorial Park
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1050 Downhower Rd., Harrisburg, PA
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Start:Market Square Presbyterian Church
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(6) review
20 S 2nd St Southwest corner of Market Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2064
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Start:Art Association of Harrisburg
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(6) review
21 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1606
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Start:McGrath's Pub
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(55) review
Great food, drink, and a rustic, authentic pub atmosphere Authentic pub draughts, freshest microbrews, spirits and cocktails If you're frisky for whiskey or pulling a few pints - for an authentic pub experience in downtown Harrisburg, McGrath's is the spot. We have dozens of taps continually rotating new selections and several pub standard taps for Guiness, Harp, Smithwicks, and ciders.
7
Start:Pennsylvania State Capitol
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(977) review
Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
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Start:Cathedral of Saint Patrick
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(64) review
212 State St, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1108
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Start:Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(77) review
Enter the 1899 Victorian Firehouse, Home of the Reily Hose Co. No. 10 and experience the sights and sounds of Firefighting History. The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum features fire apparatus from Handtubs and Steam Pumpers, hand drawn to horse drawn, to motorized Engines and a 1935 MACK tillered Ladder Truck. An outstanding and varied collection of artifacts are on display
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What's the driving distance between Lancaster and Frederick?
The distance is 87 miles
What's the travel time between Lancaster and Frederick?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 14m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Frederick?
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