If you’re looking for a fun, affordable, and unique vacation experience, we welcome you to Butler County, PA
- Convenient: Location: at the intersection of Interstate 79 & Interstate 76 (PA Turnpike), the perfect place to stay to explore Western PA. We offer Motorcoach Friendly Hotels with free parking and a Wide Variety of group friendly Restaurants.
- Outdoor Adventure: Butler County made a name for itself in the world of outdoor recreation.
- Visit Moraine State Park and take a tour of Lake Arthur on the Preston Pearl pontoon. Or rent a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard to get up close and personal with the park’s scenery. Rent a bike and enjoy the 7-mile paved bike trail.
- Hike through the nearby Jennings Environmental & Education Center and enjoy the beauty of native PA wildlife (plus see the state’s only protected prairie). Jennings is also home to the Foltz School building. The one-room schoolhouse was built in the 1880s and operated until 1963. It was recently restored and now includes artifacts.
- Foodie Fun: We’ll connect you with local tour companies like Burgh Bits & Bites, who guide you through the history and culinary scenes of our county with tours in both Harmony and Saxonburg.
- Expand your palette with our three distinct tasty trails that connect you to a virtual pass where you can earn points towards prizes and unlock exclusive discounts. Hops, Grapes, & Grains: A Tastemakers Tour is your guide to our awesome breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
- Looking for a sweet treat? Our Sweet Tooth Trail is your guide to the area's bakeries, candy stores, and ice cream parlors.
- Our Coffee Connection is your map for where to start your day or get a pick-me-up from a local coffee shop or cafe.
- Cultural Experiences: Our hidden gems, including the asian-art focused Maridon Museum and the renowned Butler Little Theater, are just a few of the cultural experiences awaiting you. Hit up an improv show at hobnob theatre co. or attend an event at the beautifully restored historic theater, The Penn!
- Plan a trip around a major event like our annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, which celebrates the invention and legacy of the Jeep (invented in Butler!).
- Take in the stunning beauty of the Blazing Star flower at Jennings Environmental Center’s Celebrate the Bloom event each July.
- The Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival celebrates the invention and legacy of the Jeep.
- Small Town Charm: Butler County's small towns have undergone a remarkable transformation. Now they're bursting with unique local businesses, Instagram-worthy eateries, and vibrant arts and culture scenes.
- The charming towns of Saxonburg, Zelienople, and Harmony are known for their unique history with their specialized museums, trendy boutiques, and delicious restaurants.
- Butler’s downtown features bustling small businesses along Main Street, including a locally-owned brewery, trendy shops, unique restaurants, cozy B&Bs, coffee shops, and a parking garage. The city has emerged as an ‘artsy’ town, bursting with murals, a local art gallery, and a restored historic theater.
