Ligonier, PA

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Ligonier showing heritage architecture and a small town or village
Ligonier featuring heritage architecture
Photo provided by Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau
Ligonier which includes fall colors and a garden

Best known as the site of a strategic fort dating back to the French and Indian War, this small town is also home to pleasant antique shops, restaurants and inns.

Ligonier is a historic town set in a scenic valley. Visit the town’s famous fort, quaint shops, cheerful markets and family-friendly attractions.

Go for a stroll in the Diamond, a lovely central park filled with flowers, trees and small wildlife. Relax on a bench or find out if any concerts are taking place on the park’s historic bandstand. The Diamond is an excellent starting point for sightseeing, with the town’s main streets extending in four directions from the park.

Visit Fort Ligonier, a thoughtful re-creation of the original British fortification built during the French and Indian War. Gain insight into the lives of 18th-century soldiers as you explore the fort’s barracks, commissary, saw mill and other reconstructed buildings. In the fort museum, read handwritten memoirs of the young George Washington and see Seven Years’ War artifacts collected from around the world.

Don’t miss the Ligonier Country Market, occurring Saturday mornings from mid-May until October. More than 130 vendors set up stalls selling fresh-picked produce and handicrafts in one of Western Pennsylvania’s largest and oldest markets. Pick up heirloom tomatoes for a picnic and shop for handmade jewelry and candles.

Save time to see the Compass Inn Museum, a restored 18th-century stagecoach stop complex. Learn about life and transportation in the 1800s on a guided tour with a costumed docent. Look inside the seven rooms of the restored inn, which is decorated with period furniture.

Bring the kids to Idlewild and SoakZone, one of Pennsylvania’s oldest amusement parks. Dating back to 1878, the park’s attractions are divided into several themed areas. Ride the antique merry-go-round in traditional “Olde Idlewild” or float down the lazy river in the “SoakZone.”

One of the best times of year to visit Ligonier is during October’s Fort Ligonier Days festival. Centered on Fort Ligonier, the event features 18th-century music, parades and battle re-enactments.

Ligonier is 50 miles (80 kilometers) east of Pittsburgh and best reached by car.

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Ramada by Wyndham Ligonier

2.5 out of 5
216 W Loyalhanna St, Ligonier, PA
The price is $122 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$122 total
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Oct 16 - Oct 17
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Laurel Highlands Private Estate with Barn & 80 Acres of scenic mountain trails.

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Laurel Highlands Private Estate with Barn & 80 Acres of scenic mountain trails.
Colonial House on Main

Colonial House on Main

3.5 out of 5
231 WEST MAIN STREET, Ligonier, PA
The price is $194 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$194 total
per night
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Dawn was a lovely host. Breakfast each day was delicious and filling. It was a good homebase for all of our adventures."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

Colonial House on Main
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Laurel Highlands Private Estate with Barn & 80 Acres of scenic mountain trails.

Laurel Highlands Private Estate with Barn & 80 Acres of scenic mountain trails.

Ligonier
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ligonier. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Fort Ligonier and Idlewild ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"We had a great weekend with friends here! The property was beautiful and we enjoyed having space outside for games. Everything was clean and it's close to some nice hikes."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Laurel Highlands Private Estate with Barn & 80 Acres of scenic mountain trails.
Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream

Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream

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Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream
Diamond View PA: A-Frame~Hot Tub~Sauna~Panoramic Mountain Views

Diamond View PA: A-Frame~Hot Tub~Sauna~Panoramic Mountain Views

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10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
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It’s a beautiful town with country feel. Very family friendly and safe. Definitely will be back!

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