Hack your visit with things to do in Erie

Experiences

Embrace an array of captivating experiences near Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel. Stroll along the picturesque bayfront, explore nearby cultural attractions, or indulge in waterfront dining. Discover the vibrant local scene with eclectic shops and entertainment. Whether it's a leisurely walk by Presque Isle Bay, a visit to the Erie Maritime Museum, or a night out at the nearby theaters, our hotel serves as the perfect gateway to an enriching blend of relaxation and exploration. Let the beauty of Erie surround you as you create lasting memories just steps away from our waterfront haven.

Creating Moments of Connection: Gatherings by Sheraton

All around the world, Sheraton hotels are hosting weekly events that aim to help guests and locals feel inspired by the stories and cultures of the communities they’re visiting. Our experiences are designed around the pillars of Enrichment, Renewal & Local Stories and carefully curated to help our guests ultimately get more out of their travel. Visit our Front Desk to learn about upcoming Gatherings.

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Exterior - Convention Center

Bayfront Connector Trail

The Bayfront Bikeway / multiuse path / Bayfront Connector Trail is approximately 9 miles long and runs from Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park to Penn State Behrend’s campus, which is located just outside the City of Erie.

Bicentennial Tower

Bicentennial Tower

The Bicentennial Tower is an observation tower and features panoramic views of Lake Erie, Presque Isle State Park, and downtown Erie. The tower was built to signify the city's bicentennial year 1996. It is 187 feet tall and has 2 observation decks.

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Erie Maritime Museum

Erie Maritime Museum is a maritime museum located on Presque Isle Bay which rests on the waterfront in downtown Erie, Pennsylvania.

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Located on the southern shore of our namesake lake, Erie is the Flagship City and Pennsylvania's primary access point to the Great Lakes. The Erie region offers a wide range of fun, affordable things to do
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Nearby Things To Do

The Cultural Loop - FREE trolley service

Downtown Erie

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Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority

Eat. Learn. Walk. - Erie Food Tours

Downtown Erie

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Erie Food Tours

Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC)

Presque Isle State Park

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Tom Ridge Environmental Center Foundation

Asbury Woods Nature Preserve

Andrew J. Conner Nature Center at Asbury Woods

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Asbury Woods Partnership Inc

Wineries in Erie

Erie County

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Lake Erie Wine Country

Lake Erie Fishing Charters for Smallmouth Bass & Walleye

Lake Erie and Presque Isle Bay

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Bass Online - Mark Rose Fishing

Erie Art Museum

0.5 Miles

The Museum holds a collection of more than 8,000 objects, with strengths in American ceramics, Tibetan paintings, Indian bronzes, photography, and comic book art.

ExpERIEnce Children's Museum

0.8 Miles

Vibrant, hands-on center with various educational exhibits for kids, plus event space for birthdays.

Erie Zoo & Botanical Gardens

3.2 Miles

The zoo has more than 400 animals, while the botanical gardens and greenhouse have over 600 species of plants from around the world.

Waldameer Park & Water World

4.7 Miles

Give your family all the fun and excitement of more than 100 great rides, slides, and attractions at Waldameer.

ASCEND Erie - Climbing Fitness Yoga

0.6 Miles

Climbing | Fitness | Yoga

Oliver's Bayfront Mini Golf

0.1 Miles

Enjoy this 18-hole, 57 par course filled with unique challenges and terrains. The best part? The course offers stunning views of Erie’s Bayfront.

130 East Front Street, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, 16507

Outdoor Mini Golf

18 holes , Par for course: 57
Hazards Mini Golf Social Pub

0.7 Miles

Drinks, games, mini-golf, snacks, simulators, events, leagues— Hazards is here to stir things up in downtown Erie!

419 State Street, 2nd Floor, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, 16501

Indoor Mini Golf

18 holes

Golf Simulator

Five Iron Golf

1.0 Miles

5i offers a unique indoor urban golf experience for golfers and non golfers alike. Practice or take golf lessons or play 18 holes on real golf courses.

1000 State Street, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, 16501

Golf Simulator Rentals

18 holes

Multi-Sport Simulators

Erie Golf Club

8.1 Miles

Erie Golf Club is a PGA operated facility with a fully stocked pro shop and a friendly staff of golfers.

6050 Old Zuck Rd, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, 16506

Erie Golf Club

18 holes , Par for course: 72
Lake Shore Country Club

9.0 Miles

Lake Shore Country Club offers an 18-hole championship golf course that features well-manicured tees, greens, and fairways. With the new "blended tees", Lake Shore offers six sets of tees to accommodate both low and high handicappers.

Lake Shore Country Club

18 holes , Par for course: 72
The Kahkwa Club

9.6 Miles

The Kahkwa Club is the premier golf country club in northwestern Pennsylvania. Kahkwa offers an extremely playable, yet very challenging layout.

The Kahkwa Club

18 holes , Par for course: 72
Whispering Woods Golf Club

12.0 Miles

PGA.com Rated #9 Best Public Golf Course in Pennsylvania

7214 Grubb Rd, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, 16506

Whispering Woods

18 holes , Par for course: 72
The Ridge Golf Club

15.4 Miles

The Ridge Golf Club (formerly known as Crab Apple Ridge) is an 18 hole PGA professionally managed golf course.

The Ridge Golf Club (formerly known as Crab Apple Ridge)

18 holes , Par for course: 71
Peek'n Peak Resort

22.8 Miles

A championship caliber, par-72 course, measuring 7,061 yards from the gold tees, with bentgrass greens, fairways and tees for optimum playing conditions.

1405 Olde Road, Clymer, New York, USA, 14724

Upper Golf Course at Peek’n Peak

18 holes , Par for course: 72

Wilderness Lodge

Ski Lockers

Peek'n Peak Resort

Ski Lockers

Mount Pleasant of Edinboro

Ski Lockers

Monacella Massage & Kinesiology

0.2 Miles

Wellness center offering Swedish, deep-tissue, and couples massage.

ReJuv Med Spa, Salon, & Wellness

2.0 Miles

Erie's first all-inclusive beauty & wellness destination. The ReJuv experience is steeped in exceptionalism and positive energy. We are truly your one stop shop for achieving all your wellness and aesthetic goals.

Panache Salon & Spa

3.9 Miles

You look your best when you feel your best. You will experience the latest fashion trends in hair salon services, the “science” of skincare, luxurious spa treatments and of course fabulous shopping in our specialty boutique.

Ambridge Rose Spa & Salon

5.3 Miles

Ambridge Rose Spa & Salon is a full-service beauty salon in Erie, PA. Visit us for stylish hair & nails, massage therapy, or bridal party hairstyles!

Coventina Day Spa

16.6 Miles

Your journey to relaxation starts here at Coventina Day & Med Spa. Our day spa treatments, medical spa services, and hair salon will bring you to a state of complete relaxation.

Presque Isle State Park

7.6 Miles

Shades Beach

8.5 Miles

Freeport Beach

16.2 Miles

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