Grab a great deal on an RV and explore historic Philadelphia and the beautiful surrounding area. For towable campers, you can find a pop-up trailer for as low as $50 a night, a travel trailer for $65 a night, and a fifth-wheel trailer for $105 a night. If you're looking for a motorhome, Class C campers start at $115 a night, Class B campervans are as low as $60 a night, and Class A motorhomes go as low as $95 a night.Â
Niagara Falls - This national treasure offers a variety of adventures. Head to Prospect Point for a view of all three falls at once. Tour the Aquarium of Niagara to see penguins, seals, and other animals. Then, board the Maid of The Mist for a ride to the bottom of these gorgeous waterfalls.
Hershey, Pennsylvania - Discover a ton of adventures in this historic town that was originally built for the workers at the Hershey factory. With a chocolate-themed amusement park, the Hershey Store Museum, and over 100 years of history, there is something for everyone.
New York City - The largest city in the country, New York City is packed with culture, cuisine, and adventure. Take a ferry to Liberty Island and tour the Statue of Liberty, visit the Bronx Zoo and see the animals, and sit down for an authentic Italian meal in Little Italy. There are endless possibilities in this great American city.
This city of 1.6 million people was America's first capital. The city where the Declaration of Independence was drafted, home of Benjamin Franklin, Philadelphia has a rich and diverse history. Visit the Mutter Museum for a truly rare experience as you take in exhibits of physical anomalies throughout history.
One of Philadelphia's most iconic places is Love Park. Situated across from City Hall, Love Park is famous for its Love statue, which was unveiled during the bicentennial celebration of 1976. This urban park has plenty of room to lay out a blanket and enjoy a picnic.
In South Philly, you'll find diverse restaurants, bars, and clubs as well as shopping and local art. There, you will find the famous rival restaurants, Pat's and Geno's, whose battle for the best Philly cheesesteak rages on to the delight of satisfied customers all over the city.
Allentown, Pennsylvania - This city may be best known for the Billy Joel song, but it boasts a wealth of culture and history. The Liberty Bell Museum has a full replica of the original in Philadelphia. The Allentown Art Museum has a large collection of Early American art as well as exhibits from the Renaissance.Â
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Wilmington, Delaware - With a population of over 70,000 people, the City of Wilmington is the largest in Delaware. Although known for being a hub for banking and business, this small city has a vast array of museums, restaurants, live venues, and tax-free shopping.
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Atlantic City, New Jersey - Drive out to the coast for an experience like nowhere else on the East Coast. Atlantic City is a historic resort town on the Atlantic Ocean. Walk the old boardwalk and choose from hundreds of food vendors. Visit the Convention Hall where the Miss America Pageant was born. Beat the heat with a little gaming in of the many casinos.
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Shenandoah National Park - Just over 200 miles southwest of Philadelphia, Shenandoah National Park is a beautiful stretch of wooded mountains and valleys in Virginia. Cruise down Skyline Drive, a road that crests the Appalachian Mountains for over 100 miles with plenty of camping, picnic areas, and hiking.
New River Gorge National Park - 400 miles west of Philadelphia, the New River Gorge National Park is one of the newer national parks in the country. This beautiful park follows the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the world, through the massive gorge that has been carved over eons and offers visitors plenty of hiking and biking trails as well as rock climbing and whitewater rapids.
Cuyahoga National Park - Across the Ohio border, 400 miles to the west, lies Cuyahoga National Park. This unique park on the shores of Lake Erie has miles of hiking, plenty of camping and picnic sites, and a scenic railroad through the park. With over 100 waterfalls and 100 miles of the Cuyahoga River, there are endless opportunities for adventure.
Parvin State Park - This 2,000-acre New Jersey state park has a fascinating history that includes a stint as a POW camp in World War II and ancient Native American encampments.Â
French Creek State Park - With 7,500 acres of land, this breath-taking Delaware state park features over 40 miles of hiking. There are plenty of water activities to enjoy on both Hopewell Lake and Scotts Run Lake.
Lums Pond State Park - A 1,790-acre state park in Delaware, Lums Pond offers fantastic trails for hiking and horseback riding. This is a great place for a peaceful day of fishing. After you've relaxed, catch a thrill on the zipline.
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Sitting on a vast public park with plenty of shaded hills for picnicking, this museum is famous far beyond the city of Philadelphia. That's because the museum was immortalized in the movie "Rocky." There is a statue of the titular character just off to the side of the famous stairs that he trained on during the movie.
The Liberty Bell - Head into the Old City and tour the Liberty Bell Center where you can see the Liberty Bell up close. Afterward, stroll down a couple of blocks to the Museum of The American Revolution for a lesson on the birth of a nation.
Reading Terminal Market - Opened in 1893, this historic market is one of the oldest in the country. There is cuisine from all over the world inside the old terminal as well as traditional local fare like Philly cheesesteaks and Pennsylvania Dutch pies.
Shofuso Cherry Blossom Festival - Every April, this festival celebrates the fleeting beauty of the many cherry blossom trees at the Horticulture Center in Fairmount Park. The festival honors Japanese culture with live music, authentic food, and art exhibits.
Philly Beer Week - This festival, which is held every June, celebrates Philadelphia's long love affair with beer. There are beer tours and pub crawls throughout the city while bars and restaurants host live entertainment and tastings.
Philadelphia Marathon - Every November, runners from across the world descend on Philadelphia to run one of the fastest marathon courses in the world. Festivities surround the race all weekend with music, food, and local artisans.
Fairmount Park - Get outdoors without getting out of the city in Fairmount Park. This park offers miles of walking and biking trails along with plenty of picnic areas.Â
Boathouse Row - These 19th-century boathouses are the pride of Philadelphia's renowned rowing community. Go on the weekends and join the crowd watching a regatta, or head down river to one of the canoe clubs and paddle out yourself.
Philadelphia Zoo - Like so many things in the City of Brotherly Love, this zoo is the first in the country. Boasting a large, diverse habitat, the zoo is home to cheetahs, hippos, lions, tigers, and much more.
There are plenty of options for RV campgrounds in the Philadelphia area. Thirty miles to the north, Village Scene RV Park is a great place to set up. The park is an hour from the Poconos, two hours from the Jersey Shore, and minutes from the metro line into Philadelphia. Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort offers 240 lots and special features like mini-golf, a pool, and weekend hayrides. The Little Red Barn Campground boasts large campsites with plenty of space between you and your neighbors as well as a fishing pond, pool, and game room.
You have options in all directions for a convenient dump station near Philadelphia. Flory's Cottages and Campgrounds offers dump station service to guests and the general public for a small fee. Play mini-golf or tour the Amish country while you're there. Blue Rocks Family Campground has a dump station along with a general store for all your shopping needs. Finally, Mills Bridge Village and Camp Resort is on the site of the historic 1738 Grist Mill. They offer dump station services to the general public too.
If you need RV storage while you're in the Philadelphia area, ride over to the U-Haul on 20th Street for a selection of indoor and outdoor spaces. This facility offers 24-hour surveillance and an electronic keyed entrance for extra security. The Pine Valley Storage facility is a clean facility with 24-hour access and affordable rates. Head across the Delaware River to Prime Storage for 40-foot long spaces with 24-hour surveillance and electronic keyed entry.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Philadelphia, PA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Philadelphia?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Philadelphia from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Philadelphia?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.