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MUST SEES IN THE CUMBERLAND PENNSYLVANIA TRAVEL MAGAZINE VISITCUMBERLANDVALLEY.COM DISCOVER ONLY IN THE VALLEY HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW P h CUMBERLAND o t o c r e d i t: P VALLEY? a m m i Si mo Quaint downtowns, scenic backroads and ne P breathtaking views, farmers’ markets and road h o to side stands, craft breweries, art galleries, per- c r e d i forming arts venues, world-renowned creeks, t: Downtowns S — Explore our downtowns am and more make Cumberland Valley a must-visit D with their specialty shops featuring Made ea n P hotography location. Pick a day, weekend, or entire week in Cumberland Valley products, historical and uncover the exciting, historic, charming architecture and local museums, and unique and authentic experiences that Cumberland dining experiences. Car Show Fairgrounds — Carlisle Events Valley has to offer. is the world’s largest presenter of auto Beer Trail — The Valley’s emerging breweries entertainment with weekends dedicated to and restaurants welcome you to sample the S unique flavors of their craft brews. Tap, tour Ford, Chrysler, Corvette, and more. u s q and try a pint! u e h a Outdoors — Three state parks, two state n n Fresh-Picked Fun — Cumberland Valley is a forests, the midway point of the Appalachian R New York City: home to some of the finest agricultural land in i Trail, and 200 miles of trails make the v 3 hours e r 81 the country. Take advantage of our seasonal Cumberland Valley a paradise for outdoor bounty at local farm stands, farmers markets, lovers. Wormleysburg Pittsburgh: Enola and unique farm attractions. 3.25 hours Harrisburg History — From local museums and Carlisle Lemoyne New MASSACHUSETTS historical sites to modern facilities honoring 76 MICHIGAN Mechanicsburg Cumberland past heroes, experience different eras of Boiling CANADACamp RHODE Newville Springs the past in new ways as you explore more Hill Philadelphia: ISLAND 2.5 hours than 250 years of Cumberland Valley 81 Mt. Holly NEW YORK CONNECTICUT Springs 81 history. Shippensburg 83 15 Family Fun — A memorable family PENNSYLVANIA NEW Baltimore: 1.5 hours JERSEY New York vacation awaits in Cumberland Valley with Washington D.C.: 2 hours er City iv 79 a R nn a mix of interactive entertainment, outdoor 80 ha e Gettysburg u q s adventure, and old-fashioned fun. u N S A 76 Harrisburg E Carlisle Hershey C Philadelphia O Pittsburgh Lancaster C 83 I OHIO 76 T 81 Gettysburg N A MARYLAND L OHIO T Baltimore A Washington DELAWARE Let’s connect! WEST D.C. VIRGINIA VIRGINIA Want to learn more about Cumberland Valley?INDIANA Get social with us. KENTUCKY On the go? Already here? facebook.com/cumberlandvalleypa Use VisitCumberlandValley. Make your first stop com on your mobile device the Cumberland Valley Visitors twitter.com/cumberland_pa for a directory of nearby Center, located inside History lodging, restaurants, shops, on High–The Shop at 33 West instagram.com/cumberlandvalleypa attractions, and events. High Street, Carlisle. Find brochures, maps, and advice on what to see and do from our friendly staff. COVER: Downtown Carlisle (Credit: Sam Dean Photography) VISITCUMBERLANDVALLEY.COM | 3 DOWNTOWNS DINING | SHOPPING | ARTS & CULTURE EACH TOWN IS AN ADVENTURE WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED Here are some of the best options to explore during a memorable overnight or weekend trip. Follow these suggestions or mix and match your favorites to create your own special getaway. TIP: Start your journey at the Cumberland Valley Visitors Center, located inside History on High-The Shop in historic downtown Carlisle, the center point of the Valley. From here, you can reach all of our downtown destinations in no more than 30 minutes along the highways. Carlisle Crossroads for Art, Fashion & Food Carlisle is Cumberland Valley’s largest town and features pictur- esque, tree-lined street. With a diverse collection of galleries, shops and restaurants, it’s a crossroads for art, fashion and food. Shopaholics will find trendy clothing and accessories at stores like the clothesVine and Boutique on Pomfret. For a vintage look, check out Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb and Marjorie’s Gem’s. If you’re feeling funky, stop by Pat Craig Studios to see their jewelry and accessories. Antique lovers can find something for every prefer- ence and price point at Antiques on Hanover, Northgate Antique Mall, Bedford Street Antiques, and Serendipity Antique Gallery. Go to VisitCumberlandValley.com for more information on our Vintage & Antiques Trail. Art fans, take note: Carlisle is home to several galleries featuring Photo credit: Sam Dean Photography beautiful hand-crafted items across all types of mediums by local and regional artists. The Carlisle Arts Learning Center, The Garden Gallery, Nancy Stamm’s Galleria, and American Artisan Gallery are go-to spots to view and purchase these cre- ations. The Trout Gallery, on the campus of Dickinson College, offers changing displays of the college’s impressive art collection. FUN FACT: Lovers of fine arts and crafts should plan their trip to coincide with Harvest of the Arts, a juried festival taking place in September. Introduce your palate to a variety of delicious culinary styles at more than 30 restaurants featuring cuisine from around the globe, including Belgian food at Café Bruges, the fresh flavors of the Asian-Pacific Rim at Issei Noodle, authentic Nepalese and Bhutanese dishes at Yak N Yeti, and Japanese favorites at Mt. Fuji. Finish your meal with a tasty treat of homemade chocolates from Mummert Chocolates or a refreshingly cool scoop of ice Antique Marketplace of Lemoyne cream from Leo’s Homemade Ice Cream. 4 | CUMBERLAND VALLEY TRAVEL GUIDE 2019 DINING | SHOPPING | ARTS & CULTURE DOWNTOWNS The Mechanicsburg Museum Association preserves four historic buildings and displays Camp Hill a collection of items and records important to The Height of Shopping & Relaxation Mechanicsburg’s heritage, with particular focus on the Cumberland Valley Railroad. The lively town of Camp Hill is bursting with boutique stores where you can shop to your heart’s content and spas that will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired. You can find everything from tea to women’s clothing to custom bicycles at Camp Hill’s local shops. A few highlights include: • Holmes Cycling & Fitness: Recreational, road and mountain bikes plus accessories and fitness equipment make this a must-stop location if you are enjoying all of Cumber- land Valley’s outdoor recreational activities. Photo credit: Scot Gordon • Little Black Dress and Chemise: Sift through fashion-forward designer clothing for wom- And, finally, no foodie experience would en that is both comfortable and chic. be complete without a visit to The Kitchen Downtown Mechanicsburg • Underneath It All: A quirky and fun shop Shoppe. This gourmet superstore features more Photo credit: Eric Forberger with intimate apparel in all sizes and styles. than 20,000 kitchen items and offers over 200 cooking classes each year. • One Good Woman: With a vast selection Other hotspots include Brittle Bark with locally- of coffee, loose tea (80 varieties), culinary End the day in luxury with a stay at Carlisle handmade brittle, fudge and chocolates which treats and gifts, this shop is a perfect House Bed and Breakfast or The Smith Steiner pair nicely with the distinctive honey wine next location to pick up a memento or find the B&B. The beautifully-detailed rooms in each door at Larsen Meadworks. For a mid-day ideal gift. will make you feel pampered. pick-me-up, Capital Joe Coffee, housed in a former bank building that dates back to 1888, Mechanicsburg has cold brews, specialty drinks, and pastries. If you’re really hungry, just outside of down- Museums & More town Mechanicsburg you can find authentic Greek cuisine at Hellenic Kouzina. With a FUN FACT: The third Thursday in June beautiful outdoor patio, this is a perfect spot to Mechanicsburg hosts Jubilee Day, the largest end your day. one-day street fair on the East Coast. Mixing the old with the new, Mechanicsburg’s New Cumberland history blends seamlessly with its casual dining Cornerstone Coffeehouse and specialty gift shops. Eat, Shop, Experience Step back in time as you enter through the front The charming town of New Cumberland has doors of Eckel’s Ice Cream Fountain, housed a collection of shops you can’t find anywhere When it’s time to indulge, Pennsylvania Bakery in a historic building from 1879 and featuring else. Start your day with local coffee and has been a local favorite since 1986 with its the original soda fountain, marble counter, homemade pastries at Brew Crumberland’s large selection of baked goods and more, wooden tables, and glass shelving. You can Best then head downtown for a lovely day along with gourmet coffees, teas, and enjoy a light lunch topped off with an old- of shopping. Celebrate the luck of the Irish at specialty drinks. Or, get your caffeine fix at fashioned ice cream soda or milk shake. Oxford Hall Celtic Shop; find spiritual healing Cornerstone Coffeehouse, where you can also products at The Inner Connection; pick out a enjoy delicious sandwiches. FUN FACT: Eckel’s is famous for making one-of-a-kind piece of artwork at Tickle My an appearance in the 1989 movie Girl, Senses; or purchase unique home decor at FUN FACT: Learn about healthy and tasty Interrupted, starring Winona Ryder. Nest Egg Interiors. End the day with a dessert cooking options when you sign up for one of in the cool retro 50s vibe at Hanna’s Ice the cooking classes offered by Cornerstone’s Mechanicsburg has an assortment of stores Cream Shoppe. Culinary Kitchen. that effortlessly combine history with a fun shopping experience. Civil War and More If you’ve overindulged, Camp Hill’s spas can is a small gem packed with an eclectic come to the rescue.