Bayfront, PA

Erie

Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector
The Bicentennial Tower is an observation tower located in Erie, Pennsylvania 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 (57 m) tall and has 2 observation decks. It's located at the end of State Street on Dobbins Landing.
Smugglers Restaurant offers a great ambiance overlooking Lake Erie. Across the street is the Bicentennial Tower

Popular places to visit

Erie, Pennsylvania

Bayfront Convention Center

4.5/5(107 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Bayfront Convention Center during your trip to Erie. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Bayfront Convention Center
Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector

Bicentennial Tower

4.5/5(39 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Erie with a visit to Bicentennial Tower. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Bicentennial Tower
Presque Isle Peninsula Lake Erie Pennsylvania

Presque Isle Beach

4.5/5(321 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Presque Isle Beach during your travels in Erie? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Presque Isle Beach
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Penn State Erie

4.5/5(74 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Penn State Erie during your visit to Erie. Attend a sporting event or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

Penn State Erie

Erie Maritime Museum

4.5/5(45 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Erie Maritime Museum during your trip to Erie. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Erie Maritime Museum

Splash Lagoon

4/5(103 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Splash Lagoon during your trip to Erie. Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

Splash Lagoon

Bayfront Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront

2.5 out of 5
130 East Front Street Erie PA
The price is NT$3,632 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$3,632
NT$4,104 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (988 reviews)
No hot tub there

Reviewed on 2026/3/20

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront
Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

3 out of 5
2 Sassafras Pier Erie PA
The price is NT$4,033 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$4,033
NT$4,558 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Only one outlet in the whole room worked. The outlet next to the coffee pot does not work and the wall/bedside outlet does not work. Other than that it was very nice

Reviewed on 2026/3/16

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront
Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
55 W Bay Dr Erie PA
The price is NT$4,304 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$4,304
NT$4,864 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Yed

Reviewed on 2026/3/20

Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG

2.5 out of 5
6310 Old Station Road North East PA
The price is NT$3,324 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
NT$3,324
NT$3,756 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in North East. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
The staff was absolutely great .. very helpful ... pool area awesome .... room clean. The only complaint i have is how noisy the upstairs guests was i got woke up at 6:50 am from them running across the floors and being very loud

Reviewed on 2026/3/20

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG
Baymont by Wyndham Erie

Baymont by Wyndham Erie

2.5 out of 5
8170 Perry Hwy Erie PA
The price is NT$2,146 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$2,146
NT$2,425 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,398 reviews)
Clean everywhere 😁

Reviewed on 2026/3/19

Baymont by Wyndham Erie
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie

3 out of 5
701 Bayfront Parkway Erie PA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,347 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 2026/3/19

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Other neighborhoods around Bayfront

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East Bayfront

While there might not be top attractions in East Bayfront, you can explore the larger area and discover places like UPMC Park and Erie Insurance Arena.

East Bayfront
Erie featuring a river or creek, boating and a sunset

Downtown Erie

If you're spending some time in Downtown Erie, Warner Theatre and Erie Insurance Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Erie
This beautiful cathedral style church built in the 1920's and is a gem in historic downtown Erie. A must-see for Sunday services, and ideal place a wedding!

West Bayfront

While visiting West Bayfront, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Erie and Erie County Historical Society-Hagen History Center.

West Bayfront
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Little Italy

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Little Italy and surrounding area, you can visit Erie Playhouse and Warner Theatre.

Little Italy

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