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TOURING


 

Bicentennial Tower (Directions)

Enjoy an aerial view of the city and Presque Isle Bay. The 187-ft tower features two observation decks, and markers of Erie's harbor history and geography. Souvenirs and food available in tower lobby. Cost is $3 for adults; $2 ages 7-12; and children under six are free. Sundays are FREE (excluding holidays). The Tower is open as follows:

May 1 - Memorial Day 10AM - 8PM
Memorial Day through Labor Day 9:30AM - 10PM
Labor Day - October 31 10AM - 6PM
November - March (open Saturday & Sunday only) 12PM - 4PM
April 10AM - 6PM

 

Bayfront Gallery
This Erie artist co-op is located on east Dobbins Landing. Known for its unique blend of antique wares and local artistry, the Gallery has something for everyone. Various artists showcased throughout the summer. Call for hours.

Phone:  814-455-6632
17 East Dobbins Landing, Erie, PA


Erie Maritime Museum
Home port of the US Brig Niagara. Museum features War of 1812 and other maritime history.
(814) 452-2744


Harbor View Miniature Golf
Enjoy 18 holes of waterfront golf on this miniature course, located at 36 State Street, adjacent to Moorings at Wolverine Park. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (814) 874-3536.

 

Liberty Park
Located on Pier III, Liberty Park is an 8.5-acre natural park in Erie's urban setting. Public access walkways, ADA accessible playground, and sand volleyball courts. The Park features the Pepsi Amphitheater, programmed with community events throughout the summer. Water Taxi and Park-n-Ride Shuttle services from Liberty Park.






The Pepsi Ampitheater!


People have fun at Liberty Park!


A huge crowd enjoys yet another concert in Liberty Park


 

CRUISING THE BAY

Water Taxi
Catch the water taxi and enjoy the bay. Taxis from the bayfront at Dobbins Landing and Liberty Park to Waterworks at Presque Isle State Park. 

May 28 - October 1/Mid Oct (pending weather conditions, please call for schedule)
Mondays 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM;
Tuesdays through Sundays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost is $6 round trip; $4 children under 12 and $4 one way for both adults and children. (814) 881-2502

Momentum
Afternoon and evening cruises aboard this friendship sloop (814) 461-5010.

Bayfront Center for Maritime Studies
Boat building and sail training school. (814) 456-4077.

Moorings at Wolverine Park
Transient boating facility (814) 874-0698 and new location of Smitty's Bait Stand, corner of
State and Bayfront Parkway

The Victorian Princess
Step aboard Erie’s only authentic paddle wheeler, cruising Presque Isle Bay. We host a variety of events including lunches, brunches, dinner, kids and sightseeing cruises. (814) 459-9696.

Presque Isle Parasailing
Solo and Tandem Parasailing 453-2FLY (453-2359).

Presque Isle State Park
Pontoon boat rides (814) 833-0351; canoe rentals (814) 838-3938

The Lady Kate
Our 14-mile 90 minute tours venture out into the open water of Lake Erie. You will view Presque Isle’s shores, Erie’s skyline, lighthouses, ships the beaches, Gull Point Nature Preserve, wildlife and numerous other sights. (814) 836-0201

The Victory
Enjoy Lake Erie fishing aboard this 65 foot diesel powered vessel certified by the Coast Guard for up to 100 passengers. Private fishing parties, charters for and occasion and a Lake Erie Shipwreck Exploration. East Canal Basin (814) 833-9898.

 

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