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Walk or drive, the choices are excellent!   More info...

On a tour of area colleges?   More info...

There’s something for everyone   More info...

Children of well-behaved parents are always welcome at The Lafayette Inn, and there’s so much to do with the entire family in the Lehigh Valley.   More info...

Easton and the nearby communities offer a wide range of activities for those interested in music and the arts.   More info...

Eastern Pennsylvania is steeped in historical richness dating from the Lanape Indians of the Forks of the Delaware region, as well as colonial and revolutionary significance.   More info...

Bucks County begins only 3 miles south of Easton and the triangular route from Easton-New Hope-Doylestown offers a variety of antiquing and historical interests.   More info...

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The Lehigh Valley is home to a number of excellent colleges and universities. So whether you're planning a college-hunting trip with your high school senior, or in search of collegiate sports and activities, The Lafayette Inn can be your home base for visits to all of these fine schools.

The Lafayette Inn is less than 2 blocks off the campus of Lafayette College. Other highly rated colleges and universities nearby include Lehigh University, Muhlenberg College, Moravian College, Northampton Community College, and Cedar Crest College.

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The choices for outdoor activities in the Lehigh Valley will satisfy fun-seekers of all ages. Relax and travel back in time on the Mule Drawn Canal Boat Rides on the Lehigh River that will complement a tour of the National Canal Museum or, if that's too slow for your liking, try the Steel Force Roller Coaster at Dorney Park and Wild Water Kingdom, one of the biggest and fastest on the east coast.

Hot air ballooning withHave Balloon Will Travel, Sights Unseen Ballooning or Balloonatics and Aeronuts is one of the most popular adventure activities in the area.

Want to stay on the ground? Biking and Hiking especially on the canal boat tow path (right here in Easton) or Jim Thorpe offers feet-on-the-ground exploration. Blue Ridge Ranch Riding Stable (610-837-1940), only 10 minutes from the Inn, is the place for horseback riding fun, and if you want to get wet, kayaking, canoeing and tubing is popular on the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers, as well as some great fly fishing.

Want to explore underground? The wonders of Lost River Caverns just a few miles from the inn, will satisfy your desire for spelunking. For underwater enthusiasts, Dutch Springs offers a water park, diving, snorkeling, and underwater exploring as well as classes.

Seasonal attractions such as the Lehigh Valley Air Show, the Great Allentown Fair, the Celtic Classic Festival, as well as Bethlehem's Musikfest all have something for everyone.

Skiing and other winter fun is available on the numerous slopes of nearby Pocono and Blue Mountains.

If bicycle racing is more your speed then visit the Lehigh Valley Velodrome.

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The Crayola Factory is only one mile away from The Lafayette Inn and offers real production lines making crayons and markers as well as hands-on craft demos.

Take a mule-drawn canal boat ride on the Lehigh Canal and you'll have so much fun you won't even realize you're learning about canal boat life a hundred years ago.

For your little (or big) train enthusiast, head across the bridge to Phillipsburg, NJ, for a ride in a stream train along the scenic Delaware river.

The Da Vinci Discovery Center in Bethlehem is a hands-on science and technology extravaganza.

Looking for the excitement of one of the fastest roller coasters on the East Coast? Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom will get the adrenaline pumping!

Or, if you want to slow down a little, the century old Bushkill Park is what the youngsters will enjoy.

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For the musically inclined, the Martin Guitar Factory daily tours will impress you with their craftsmanship and quality which is world renown.

Looking to "jazz" up your weekend? Reserve a seat in the intimate Piano Salon at Easton Piano Loft, featuring elite Jazz and Classical Pianists.

Each year in August, Bethlehem's Musikfest brings musicians from around the world and most performances are outdoors. If you're searching for classical entertainment, the Bach Choir and Festival will fulfill your musical thirst.

Live entertainment on a Broadway-quality stage at the State Theatre, only 1 mile from The Lafayette Inn, ranges from stand-up comedy, to dancing-in-the-aisles bands, and the Nutcracker around the holidays.

Visual art galleries abound in the area and The Lafayette Inn can steer you toward some great galleries, the Williams Center for the Arts at Lafayette College, the Zoellner Center at Lehigh University, or the Allentown Art Museum. And don't forget the Banana Factory for art classes and workshops. You may want to purchase your very own sculpture or painting at local art galleries, such as Connexions.

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Easton was the site of the July 8, 1776, reading of the Declaration of Independence in Centre Square and celebrates this occasion with Heritage Day each July.

George Washington launched General Sullivan's northern campaign from Easton and the Northampton Historical and Genealogical Society is an excellent resource for seeking insights into your family tree.

Easton also boasts that their version of the stars and stripes pre-dates Betsy Ross’ version and the original flag is on display at the public library.

The National Canal Museum offers insights into a by-gone era of transportation and the buildings of the Moravian settlement of the early 18th century are still in use in Bethlehem.

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Bucks County begins only 3 miles south of Easton and the triangular route from Easton-New Hope-Doylestown offers a great 1/2 or full day side-trip to some of the best antiquing and historic sights in the East.

Take the covered bridge tour and then head to New Hope for lunch.

Visit the museum and visual presentation of Washington's Crossing, a victory of Revolutionary significance.

Snatch up some great buys at Peddlers’ Village or Rice's Flea Market.

The James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown completes the tour before you head to dinner at one of the area’s fine restaurants.

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