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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Allentown

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Updated March 6, 2021

Unusual Attractions in Allentown

Allentown, Pennsylvania

The Liberty Bell Hiding Place

The famous bell was secreted away and hidden in a church in Allentown during the British occupation of Philadelphia.

Allentown, Pennsylvania

The Wishing Steps

The perfect spot for a couple to make their dreams come true.

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Leonardo's Horse Scale Model

A smaller model of the Da Vinci sculpture that took 500 years to come to life.

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Hokendauqua, Pennsylvania

Abandoned Thomas Iron Ruins

One of the first commercially successful anthracite-powered iron-making operations in North America.

4 miles from Allentown

Emmaus, Pennsylvania

Emmaus Mosaic Mural

A fascinating community art piece created by students, teachers, and noted Philadelphia artist Isaiah Zagar.

4 miles from Allentown

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Tomb of Unknown Soldier (Bethlehem)

A tribute to those that perished during the American Revolution.

4 miles from Allentown

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Lehigh Millennium Folk Arch

A park full of outsider art, created by college students studying outsider art.

4 miles from Allentown

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