Wrightsville, Pennsylvania travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Wrightsville is a historic town in York Township, Pennsylvania.

3 sights · 2 things to do · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Wrightsville

Columbia–Wrightsville Bridge

This landmarked bridge was completed in 1930.

Burning of the Bridge Diorama

Wrightsville Historical Society

Cool Creek Golf Club

Wrightsville Historical Museum

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 30°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Sep. (climate data from nearby Baltimore)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
LNS Lancaster Airport, Lancaster — 14 mi away. Directions
MDT Harrisburg International Airport, Harrisburg — 17 mi away. Directions
BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Baltimore — 59 mi away (major hub). Directions

PA Route 30 is nearby.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Columbia–Wrightsville Bridge, Burning of the Bridge Diorama, Wrightsville Historical Society
Afternoon Cool Creek Golf Club, Wrightsville Historical Museum
Evening Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

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Understand

Wrightsville was founded in 1732 by John Wright. It was once home to the largest covered bridge in the world, however it was destroyed by water damage in 1814. George Washington reportedly considered Wrightsville as a possible location for America's capital, though this distinction was later given to Washington, D.C.