The 10 Best Things to Do in Butler, United States

October 8, 2017 Fernanda Pittenger

Butler is a city and the county seat of Butler County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is located 35 miles (56 km) north of Pittsburgh and part of the Greater Pittsburgh Region. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 13,757. Butler was named the 7th best small town in America by Smithsonian magazine in May 2012.
Restaurants in Butler

1. Playthings Etc.

2483 William Flynn Hwy, Butler, PA 16001-8019 +1 724-285-7529
Excellent
79%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 65 reviews

Playthings Etc.

At Playthings Etc. you will find toys and hobbies for all ages. Located in Butler, PA and only one hour North of Pittsburgh, this stealth bomber shaped store is filled with all of the coolest, most unique and fun toys you will ever find!From classic toys to futuristic toys, from toddler toys to science kits, from hobby products to educational toys, there are toys for everyone. Inside you will experience a space-age atmosphere where you can try many of the toys. Employees also do demonstrations of items such as R/C Cars, Unicycles, Rockets, Pogo Sticks, Magic and more!With over 3,000 toys to choose from, and new toys always arriving, you will find something for everyone. It is more than just a store…It is a FUN experience for the whole family. You have to see it to believe it!

Reviewed By RSMower - Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

We read the reviews before going here. Some of the reviews said it had a confusing layout and it sounded like we could get lost, but that was not the case.

It's small. It has a variety of items but not a lot of items. For example, there are some board games but not a ton (like you would find at the big box stores) and the games are unique and not necessarily found at the big box stores.

There were toys out that you could "test"

The sales associates were a little too enthusiastic (for our taste).

Because of the design of the building, there are no windows so it's not light and airy feeling inside.

Prices were quite reasonable for a small business owner.

We did get a jigsaw puzzle

2. The Beacon Hotel

231 Beacon Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053-9011 +1 724-586-6233
Excellent
16%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
16%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 6 reviews

The Beacon Hotel

Reviewed By billfrompa2015 - Butler, Pennsylvania

It's not fancy. You will find all races, genders and socio-economic classes of people here. It's safe, it's cheap, the bartenders are great. Don't go with an attitude or an expectation. This isn't Wexford folks---accept it, shut up and drink.

3. Cummings Coffee & Candy

146 N Main St, Butler, PA 16001-4927 +1 724-287-3287
Excellent
88%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 33 reviews

Cummings Coffee & Candy

Reviewed By Norma N

Even if they didn't serve great coffee and chocolates, the ambiance alone would be worth a long drive. Don't get your coffee to go, by all means slip into a booth and drift back to the way things used to be. No one is in a hurry here.

4. The Maridon Museum

322 N McKean St, Butler, PA 16001-4913 +1 724-282-0123
Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 27 reviews

The Maridon Museum

Reviewed By sblake311 - Danville, Pennsylvania

We visited this amazing museum after reading about it on Facebook. It is located on a side street in the small town of Butler, in a modern building with its own parking lot. The collection includes both Asian art as well as German Meissen porcelain. We came for the Asian art and were not disappointed! This is one of the loveliest collections we have ever seen. While relatively smile in size, the collection covers a variety of time periods and offers a nice variety of materials and techniques. We particularly enjoyed the intricate snuff bottles as well as the Netsuke exhibit. The gift shop was stocked with very nice, affordable items. We visited China twice and toured a number of great museums. The small Maridon allows a glimpse of amazing Chinese works of art, at a relaxed, leisurely pace, in the most unlikeliest of locales.

5. Pullman Park

100 Pullam Park Pl, Butler, PA 16001-7614 +1 724-256-9994
Excellent
70%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

Pullman Park

Reviewed By Jeanna W

Stadium seating... your choice of sun or shade. Not a far walk from the parking lot... there is not much parking, that was the downfall I seen in the whole park. We were there with our AAU team, no concession was open so cannot give input on that. Nice restrooms, clean.

6. Butler County Symphony Orchestra

551 Fairground Hill Rd, Butler, PA 16001-2681 +1 724-283-1402
Excellent
87%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 15 reviews

Butler County Symphony Orchestra

Reviewed By Ron M - Butler, Pennsylvania

Conductor Matthew Kraemer once again has displayed his considerable talents in transforming the orchestra into what it needs to be no matter what musical endeavor they tackle together.
Rachmaninoff's 2nd symphony was beautifully crafted.

The guest artist, Andrew Sords, displayed his mastery of the violin in Bruch's Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor. What talent.

Can't wait for the March 7th concert, Broadway Bound!

7. Rustic Acres Winery

234 Crisswell Rd, Butler, PA 16002-8639 +1 724-283-6236
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Rustic Acres Winery

Reviewed By SouthhillsCritic - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My wife and I enjoy finding new wineries and visiting them. Last year we visited 80 new wineries. This year this was our first new find.

This place is small. Although they offer a lot of different wines from dry to sweet. I'm not a sweet drinker but the sweets aren't overly to sweet.

Every wine that they offer was very good. I have to say the Cab was one of my favorites. It was so smooth.

The gentleman helping us was very kind and helpful. He mentioned on Sept 15 they will have a customer appreciation event with food and music and lots of wine.

No charge on the wine tastings. Check this place out. It's well worth it. We will be back to Butler, PA.

8. Freedom Farms - Local Market

795 Pittsburgh Rd, Butler, PA 16002-4053 +1 724-586-5551
Excellent
50%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 4 reviews

Freedom Farms - Local Market

Reviewed By Lbro878

My family and I have been to Freedom Farms sandwich and donut shop on numerous occasions, we bought our massive Turkey for thanksgiving from them as well. The sandwich shop is OUTSTANDING! Obviously the freshest meat and vegetables! Their creativity is astounding as well, from the cubano sandwich to the roast beef to the chicken...all is splendid, but in VERY VERY VERY few cases to do I talk about how wonderful a restaurants side dishes are...Farm Kings Sandwich shop's potato salad and macaroni salads are worth the drive by themselves.

9. All About Golf

114 North Rd, Butler, PA 16001-8334 +1 724-285-1010
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 3 reviews

All About Golf

All About Golf is an excellent place to learn how to play or improve your game. Whether it's your way of working out stress, enjoying a day with friends, or completing a business deal, we understand the importance a good round of golf can have on your life. And that's why All About Golf takes such pride in providing a complete practice facility. The establishment is under new ownership and management as of August 2013. We're excited to offer an Automatic Ball Dispenser on the South side of the club house. This means you can hit balls anytime you like--whether we're open or closed. Additional improvements and features coming soon--stay tuned! Our club is famous for its unparalleled grounds and services. Come see the difference we offer. Facility *9-hole Championship Course *Mens, Womens and Kids programs *Expert instruction from PGA-certified personnel *300 Yard Driving Range *Ice Cold Beverages & Snacks Events *Scrambles *Leagues *Best Ball *Skins *Fundraisers *Family Outings *Glow Golf

Reviewed By bonbonrob - Knoxville, Tennessee

This place is magical. One night a week they have Glow-in-The -Dark Golf in their driving range. They also have an ambitious 9 hole golf course with Par 4's and Par 5's, too.
The flowers outside are especially inviting and the people who manage and own this place are all friendly, kind and helpful.
It's simply a place you would want to go if you are in the area and feel like swinging a few balls or playing 9 holes.
They have a "Special" every single day of the week also. It might be all the golfing you want with a golf cart for 20$ a person. You could spend your whole day getting exercise at your leisure.
Or children's specials. I think children under a certain age with an adult gets a free small basket of balls.
I would say that All About Golf is the most SPECIAL place in all of Butler, PA.
It's located at 114 North Road
Butler, PA and their phone number is 724-285-1010.
Website is : www.AllAboutGolfPA.com and a great place to stop on your way to Pittsburgh, PA. Get that energy flowing by hitting a basket of balls!

10. RB Cigar Bar & Speakeasy

201 S Main St, Suite 1, Butler, PA 16001-5991 +1 724-282-0831

Cigar bar with over 60 varieties of cigars as well as Pennsylvania beers, wines, and spirits.

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