Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

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Bethlehem is a city in Pennsylvania, located along the Lehigh River 50 miles north of Philadelphia and 70 miles west of New York City and is part of the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area, along with Allentown and Easton (Pennsylvania) | Easton.

Bethlehem (Pennsylvania) Halal Travel Guide

The town was originally settled by a small group of Moravians (a persecuted Protestant religious group from modern-day Germany and Czech Republic) led by Count Nicolaus von Zinzendorf in 1741. Bethlehem was founded on Christmas Eve and named for Jesus' birthplace, Bethlehem, Palestine – presumably because it was mentioned in the Christmas carols that were sung by the Moravians.

During the Industrialization of the United States|Industrial Revolution, Bethlehem Steel became one of the largest steel companies in the world; its principal rival at the time was Andrew Carnegie's U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh. San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge was built from Bethlehem steel, as were many of New York City's skyscrapers. Through two World War I|world World War II in Europe|wars, Bethlehem's steel was strategically vital for shipbuilding. By the early 1980s, local coal and steel makers were struggling as prices were undercut by imports; in 1982, Billy Joel sang "Out in Bethlehem they're killing time, Filling out forms, Standing in line" in a popular tune named for nearby Allentown. In a pattern typical of the American Industry Tour|US rust belt, huge factories built for economies of scale when times were good were being out-manoeuvred by smaller, more modern competitors with lower costs and more advanced technology. By 2001 and the factories had closed; the bankrupt company was disbanded in 2003.

Today and the city has a population presence of about 73,000 and is a thriving with a beautiful historic neighborhood, many cultural events, two colleges, an industrial tourism|industrial museum and a large casino/entertainment complex.

The official Visitor's Center is in the Historic District at 505 Main St., offering general information along with walking tours, literature and the general gamut of tourist office services.

Travel to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Fly to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Lehigh Valley International Airport (IATA Flight Code: ABE) serves the greater Lehigh Valley metropolitan area and is located around 10 to 15 minutes north of downtown Bethlehem by car. It is served by several legacy carriers, including Delta Connection, United Express and American Airlines. Each offers several daily Flights to their Eastern U.S. hubs. Air Canada Express offers Flights to Toronto and the airport has at least one low-cost airline with service to Orlando|Orlando-Sanford. At present and there are two; Allegiant Air and Direct Air. The airline(s) flying this route tends to change fairly often; when one budget startup goes out of business and the airport tends to replace it with another one within a few months.

The airport is on the outskirts north of the town. Take Airport Road south and get on Route 22 east; get off at the next exit for Schoenersville Road. Make a left at the end of the ramp and follow the road until it becomes Elizabeth Avenue, at which point you are in Bethlehem. To get to the south side, take the Route 378 exit instead of Schoenersville. When the expressway ends, make a left at the light onto S. 4th St; you are in the south side neighborhood.

Other airports in the general vicinity are Philadelphia International Airport (IATA Flight Code: PHL) and Newark Liberty International Airport (IATA Flight Code: EWR). As these are hubs for major airlines and generally speaking much larger airports, flying into Philly or New York can save you a bundle. Expect a 90-minutes trip from Philadelphia and about 2 hours from Newark, depending on traffic.

How to travel to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania) by car

Bethlehem is easily accessible by vehicle from virtually any direction.

• From New York City & Newark, NJ: Take I-78 East to Exit 67. Turn right into PA-412 North. PA-412 terminates four miles later in Bethlehem's South Side.
• From Philadelphia: Take I-476 (toll) to "Lehigh Valley Exit" to US-22 East, to PA-378 South. Expressway ends at bridge between Downtown & South Side Bethlehem.
• From Bucks County: Take PA-309 North to PA-378 North.
• From Harrisburg to the West: Take I-78 West to Exit 67. Turn right into PA-412 North. PA-412 terminates four miles later in Bethlehem's South Side.
• From the Poconos: Take PA-33 South to its terminus to I-78 East to Exit 67. Turn right into PA-412 North. PA-412 terminates four miles later in Bethlehem's South Side.

Travel by Bus to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Several companies offer daily coach service to Bethlehem. Buses depart from the Park & Ride at I-78 and Route 412 in south Bethlehem, which can be visited by local mass transit.

• Bieber Tours - +1-800-BIEBER-4 - Bieber runs buses several times daily between Bethlehem and Philadelphia's Greyhound Bus Station.

• Trans-Bridge Lines - ☎ +1 610 868-6001 Trans-Bridge operates busses to several points in New York. The "New York" bus stops at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, but there are also services to the major airports.

Get Around in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

There are several ways to get around Bethlehem, depending on where you are and where you're intending to go. If you're sticking to the downtown areas, you can easily cover it on foot.It's important to realize that there are two downtown areas. "Downtown" refers to the historic neighborhood on the northern side of the River, centered along Main Street. However, it can also refer to the area on the south side along 3rd/4th St. on the other side of the Lehigh River, referred to as "South Side". Both can be covered on foot, but to go between them probably requires a car/bus. You can walk it, but it is a little more than a mile walk, most of it over the Hill-to-Hill bridge. Your best option for parking downtown is the North Street garage, a short walk from the historic neighborhood (downtown). If your travel involves going to other residential neighborhoods or neighboring towns, it's probably best to go by car, bus, or taxi.

How to travel to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania) by car

Driving is relatively easy in the Allentown/Bethlehem area, when compared to Philadelphia or New York City roads. The highways and expressways can be very congested at rush hour and local drivers on US 22, I-78, PA 33, PA 309 and PA 378 can be reckless and exceed the speed limit at times. Local streets can be clogged at rush hour, mostly on the South Side. Some roads are not for an unexperienced driver. Rental vehicle companies can be found at the Lehigh Valley International Airport.

Parking

Bethlehem has many lots and a few public garages to park in. The North Street and Walnut Street garages are located in Center City and the Riverport garage is on the South Side. The rate is $1 per hour, or $6 maximum rate (all day). For details, including directions and a complete list of parking lots and garages and the Bethlehem Parking Authority's website is listed here.]In addition to garages and lots, metered parking is available throughout the city. The rate is $0.50 per hour from 8AM Monday - 9PM.

Travel by Bus to Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

• Lehigh and Northampton County Transportation Authority (LANTA) provides affordable bus transportation in and around Bethlehem and the surrounding city's of Allentown and Easton (Pennsylvania) | Easton. LANTA provides a Metro Plus service for those who are unable to ride the regular Metro due to disability or requirement of special attention. Schedules are available online. The majority of LANTA buses serve mainly to link the three downtown areas of Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton and if you're not staying/going in these areas and the bus service can be impractical. Service centers around the main depot at Broad & Guetter Streets and fans out in every direction. The cost is $2 a ride, $3 for a day pass, with discounts if you buy in bulk.

Best way to travel in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania) by a Taxi

Several taxicab companies are in the Lehigh Valley. Taxis do not often drive around the streets, like in New York City.In the Lehigh Valley, you will often need to call ahead and arrange for the taxicab to pick you up.

• Quick Service Taxi Co. provides service throughout Allentown and Bethlehem. They can be called at +1 610 434-8132.
• Lehigh Valley Taxicab Co. operates out of Bethlehem and serves the Lehigh Valley. They can be contacted at +1 610 867-5855.

Walk in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

The best way to see Bethlehem's Historic District is on foot.Just about all its notable monuments are on Main St., or close to it. When referring to places along Main, "the top" of Main is at the intersection of Main and Broad, which is on top of a hill; "the bottom" is at the Brethren's House and all points past there. If you want to walk to the South Side (not recommended; save your feet by forking over the two bucks for the bus), go over the bridge at the bottom of Main next to the Hotel Bethlehem. Make a left when you reach another bridge and the Hill-to-Hill Bridge. When you get to the end of the bridge, turn left on 3rd or 4th St. to reach the South Side. There are also several pathways which lead to the Monocacy Creek from Main St.

What to See

• Banana Factory - 25 W. 3rd St. - ☎ +1 610 332-1300 Opening Hours: Gallery hours: 11-4 The Banana Factory is a community center for the arts located on Bethlehem's south side. What was once a banana warehouse has been renovated into space for two art galleries, classrooms and artists' studios. Offers daily guided tours and the Lehigh Valley's only glassblowing studio and on the first Friday of every month there is an art showing. Unless you love art it's probably not worth a trip to the South Side by itself but if you're there already be sure to stop by.

• Burnside Plantation 1461 Schoenersville Road 40.631111,-75.389444 ☎ +1 610 691-6055 Burnside Plantation (Bethlehem, Pennsylvania) - Burnside Plantation Farmhouse 01 This local plantation affords an excellent look at rural life in the Lehigh Valley beginning in the mid-18th century. The restored Moravian homestead highlights farm life and the region's industrial development through the mid-19th century. It not only makes the past come alive but provides a showcase for agriculture and craftsmanship of the era.

• Central Moravian Church - 73 W. Church St. - ☎ +1 610 866-5661 Recognized as the nation's oldest Moravian Church.

• Colonial Industrial Quarter | Web: age_id=8034 459 Old York Road - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 Free This area contains a few of Bethlehem's early buildings, like the 1761 Tannery, 1762 Waterworks (a National Historic Landmark) and the 1869 Luckenbach Mill and the Miller's House Garden (an 1870 Victorian garden). The area is right along the Monocacy Creek, so it's a great place to take a walk or even fish, right downtown (if you have a license).

• Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts | 427 New St. - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 Opening Hours: Thursday - Sa. 10-5; Sunday 12-5 An interior designer's dream come true and the Kemerer Museum is dedicated to the history of decorating. There are various rooms dedicated to periods in history, with textiles, china, paintings and more. The Victorian gardens on the ground provide a welcome spot to relax.

• Moravian Museum of Bethlehem | Web: age_id=8031 66 W. Church St. - Opening Hours: F-Su 12PM Monday - 4PM For those interested in learning a bit about the history of Bethlehem, or the Moravian people or faith, this should be a stop on your tour. It's housed in the oldest building in Bethlehem and the 1741 Gemeinhaus. It's only open on the weekends, however.

• National Museum of Industrial History 602 E. Second Street 40.6128,-75.371 ☎ +1 610-694-6644 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 5PM Wed-Sat $12 National Museum of Industrial History National Museum of Industrial History A Smithsonian affiliate dedicated to preserving America's rich industrial legacy. Exhibits on steel-making and manufacturing.

• The Star of Bethlehem - The Star of Bethlehem on top of South Mountain is lit year-round. It is visible from most parts of Bethlehem.

• SteelStacks - 101 Founders Way - ☎ +1 610 332-1300 A venue for performing arts and cinema on the former Bethlehem Steel property. Attractions include the ArtsQuest Center the performing arts center; the Air Products Town Plaza, with over 400 free musical performances annually; PNC Plaza, which will host festivals, a farmers market and will also serve as a stage for Musikfest; and the Levitt Pavilion, which will host free concerts.

• 1751 Old Chapel | Church St. & Heckewelder Pl. - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 - This Moravian Chapel was the second place of worship in Bethlehem's colonial era.

• 1758 Sunday Inn - 564 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 866-1758 - The 1758 Sunday Inn is a restored 18th-century inn that once hosted guests such as George Washington and Marquis de Lafayette. It has been fully restored and now offers guided tours, which provide a rich history of 1700s Bethlehem. It can also can be rented and catered for private gatherings. The courtyard also hosts a summer concert series.

• 1810 Goundie House - 501 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 If you're on Main St., you'll probably walk by here. A nice little place to stop by with a few rotating exhibits, but not a destination itself. Fruit Juices enthusiasts take note though - Goundie was the town brewer back in the day.

Tours

• Self-guided tour Books are available for purchase at the Visitor's Center located at 505 Main St.
• Historic Bethlehem Walking Tours | 505 Main St. - Opening Hours: April - Nov 24: Tuesday - Sunday 2:30PM Tours begin at the Visitor's Center and highlight the important historic sites.

• First Friday Southside Tours | Banana Factory - Opening Hours: May-October First Friday 6PM Tours begin at the Banana Factory and highlight the churches, architecture and multiculturalism of the South Side.

• Segway Tours - Opening Hours: April - October Saturday 9AM
• Bethlehem by Night Bus Tour | 505 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 - This seasonal tour runs throughout December on Thurs., Fri., Sat. and Sun at 5:30PM, 6:30 and 7:30PM. Tour includes a display of the Christmas City by bus.

• Old Bethlehem Walking Tour - ☎ +1 610 691-6055 - Tours run Nov 26-Dec 30. Sights include 18th century buildings and other historic sites.

• Old Fashioned Horse Drawn Carriage Rides - Carriage rides last about 15 minutes and run from Nov 27-Dec 30.

Top Travel Tips

If you were to give a typical building in each of Bethlehem's two main destinations and the Historic neighborhood would be "18th-century industrial museum" and the South Side would be "college bar" (or as of late, "casino"). If you don't fit either of those (and especially if you have kids) you'll still find stuff to do; you'll just need a vehicle and maybe a GPS to get there. Most of the city's parks, recreational facilities, sports teams, etc. are on the outskirts of the city and the bus system leaves a lot to be desired here.

• Bethlehem Municipal Golf Club - 400 Illick's Mill Road - ☎ +1 610 865-7079 Public golf course within the city. For those looking for just a round on the links on the cheap and the city course will do the trick. Also see Saucon Valley Country Club below.

• Bethlehem Skateplaza - 1325 Steel Ave. - The new, 750 ft. long skateplaza offers BMX riders and skateboarders a safe place to ride. Located across from the Sands Casino.

• Dutch Springs - 4733 Hanoverville Road 40.6845,-75.3556 ☎ +1 610 759-2270 Dutch Springs Dutch Springs is an water/adventure park located on a 50-acre lake. It offers scuba diving, an Aqua Park filled with large inflatable objects, rock climbing and more. There are campgrounds on-site and they host picnics and parties.

• Illick's Mill Park - One of Bethlehem's city parks, Illick's Mill Park offers ice skating (seasonal), swimmingpool (seasonal) and the Bethlehem Municipal Golf Club (see above), a driving range, baseball fields and a nature trail that runs along the Monocacy Creek.

• Local High School Athletics - , Free-$2 Bethlehem's three largest high schools, Bethlehem Catholic, Freedom and Liberty, all participate in the Lehigh Valley Conference, a highly competitive athletic division often ranked among the best in the state and nation. In 2008, Liberty High School won Pennsylvania's Division AAAA state championship in football. In addition to football, Bethlehem's girls and boys basketball and wrestling events are also very highly attended.

• Rose Garden Park | 8th Ave. & Union Blvd. - Rose garden Park is on 8th Ave and offers playgrounds, a bandshell where the Music in the Park concerts are held and the DAR House, a replica of the first log cabin built in Bethlehem.

• Sand Island Park | River & Main Sts. - Sand Island Park is located along the Lehigh River and offers playgrounds, hiking trails, basketball and tennis courts and plenty of room for fishing.

• Sands Casino Resort 77 Sands Blvd 40.6148,-75.3591 ☎ +1 484 777-7777 - Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem Sands_Casino_Resort_bridge_with_sign A casino (established 2009) with 3,000 slot machines, 89 tables, a 300-room hotel (March 2022) and 200,000 square feet of retail space on the formerly-industrial South Side. Part of a larger complex which includes the Museum of Industrial History (opened mid-2016) and which, when completed, will have over 40 stores at The Shoppes at Sands, 6 restaurants, 2 night clubs, a cineplex, 46,000 square feet of convention space, 18 meeting rooms and a concert hall.

• Saucon Valley Country Club - 2050 Saucon Valley Road - ☎ +1 610 758-7150 - Saucon Valley Country Club is a world-class golf course just south of the city. The club's courses have been named among the best in the state and the Old Course played host to the 2009 U.S. Women's Open. Inquire within for information on tee times and greens fees.

• Steel Ice Center - 320 E. 1st Street - ☎ +1 610 625-4774 $3-6 The Steel Ice Center houses daily public indoor ice skating on the South Side, along with open hockey sessions.

Events

• Annual Bethlehem Bach Festival - Lehigh University - +1-888-743-3100 Free Takes place during the first weekends in May.

• Bethlehem Restaurant Week - Downtown Bethlehem - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 January 31 through February 6.

• Blueberry Festival | Burnside Plantation - ☎ +1 610 882-0450 $8 The Blueberry Festival is held each July and features a classic vehicle show and various products made from blueberries.

• Celtic Classic - , Celtic Classic is an annual festival in Bethlehem celebrating Celtic legacy. The festival is host to the US National Highland Games and provides an environment filled with a wide variety of traditional elements. Included are traditional musicians, food vendors, clothing vendors, artists and more. If you have a kilt, wear it. For the adventurous, taste the haggis, a traditional Scottish dish.

• Christmas in July Sidewalk Sale | Historic District & South Side - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 July 23–25, 2010. Stores feature many discounts and bargains during this 3-day event.

• Fireworks | Sand Island Park - ☎ +1 610 865-7081 Fireworks are shot off from Sand Island Park on July 4th and the end of Musikfest and New Year's Eve.

• Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Show - Stabler Center - ☎ +1 610 758-9691 $8 The Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Show runs from March 31-April 3, 2011. It is an annual display of over 200 vehicles.

• Harvest Festival - Downtown Bethlehem - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 Free Takes place at the beginning of October.

• Historic Bethlehem ArtWalk | Downtown Bethlehem - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 Held on the last Saturday of the month, May–August. Local artists and musicians line the sidewalks during each ArtWalk.

• Historic Haunts of Downtown Bethlehem - 428 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 866-5461 Held Saturdays and Sundays in October, 2010. Hour-long ghostly walking tour.

• Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival | 77 Sands Blvd. - +1-877-726-3777 Held June 5–6, 2010.

• Lehigh Valley Home Show - Stabler Center - ☎ +1 610 432-4101 $6 The Lehigh Valley Home Show features builders and other home improvement ideas. It runs annually in early April.

• Loop-a-palooza | City-wide - ☎ +1 610 751-4979 - September 18, 2010. Hop-on and off the Bethlehem Loop and enjoy refreshments and music.

• Musikfest Downtown Bethlehem 40.6148,-75.3719 - Opening Hours: 12-10 Free Musikfest Musikfest-logo-2013jpg-2f6 b668b910cfd31 Musikfest is an annual 10-day music festival that takes place in the beginning of August. Over 1 million people visit the festival every year. All of the hundreds of concerts, save the headlining acts, are free of charge and take place at various "platzes" set up around the historic neighborhood. Past performers include Ray Charles, The Beach Boys, Lynyrd Skynyrd, George Clinton and Ludacris. The food is top-notch (if expensive) as well, with everything from fried oreos to gyros and there are activities for children as well. Check out the polka tent for the festival's only dance floor and the famous "Chicken Lady," a local legend.

• Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp - , - Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp is located at Lehigh University in South Bethlehem from July through August. Spectators can watch the Eagles training and meet players on special autograph days. There are also activities for kids. Bring a cooler; temperatures reach into the 90s and do not wear any other team's jersey unless you like getting heckled (or hospitalized) by notoriously rowdy Eagles fans. Thit is the best opportunity to see the Eagles close up and it attracts thousands to each training. Admission is free.

• Rooftop Beach Party | North Street Parking Garage - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 - Tickets are $10 to get you into this party, bringing the beach to Bethlehem. Held July 9, 2010 from 5:30-8:30PM.

• Rooftop Fancy Flea Market | North Street Parking Garage - ☎ +1 610 841-5831 - This flea market, held July 25, 2010, features many items at a small price.

• Russian Days Festival | 980 Bridle Path Rd. - ☎ +1 610 867-0402 Celebrated at the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, this festival includes Russian food and arts and crafts and desserts. Admission is free. Held September 10–12, 2010.

• SouthSide Film Festival , - SouthSide Film Festival 65323

}}The South Side Film Festival started in 2004 and takes place every June. Films of all genres are accepted from any type of filmmaker. The film screenings are at several venues on the Lehigh University campus.

• St. Nicholas Fall Greek Food Festival | 1607 W. Union Blvd. - ☎ +1 610 867-1327 - Local church festival featuring authentic Greek food. Held September 16–19, 2010.

Shopping in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Shopping (at least the outdoor, non-chain store variety) in Bethlehem centers on two streets; Main Street in the Historic District and 3rd Street on the South Side. Expect a fair share of mom-and-pop stores and art galleries. If you're just looking for a mall, Bethlehem has two and the Promenade Shops and the Westgate Mall. The former is new and somewhat ritzy; the latter is dead most of the time.

• Apotheca Salon & Boutique - 101 E. Third St. - ☎ +1 484 821-1497 Opening Hours: Mon. 9-5; Tuesday - Th. 9-8; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-3 Features facials, waxing, a color and products from Somme Institute, Davines and USpa and other accessories.

• Christkindlmarkt - , - Opening Hours: Thursday - Sa. 10-8; Su. 10-6. $8; 12 and under admitted free Christkindlmarkt is a holiday market, named among the world's best, open on weekends during the Christmas season. Handmade arts and crafts are for sale, as well as (German) and Austrian food, a celebration of the town's legacy.

• Donegal Plaza - 534 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 866-3244 Opening Hours: Monday - Th. 10-530; Fri. 10-8; Sat. 10-6; Sun. 11-4 Celtic jewelry, music, food and other Irish and British items.

• Moravian Book Shop 428 Main St. 40.6194,-75.3818 ☎ +1 610 866-5481 +1 610 868-8330 Opening Hours: Monday - West 10-6, Thursday - Saturday 10-8, Sunday 12-5 Moravian Book Shop Moravian Book Shop is the oldest bookstore in the nation, open since 1745. They sell mostly books, but also souvenirs and Moravian stars, which are popular during the Christmas season.

• The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley 2845 Center Valley Parkway 40.5597,-75.4114 ☎ +1 610 791-9707 Opening Hours: Monday toSat. 10-9. Sun. 11-6 The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley SauconValley1 58520 The Promenade Shops is an outdoor mall and "lifestyle center." The stores are located just south of Bethlehem in a wealthy suburban area. The stores cater to an upscale taste and budget, with stores such as Coldwater Creek, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers and Fresh Market. The complex also contains restaurants and a movie theater.

• Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom - 504 Main St. - ☎ +1 610 866-2615 Carries a collection of Olive oils and vinegars that you can taste before you buy.

• Westgate Mall - 2285 Schoenersville Rd. 40.6419,-75.4033 ☎ +1 610 867-3333 Opening from Monday to Saturday. 10-9. Sun. 12-5. Westgate Mall (Pennsylvania) Westgate Mall is an indoor shopping mall, hosting anchors Bon-Ton and Weis Markets. It features over 40 stores and services. It is, to put it lightly, undercrowded and probably not worth your time.

• Dinette and Barstool Village - Dinette and Barstool Village - 197 Nazareth Pike - ☎ +1 610 614-1617 Opening Hours: Sun+Tues: 12-4, Monday: Closed, Wed-Sat: 10:30-6 Dinette and Barstool Village serves home and business owners with over 350 stools on display, a wide selection of tables, chairs, bars, islands, hutches/buffets, all in plenty of woods, metals and fabrics to choose from.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Downtown is where most of Bethlehem's most popular restaurants are located, but for the best bargains, you'll have to venture into the residential neighborhoods of the town. Generally speaking and the closer to the Historic District and the more expensive the restaurant, although you will find a few quirky cafes on Main St. Bethlehem's most popular upscale restaurants can be found on W. Broad St., known as "Restaurant Row."

• Becky's Corner Deli | 3 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 317-8077 $3-10 A deli located inside the Plaza Mall that has Coffee, tea and deli sandwiches.

• Bethlehem Book Loft & Caffeine Cafe | 501 E. Fourth Street - ☎ +1 610 865-5989 $2-6 A great place on the South Side to read and drink a cup of Coffee.

• Billy's Downtown Diner - 10 E. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 867-0105 $5-15 One of the best diners in Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley, located in Center City.

• Black Forest Deli - 745 7th Ave - ☎ +1 610 865-3036 $6-13 Sandwiches as well as a Russian and Ukrainian menu.

• The Cup at the Bethlehem Dairy Store - 1430 Linden Street - ☎ +1 610 691-8422 $2-5 The Dairy Store, sometimes called "The Cup" is the hot spot for ice cream, with 80 years of history and over 25 flavors. Lines can get long in the summertime, but it's well-worth the wait.

• Carl's Corner | 2 W. Elizabeth Ave - ☎ +1 610 691-1541 Opening from Monday to Saturday. 10:30-9 Located down the street from Moravian College's football field, Steaks sandwiches and subs offer an affordable postgame (or anytime) meal.

• Carlos's Spanish & American Food | 515 Keystone Ave - ☎ +1 610 317-0677 Opening from Monday to Saturday. 9-9, Sun. 9-6 Carlos's features Puerto Rican cuisine at a budget price. Located on the West Side, 2 blocks from Allentown.

• Darto's Restaurant | 46 W. North Street - ☎ +1 610 866-5005 $5-10 Simple breakfasts and lunches. Limited seating.

• Deja Brew | 101 W. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 865-2739 Opening from Monday to Saturday. 10-7, Sunday 10-6 $2-8 Deja Brew is Lehigh U's local coffeeshop, frequented by students and staff alike. Penn State fans, watch the football game here; the owners are die-hard fans.

• Francisco's Salvadoreño Restaurant | 100 E. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 866-3556 Opening Hours: Monday - F. 8-8, Sat. 10-8, Sun. 2-8 $2-9 Francisco's Salvadoreño Restaurant features Salvadoran food at a lower price.

• Fu Lai | 1903 W. Broad St. - ☎ +1 610 868-8388 $6-9 Small neighborhood Chinese restaurant with good but affordable eats.

• George's Light Lunch | 308 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 865-1866 Known for Steaks sandwiches and cheeseburgers.

• Goosey Gander II - 102. W. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 868-0176 $4-6 A student favorite and the Goose offers delicious subs at great prices. Make sure to look at the various "specials" posted on signs behind the counter.

• Hard Bean - 201 E. Third Street - ☎ +1 610 419-9833 $2-7
• Java's Brewin' | 1 E. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 419-9712 $2-9 Located in Center City in the newly built East Broad Building.

• The Java Mill | 81 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 866-3901 $2-6 Located in Center City, just east of Main Street.

• La Lupita | 4 W. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 868-5733 Opening Hours: 11-10 $2-9 Located on the South Side near Lehigh University, this family-run Mexican restaurant is known for guacamole and tortillas.

• Lehigh Pizzas - 13 W. 3rd Street - ☎ +1 610 866-1088 $7-21 per pie Lehigh Pizzas is one of many Bethlehem pizzerias, but it is one of the best on the South Side. Located next to the Banana Factory.

• Mayflower Lunch | 622 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 691-8111 $5-15 Located on the West Side, just a few blocks west of the Downtown area. Offers breakfast and lunch in a "Brooklyn Diner" type setting.

• MachPiccu Peruvian Restaurant | 1330 E. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 865-5838 $3-9 Located on the South Side, MachPiccu brings a piece of Peru to Bethlehem with this authentic restaurant.

• Potts' Hot Dogs | 114 W. Fairview Street - ☎ +1 610 865-6644 $1-5 Potts' (pronounced "Pott-zees") is, as anyone in Bethlehem will tell you, probably the best Hot Dogs in the Lehigh Valley. The dogs are super affordable too.

• Tasty Garden | 524 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 867-8909 Very affordable Chinese cuisine. Exceptionally fresh and delicious.

• Tulum | 17 W. Morton Street - ☎ +1 610 691-8300 Opening Hours: Monday - F. 11-9, Sat. 12-9 Tulum is good for Mexican eats on the cheap and they also have many Vegetarian options.

• Wired Gallery and Cafe | 520 Main Street - ☎ +1 610 317-8010 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 7-9, Friday 7-11, Saturday 9-11, Sunday 9-6 Cafe featuring drinks an desserts.

• The Wise Bean Coffee & Espresso Cafe - 634 N. New Street - ☎ +1 610 867-5010 $1-6 The Wise Bean is a very relaxed coffeehouse downtown. It's a great place to get some work done; they'll even pop in your favorite CD if you ask.

• Vegan Treats 1444 Linden Street 40.633488,-75.368710 ☎ +1 610 861-7660 +1 610 861-7660 Opening Hours: 10AM - 9PM $4-10 Bakery offering 100% vegan fare.

• Alando - 520 Main Street - ☎ +1 610 317-2009 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11-9, F-Sa 11-11, Sunday 12-8 $10-19 Alando features Kenyan cuisine. Also offers catering.

• Anna Bella Ristorante - 4505 Bath Pike - ☎ +1 610 317-8405 $13-23 Anna Bella's has some pretty darned good Italian food on the outskirts of town. The Pizzas are recommended and they do takeout too.

• Old Belmont Inne 3750 Old Philadelphia Pike - ☎ +1 610 867-0140 $15-25
• Bethlehem Brew Works - 569 Main Street - ☎ +1 610 882-1300 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2AM $9-20 The Brew Works is an industrial-themed restaurant with its own sheesha lounge on site. Serves standard American fare, but with a (German) influence, such as Wiener schnitzel and sauerkraut.

• Cactus Blue - 2915 Schoenersville Road - ☎ +1 610 814-3000 Opening Hours: Monday toThu 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10, Closed Sunday $9-15 Cactus Blue has been voted as one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Lehigh Valley.

• Confetti Cafe - 462 Main Street - ☎ +1 610 861-7484 $7-15 Confetti Cafe is a traditional cafe featuring soups, lunch and dinner entrees and 28 flavors of ice cream.

• Europa Barbeque | 954 Pembroke Road - ☎ +1 610 814-6870 Opening Hours: 10-9 $7-14 Europa Barbeque features Portuguese cuisine.

• The Greek Isles Cafe Restaurant | 1267 Birchwood Dr - ☎ +1 610 865-5562 Opening Hours: 7-11 $9-20 The Greek Isles Cafe has an extensive all-Greek menu.

• Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet - 3811 Nazareth Pike - ☎ +1 610 419-8388 $10 Fantastic buffet and hibachi at an affordable price.

• The Melting Pot - 1 E. Broad St. Suite 100 - ☎ +1 484 241-4939 Opening Hours: Monday toThu 5PM Monday - 10PM, Friday 5PM Monday - 11PM, Saturday 4PM Monday - 11PM, Sunday 4PM Monday - 9PM Popular chain of fondue restaurants.

• Nawab Indian Restaurant | 13 E. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 691-0388 Opening Hours: 11:30-7:30 $9-15 Nawab is one of only a handful of local Indian restaurants. Eat in at the buffet, or takeout if you prefer.

• Petra Mediterranean | 81 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 866-3901 Features moderately prices Mediterranean cuisine.

• Starter's Pub & Grille - 3731 Route 378 - ☎ +1 610 997-5454 $8-25 Starter's original location on route 378, just over the South Mountain. Offering sports bar atmosphere and pub fare. Also has another location at the Bethlehem Golf Club.

• The Vineyard Restaurant - 605 Fiot Street - ☎ +1 610 867-2441 Italian restaurant. Don't let limited parking, limited seating and a not-so-pretty neighborhood fool you; the food here is worth it.

• Apollo Grill - 85 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 865-9600 +1 610 865-9800 Opening Hours: 11-10 $20-40 The Apollo Grill has been consistently rated as one of the Lehigh Valley's top restaurants. They serve contemporary American cuisine and reservations are recommended.

• blue Grillhouse - 4431 Easton Ave - ☎ +1 610 691-8400 Opening Hours: Monday - Th. 11:30-10, Fri. 11:30AM Monday - 12PM, Saturday 4PM Monday - mid, Sunday Noon-9PM $20-30blue Grillhouse is an upscale-casual restaurant with an extensive bar, serving Steak and seafood. Located outside of Bethlehem in neighboring Bethlehem Township, it is a 15-minutes trip from town center which will lead you to its strip-mall location. Don't be fooled by the surroundings; it is one of the best. Patio seating available.

• Edge - 74 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 814-0100 Opening from Monday to Saturday., opening at 5. Cafe opens at 4. $26-30 Asian fusion is what's on the menu at Edge, a great place for a swanky dinner date. Or, grab a martini at the lounge. Located inside the Liberty Place building at Broad and Main Streets.

• Emeril's Chop House 77 Sands Blvd. - ☎ +1 484 777-7777 Opening Hours: Open Daily, 6PM Monday - 10PM $26-40 Emeril Lagasse's first restaurant in the Northeast features [ Steaks, seafood and signature appetizers and sides. Despite all the glitz and the big name and the food isn't exactly worth all you pay for it. Take note, if you are under 21 you will be escorted to the restaurant and from the restaurant by security, since the restaurant is located inside the Sands Casino Resort.

• Shula's Steaks House | 2960 Center Valley Pkwy. - ☎ +1 610 841-5600 Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 4PM Monday - 11PM. Lunch Sundays 11:30AM Monday - 4PM. $27-35 Don Shula's famous steakhouse is located at the Promenade Shops. Great for beef and football lovers, but otherwise a "pay-for-the-name" sort of place.

• Starfish Brasserie - 51 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 332-8888 Opening Hours: Monday - Th. 5-9:30, Fri. & Sat. 5-10, Sun. 5-8. $21-30 Starfish serves up seafood like no other spot in the Valley, as evidenced by its many local awards.

If you're new to Pennsylvania, you will learn that there is always a place to drink, no matter where you are. There are many more bars than those listed here. With thousands of college students attending Lehigh University, Moravian College and Northampton Community College, Bethlehem has its fair share of cafes. Most are located on the South Side (close to the school) on 3rd and 4th Sts. You can find places to have a drink downtown too, but these cater more towards a more tourist, older crowd. The Historic District, particularly Main St., is impeccably maintained and clean and the city government prefers to keep it that way; head to the South Side for a more uptempo scene and stick to downtown for a more relaxed atmosphere.

• Beef Baron | 2366 Catasauqua Road - ☎ +1 610 868-8995 - Simple bar known for their roast beef sandwiches.

• Essence Hookah Lounge | 203 E. 3rd Street - ☎ +1 610 882-3888* The Funhouse Pub - 5 E. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 868-5311 For the best local bands, The Funhouse Pub is the place to go. Located a block down from Lehigh University.

• Godfrey Daniels - 7 E. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 867-2390 Godfrey Daniels is a non-profit, member-supported listening club on the south side. The acts focus on folk, but jazz, early rock-and-roll and blues are also sometimes offered.

• The Happy Tap | 601 E. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 868-2790 Ironic name, located in one of the worst areas of the city.

• Hookah Turka | 44 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 419-5184* JP McGrady's | 117 E. 3rd Street - ☎ +1 610 868-9625 JP McGrady's is a popular bar for Lehigh students to grab a drink; expect crowds on weekends.

• Keystone Pub - 3259 Easton Ave - ☎ +1 610 814-0400 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2AM A pub remodeled from a historic inn. Monday night is Wing Night, featuring 40 cent wings. Good bar food. Great Muslim Friendly place for a Coffee.

• Looper's Grille | 313 E. 3rd Street - ☎ +1 610 882-2424 $5-10 Looper's is a golf-themed, business casual upscale bar with cigar and bars and over 150 martinis available.

• New Street Pub | 728 North New Street - ☎ +1 610 867-9733* Old Brewery Tavern | 138 West Union Blvd - ☎ +1 610 691-9406 If you are looking for a dive, thit is definitely the place.

• Pacino's Cigar Cafe | 515 Main Street - ☎ +1 610 868-1100 Opening Hours: Monday & Sunday 7AM Monday - 12AM, Tues-Sa 7AM Monday - 2AM
• Ripper's Pub | 77 W. Broad Street - ☎ +1 610 866-6466 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2AM Average Drink: $2 If you're just looking for a hole-in-the-wall to grab a cola near Main St., Ripper's is probably your best option.

• Roosevelt's 21st - 21 E Elizabeth Ave - ☎ +1 610 866-1950* Sands Casino Resort - 77 Sands Blvd - ☎ +1 484 777-7777 - The Sands features the Molten Lounge, St. James Gate, Coil and Infusion.

• Steelgaarden | 569 Main Street - $4-16 Steelgaarden is a lounge located inside the Bethlehem Brew Works, with a large drink menu and six soft drinks brewed onsite.

• Sultana Hookah Lounge | 3 E. 3rd Street - Extensive hookah tobacco flavors.

• Tally-Ho Tavern - 205 W. 4th Street - ☎ +1 610 865-2591 $9-15 The Tally-Ho's motto is "We try to be all things to all people," and they cater to local residents, Lehigh students and everyone else at this charming pub. While anyone is admitted at the Tally-Ho, this place is best if you are drinking shots. Lots of them.

• Your Welcome Inn | 325 S. New Street - ☎ +1 610 868-8887 Your Welcome Inn is the local scene/dive bar, close to downtown.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Ramadan 2025 in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania)

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

A number of hotels are located on Airport Road near LVIA and the immediate areas surrounding it. Most hotels are located on the outskirts of town along Route 22. If you're going downtown figure about a 10-15 minutes drive, cab, or bus ride. For those who would prefer to stay downtown and the Comfort Suites on the SouthSide of downtown Bethlehem and the Hotel Bethlehem on the North side are your two options; the locations are great and are some of the best places to stay in the entire city.

• Golden View Motel | 5090 Bath Pike - ☎ +1 610 837-6300 $80* Best Western Lehigh Valley Hotel & Conference Center - 300 Gateway Dr - ☎ +1 610 866-5800 +1 610 867-9120$99 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Bethlehem Inn 476 N. New Street - ☎ +1 610 867-4985 +1 610 974-8019 Check-in: 4PM / Check-out: 11AM $99-175
• Comfort Inn | 3191 Highfield Dr - ☎ +1 610 865-6300 +1 610 861-5074 $90 | checkin=2PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Comfort Suites - 120 W. 3rd Street - ☎ +1 610 882-9700 +1 610 882-4389 $129 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

The Comfort Suites is one of the few hotels on the South Side and it is located close to Lehigh University.

• Courtyard Marriott Allentown Bethlehem/Route 22 | 2160 Motel Drive, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018 - ☎ +1 610 317-6200 $132-169 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Courtyard Marriott Bethlehem/I-78 - 2220 Emrick Blvd. - ☎ +1 610 625-9500 $140-190 Courtyard by Marriott Bethlehem Lehigh Valley / I-78 is a new hotel in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania with deluxe lodging and suites, indoor swimming pool, wireless Internet access and meeting space. Located at the Route 33 and Freemansburg Ave. interchange, close to Interstate 78.

• Extended StayAmerica - 3050 Schoenersville Road - ☎ +1 610 866-8480 $119 Extended StayAmerica is located close to the Lehigh Valley International Airport.

• Fairfield Inn & Suites - 2140 Motel Dr - ☎ +1 610 865-5000 $119* Fifth Street Hotel | 716 E. 5th Street - ☎ +1 610 867-8681 +1 610 758-9000$109 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Hampton Inn & Suites | 200 Gateway Dr - ☎ +1 610 868-2442 $99-159 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bethlehem - hiesales3375@ | 3375 High Point Blvd - ☎ +1 610 882-2255 +1 610 882-1381 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: 12PM Opened in 2007, this hotel is one mile from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). Complimentary airport shuttle available. Hotel features an adjacent restaurant and lounge.

• Holiday Inn Express and Suites - 2201 Cherry Ln - ☎ +1 610 838-6110 $110* Homewood Suites by Hilton - 2031 Avenue C - ☎ +1 610 264-7500 $110* Residence Inn by Marriott Allentown Bethlehem/Route 22 | 2180 Motel Dr - ☎ +1 610 317-2662 $167 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 12PM

• Value Place | 4016 Christian Spring Road - Located just off the 22/191 interchange.

• Wydnor Hall Inn - ☎ +1 610 867-6851 $75-150
• Hotel Bethlehem - 437 Main Street 40.620065,-75.382326 +1-800-607-2384 $169 | checkin=4PM / Check-out: 12PM Hotel Bethlehem is downtown Bethlehem's largest hotel. Its prime location means it fills up quickly in the wintertime, so book well in advance.

• Hyatt Place Bethlehem Web: 45 West North Street 40.623171,-75.379999 ☎ +1 610 625-0500 +1 610 625-0503 $140+ Hyatt Place is a new addition to Downtown Bethlehem. It is located only 2 blocks from Main Street, at the junction of North and Guetter Streets.

• The Sayre Mansion - 250 Wyandotte Street 40.612170,-75.384493 +1-877-345-9019 $160 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 11AM The Sayre Mansion is a quaint former mansion that has been refurbished into a 21-room bed-and-breakfast in the city's Fountain Hill section. Meals are included in the room rates.

Stay Safe

Bethlehem by most accounts is relatively safe for a city of its size. Most visitors to the downtown areas or the Sands Casino won't encounter any sort of crime or danger. Some areas of the Southside off of 3rd St. can be sketchy at night and Lehigh students have a notorious reputation for drinking, so be wary of visiting at night if you'd rather not deal with inebriated college kids. The same type of drunken misconduct can also break out late at night during Musikfest as patrons make more trips to the organic juice tent and it occasionally results in scuffles on and around Main St. (which gets extremely crowded around at closing). If you use common sense and don't stray from the main attractions you should have no problems and Bethlehem is far safer than neighboring Allentown or Easton.

Telecommunications

• Seasonal greeting cards may be sent with a "Bethlehem" postmark, one of about a hundred US towns with Christmas or holiday-themed names (others include places like "Antler", "St. Mary" and "North Pole"). Holiday wellwishers outside the Bethlehem community can get the postmark by affixing postage to individual cards and then placing them all in a larger stamped envelope addressed to “Christmas Re-Mailing, Bethlehem, PA 18016". The cards must arrive in Bethlehem by December 15 to be postmarked and get to their destinations before Christmas.

Go Next

Bethlehem's central location in the Lehigh Valley make it a good starting point for adventuring the region and visiting other city's in the US Northeast.

• Allentown, Pennsylvania's third-largest city, located 3 miles west. Home of Dorney Park, one of the biggest amusement parks on the East Coast and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the AAA-level minor league team of the Philadelphia Phillies.
• Philadelphia and the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth-largest in the United States, located 50 miles to the south.
• Easton (Pennsylvania) | Easton, located 9 miles east of Bethlehem.
• Phillipsburg (New Jersey) | Phillipsburg, 15 miles to the east in New Jersey.
• New York City and the largest city in the United States, located 80 miles to the east.
• Reading (Pennsylvania) | Reading, 40 miles to the southwest.
• Poconos and Endless Mountains|The Poconos, skiing and snowboarding resorts in Eastern Pennsylvania, mostly 60-90 minutes north of Bethlehem by car. Outlet mall, casinos, waterpark in summer.
• Scranton, 70 miles to the north.
• Harrisburg and the state's capital, 85 miles west.
• Atlantic City, a popular seaside resort known for its beaches and casinos, located 120 miles south of Bethlehem.
• The American Industry Tour from Boston to Chicago passes through Bethlehem.

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