Greater Reading Expo Center
The Greater Reading Expo Center is an exhibition center nestled along a prime location in Reading, Pennsylvania. This property occupies 270,000 square feet of space which is home to 2 food courts, 1 elegant banquet hall and 30 modern meeting rooms. Several events including conventions and concerts had been held in the center as well as annual festivities and exhibits. It opened its doors in 2006 and closed in 2013.
While in Reading and in nearby towns like Pottstown, tourists can enjoy a number of attractions that make for an enjoyable vacation. Tourists can visit the majestic Pagoda, a Japanese-inspired pagoda built in 1908 which opens to grand views of the city from its top floor. It is also home to a cozy café. Another must-see is the Reading Public Museum. This attraction offers its visitors a 25-acre arboretum, a planetarium and exhibits showcasing civilizations and science. It also provides educational programs for children, adults and families. Those who love to see a good collection of artworks can stop by the GoogleWorks Center for the Arts. This attraction is also a cultural resource center that promotes education, creativity and the arts. A visit to Reading is never complete without passing by or riding the historic trains of the Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad. This railroad system comes with its very own tourist railroad that runs through Lehigh Gorge State Park and Jim Thorpe. Other attractions include the Berkshire Mall in nearby Reading. When it comes to hotels, Reading has a lot to offer. Those who want to enjoy upscale amenities can book a room at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading. This top-rated 3.5-star hotel offers an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center along with a lounge bar and restaurant. Another top choice for accommodations in the city is the Crowne Plaza Reading. This 3.5-star hotel is set in nearby Wyomissing and offers a soothing indoor pool and a restaurant. Those who want to enjoy budget rates can book a room at the cozy and well-appointed Econo Lodge Douglassville-Pottstown.
