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Lancaster County

· Lancaster, PA

Why you should go…

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, known for its Amish and Mennonite communities, farmers markets, covered bridges, and rolling farmland. Discover Lancaster is the county's official tourism promotion agency.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Lancaster County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Lapp's Toys & Furniture

    Free

    Amish-made wooden toys and children's furniture crafted on site in Lancaster County.

    2.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Stay
    Family Favorite

    Eden Resort & Suites

    $50+

    Independent hotel resort in Lancaster, PA, near Amish Country attractions.

    3.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Stay

  • Eat & Drink
    Family Favorite

    Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop

    Free

    An Amish Country bakery famous for shoofly pie, with a petting zoo out back.

    3.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Amish Farm and House

    Under $25

    America's first Amish-focused attraction, with an 1805 farmhouse, working farm, and Amish craftspeople.

    4.3 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lancaster City Welcome Center

    Free

    The City of Lancaster's own visitor welcome center offering maps, brochures and walking tour information for downtown Lancaster.

    4.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Amish Village

    Under $25

    A recreated Amish homestead near Strasburg with a blacksmith shop, schoolhouse, and farm animals.

    5.8 mi awayMore like this