Things to do in Lancaster.

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or making a longer trip out of the celebration, Lancaster has a little bit of everything — beautiful countryside, amazing food, shopping, live entertainment, and classic Pennsylvania charm.

Explore Amish Country

Lancaster is famous for its Amish farmland and scenic backroads. Take a countryside buggy ride, visit local farm stands, or tour an authentic Amish homestead for a unique Lancaster experience.

Popular Stops

The Amish Farm and House
The Amish Village

Downtown Lancaster

Downtown Lancaster is filled with restaurants, cafés, galleries, breweries, and local shops. Perfect for walking around before or after the festivities.

Must-See Spots

Lancaster Central Market — one of the oldest continuously operating farmers markets in the country
Fulton Theatre — historic live theater with Broadway-style productions
Demuth Museum — art and history in downtown Lancaster

Family-Friendly Activities

Traveling with kids or family? Lancaster has plenty to keep everyone entertained.

Great Family Attractions

Dutch Wonderland
Turkey Hill Experience
Wolf Sanctuary of PA

Outdoor Adventures

Enjoy Lancaster’s beautiful countryside with hiking trails, scenic overlooks, rail trails, and parks.

Outdoor Favorites

Chickies Rock Overlook
Susquehanna River trails
Lancaster Conservancy nature preserves
Conestoga Trail

Live Entertainment & Shows

Lancaster is known for great live performances and dinner theaters.

Popular Venues

American Music Theatre
Sight & Sound Theatres
Magic & Wonder Dinner Theatre

Great Nearby Towns

If you have extra time, these nearby towns are worth visiting:

Lititz
Strasburg
Bird-in-Hand
Intercourse (yes, really!)

Food & Local Favorites

Lancaster has fantastic bakeries, pretzels, homemade ice cream, and Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food everywhere you look.

Don’t leave without trying:

Fresh soft pretzels
Shoofly pie
Homemade ice cream
Pennsylvania Dutch breakfast spots
Local farm-to-table restaurants