Lancaster PA Attractions & Things To Do

Attractions and Things To Do in Lancaster, PA

Come and experience all the attractions, activities, and entertainment to be enjoyed throughout Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

When people think about Lancaster County and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country, they usually think about the Amish. However, there is a broad variety of attractions, events, and fun things to do and see throughout Lancaster County. Check out our many unique attractions, our historical heritage, the excellent food, the shopping, and the fun activities for people of all ages. Many people return here year after year because of all that this area has to offer amid our peaceful country setting.

So, come get away from it all…and to all that we have waiting for you throughout Lancaster, Pennsylvania!

Enjoy the Many Lancaster PA Attractions:

 

Intercourse Pretzel Factory

3614 Old Philadelphia Pike (Rt. 340), Intercourse, PA 17534, 717-768-3432

Learn how to twist a pretzel with us on our free factory tour. Enjoy our plain, herb, cheese and brown butter hard pretzels. Soft pretzels are made daily. We also offer an array of regional pretzels. Tour hours and store hours are listed on our web site.

Jason’s Woods Haunted Attraction

99 Stehman Road, Lancaster, PA 17603, 717-872-5768

The Biggest just got BIGGER! Jason's Woods opens its 27th year with NEW takes on our unmatched collection of "7" favorite attractions plus, introducing The Paranormal Bus Tour! As always, fabulous pre-show entertainment including LIVE bands, and more! Visit Jason's Woods for the ultimate Halloween experience! Open weekends in October.

Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery

219 E. Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543, 717-626-4354

Tour America's First Commercial Pretzel Bakery and get a hands-on lesson in pretzel twisting. See the original brick ovens built in 1861 and learn about the long history of pretzel baking. Taste our fresh hot soft pretzels and unique flavors of hard pretzels baked by the Sturgis family.

Lancaster Archery Supply

2195-A Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602, 800-829-7408, 717-394-7229

Check out USA's Largest Archery-Only Pro Shop and Distributor. Discount prices on all your archery needs or shoot on our indoor ranges. Take lessons from the pros or shoot our Techno-Hunt Virtual Hunting Simulator. There's over 34,000 sq.ft. of Everything in Archery. Visit www.LancasterArchery.com for store hours.

Laserdome Entertainment Center

2050 Auction Rd., along Rt. 283 at the Rt. 230 Mt. Joy exit, Manheim, PA 17545, 717-492-0002

Laser tag, laser light shows, and the county's largest arcade - all part of the hi-tech fun at Laserdome. Our games are fun for everyone in your family ages 6 and up. Open late so you can play longer! Open Tuesday - Sunday.

Lil’ Country Store & Miniature Horse Farm

264 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-8237

Stop in and say Hello to the miniature horses at our Old Order Amish farm just outside Strasburg. They are gentle, friendly, and waiting to be petted. Saddle rides and cart rides are available. Our Li'l Country Store features many Amish hand-crafted products, including framed prints, quillows, birdhouses, and food products.

Make-A-Friend Workshop

Kitchen Kettle Village, 3529 Old Philadelphia Pike (Rt. 340), Intercourse, PA 17534, 717-768-0152

A cultural activity center where you discover, create and take home a treasure from Lancaster. Make an authentic Amish friend or build a wooden barn. Discover the Pennsylvania Dutch culture at hands-on activity stations and puppet show featuring Amish friends, Becca and Benuel! Rain or shine, it’s workshop time.

National Christmas Center

3427 Lincoln Highway East (U.S. Rt. 30), Paradise, PA 17562, 717-442-7950

Family Attraction/Museum: Life-sized indoor exhibits capture the magic of Christmas memories, history and traditions throughout the year! "Journey to Bethlehem" (total environmental experience); Explore TudorTowne animated storybook village, Santa's Workshop, Toyland train mountain (under a giant Christmas tree!), 1950's Woolworth's re-creation and more! Gift shop onsite. Handicap accessible/seating throughout.

National Toy Train Museum

P.O. Box 300, Paradise Lane, Strasburg, PA 17579, 717-687-8976

An extensive collection of toy trains from the mid-1800's to the present day. Five operating interactive train layouts, continuous toy train videos, research library, and a gift shop. Located close to many other railroad attractions and Amish farmlands.

National Watch & Clock Museum

514 Poplar Street, Columbia, PA 17512, 717-684-8261

Take a tour through the history of timekeeping, from early non-mechanical devices to today's atomic and radio controlled clocks. With over 12,000 items in its collection, this museum is the largest and most comprehensive horological collection in North America.

Quilt Museum at the Old Country Store

3510 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, PA 17534, 800-828-8218

"A Showcase of Quilts: Dazzling Contemporary Creations" showcases 21 contemporary quilts selected for their outstanding design, color, and workmanship. Also, includes educational exhibits about quilt making. Free admission. Our Museum Shoppe features outstanding one-of-a-kind folk objects and art pieces. Located above the historic Old Country Store. Open Mondays - Saturdays 9am - 5pm.

Rough and Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., Inc.

4977 Lincoln Hwy. East (Route 30), Kinzers, PA 17535, 717-442-4249

The most complete steam and gas shows around. See in operation and display antique tractor pulls, threshing, steam traction and stationary steam engines, large gas engines and hit and miss engines, tractors, construction equipment, our blacksmith shop and sawmill. Visit our model shop, antique car display, ride 2 steam railroads.

Village Greens Miniature Golf

1444 Village Road (Route 741), Strasburg, PA 17579, 717-687-6933

Challenging golf amid the natural beauty of wooded hillside gardens intertwined with dramatic waterways. Traditional challenges plus natural obstacles. Two courses cover 13 acres in a beautiful wooded setting. The foliage changes with the season. Not a typical miniature golf course! Afterward, enjoy old-fashioned milk shakes, hand-dipped ice cream, sandwiches.

Wonderland Mini-Golf

2249 Lincoln Hwy. East (Rt. 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-393-3679

Experience the challenge and fun of 18 holes of miniature golf! Whether you're an amateur or an expert on the greens, the whole family will enjoy an ice cream sundae at Par 3 Cafe' afterwards! Special rates for groups of 10 or more, and children 3 and under play FREE!

A is For Amish Buggy Rides

312 Paradise Lane, Ronks (Strasburg), PA 17572, 717-725-8664

Ride back in time and enjoy the beautiful Lancaster County countryside. Experience a taste of Amish country life. Our drivers will answer all your questions about our Amish Lifestyle. Amish buggies and spring wagons Three different rides available. Large groups welcome. Petting zoo. We hope to see you soon.

Amish Barn Buggy Rides

3029 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8886

Enjoy an Amish Buggy Ride through an all Amish area where a cluster of homes create an Amish village. You'll pass by the Blacksmith's Shop, the Buggy Factory, Amish School, Furniture Maker, Orchards, and impeccable Amish houses and farms. Experience the tranquility that these gentle people bring to life.

Amish Farm & House

2395 Lincoln Highway East (U.S. Route 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-394-6185

Come experience Lancaster’s Living Heritage at the country’s first Amish educational attraction. Explore our centuries-old 15-acre farm in the heart of PA Dutch Country. Lancaster’s premier Amish site…all in one location!

Amish Village

Route 896, Strasburg, PA 17579, GPS directions: 199 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks PA 17572, 717-687-8511

Experience the Amish way of life! After a guided tour of our 1840 farmhouse, stroll around our scenic 12-acre grounds. Explore a one-room schoolhouse, a barn with farm animals, and our Smokehouse Food Market. Meet and mingle with our Amish staff. We look forward to welcoming you to Lancaster County!

Biblical Tabernacle

Mennonite Information Center, 2209 Millstream Rd., Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-299-0954

Visit the full-size reproduction of Moses' Tabernacle in the Wilderness, designed from Biblical descriptions in the book of Exodus. Lecture tours explain the history and spiritual significance of this dwelling place of God among his people. Guests representing many faiths and cultures from all over the world have found this fascinating.

Buck Motorsports Park

900 Lancaster Pike, Quarryville, PA 17566, 717-859-4244, 800-344-7855

Powersports - for today's supercharged family! Our 38th year -- presenting the best motorsports entertainment at affordable family prices. Championship truck and tractor pulling, monster truck shows, mud bog events, demolition derbies, fireworks, tuff truck competitions, and more! Power, excitement and thrills to appeal to all motorsports fans! See You at the Buck!

Concerts at American Music Theatre

2425 Lincoln Highway East, (Rt. 30 across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA 17602, 800-648-4102, 717-397-7700

AMT is where music is alive! Don't miss the biggest concerts, Broadway tours and original shows live on stage year round. Call the box office or visit www.AMTshows.com to see what's going to be on stage when you're in town!

Corn Cob Acres: Fields of Fun

191 College Ave. (Lancaster County, immediately off the Mountville Exit of Rt. 30), Mountville, PA 17554, 717-285-7748

Corn Cob Acres: Field of Fun - where family memories grow! Our cornfield opens to reveal a park-like setting filled with kid friendly games and activities: family hayride, pumpkin patch, corn pit, barrel train ride, pedal kart tracks, and more! Food, Gift Shop, Free Parking. Open Saturdays 10am to 5pm, Sept. 15- Nov. 4.

Day Out With Thomas at Strasburg Rail Road

Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421

Take a 25-minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, rolling into Strasburg three times each year. In addition to a ride on the larger-than-life coal-burning steam train, enjoy a variety of activities for the entire family. Tickets are available at www.StrasburgRailRoad.com. Advance purchase is recommended.

Farmland Fun at Verdant View

429 Strasburg Rd., Paradise Twp., PA 17562, 717-687-7353, 1-888-321-8119

Experience life on a real working dairy and crop farm. This educational tour for adults & children includes interaction with a variety of farm animals and optional activities like hand milking a cow, bottle feeding a calf, and a wagon ride. Try the many hands on activities as a Farmer's Apprentice.

Field of Screams

191 College Avenue, Mountville, PA 17554, 717-285-7748

Presented by Schopf Bros. Farms in the heart of Lancaster County! Field of Screams opens for its 20th season offering three first-class haunted attractions: The Haunted Hayride, Den of Darkness Haunted House, and the Frightmare Asylum. Unique and terrifying fun. An affordable night out for the entire family! Free parking.

Hands-On House Children’s Museum of Lancaster

721 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-569-KIDS

There's so much to explore at the area's only museum where playing and learning go hand-in-hand. Not-for-profit museum features shared educational experiences that delight kids and parents alike. Self-directed exhibits for adults and children ages 2-10 to explore together. Exhibits include Marty's Machine Shop, E-I-E-I KNOW, Mostly Make-Believe, and more!

Herr’s Snack Factory Tour

271 Old Baltimore Pike, Nottingham, PA 19362, 800-63-SNACK

Enjoy Herr's FREE Snack Factory Tour. Sample tasty snacks, fresh and warm from our cookers. With guided tours, gift shop, Chipper's Café, video and more, Herr's offers families, schools and bus tours lots of fun! It's a day trip of free, educational fun you'll remember for a lifetime. Handicap/wheelchair accessible.



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