You won’t be bored in downtown Lancaster! A walkable city filled with live theatres, art galleries, farmers markets, ice cream shops, a former President’s home, lots of history, museums, a VR lounge, minor league baseball team, interactive craft experiences, and more… there’s plenty of attractions for young and old!
What is there to do in downtown Lancaster, PA? There’s history, shopping, fine art galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, live shows, places to go with kids, Central Market (USA’s oldest continually-operated public farmers’ market), parks, coffee shops, colleges, and so much more. Check out our detailed list of activities in Lancaster city »
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Located in his former home and studio, the Demuth Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of modernist painter Charles Demuth (1883-1935) and his groundbreaking art through unique exhibitions and educational programs. The museum‘s permanent collection contains over 55 Demuth artworks from throughout the artist‘s career, which rotates on display.
120 East King Street
Spark your curiosity with a trip to North Museum of Nature and Science. With over 360k specimens and 15,000 sq feet of exhibit space over three floors, there are hours of natural science exploration and discovery. Enjoy engaging exhibits and fun, hands-on activities in an immersive, informal learning environment.
400 College Avenue
Big Laughs. Live. From pilgrims to pop culture, three fearless performers race through American history in rapid-fire, laugh-out-loud comedy. No textbooks. No tests. Just comedy in full swing. April 17 – May 3. Tickets on sale now.
Complete History of America (Abridged) at Prima Theatre
941 Wheatland Avenue, Suite A, Lancaster, PA
Tiny Town is the original and largest indoor playtown in the area! Children can explore 12 luxury playhouses; slide down a firefighter pole, check an x-ray in our hospital, deliver mail, and more. Daily bubble dance parties, birthday parties, and so much more. Kids will go wild with imagination in 8,000 square feet of fun!
Tiny Town – Big Fun for Little People
533 Janet Avenue
Escape Room Lancaster has 4 different themed Escape Rooms where groups work together to try and solve the puzzles in a 1-hour time frame. The current rooms are Atlantis, 1970s Groovy Heist, Dracula’s Castle, and the Dino Lab, offering various levels of challenge and difficulty.
1018 N. Christian Street
Gather your courage and scare up some fun on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Lancaster or Strasburg! Venture into the night to discover the true stories and real haunted houses that lurk in the shadows of PA Dutch Country! Reservations required. Check our website for current schedule.
Ghost Tours of Lancaster & Strasburg
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Various unique Lancaster City guided walking tours: Sweet & Savory Tour, History & Craft Beer Tour, and Dive Bars Tour.
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