Planning a full weekend in Lancaster County rather than just a single day trip? Here’s how to string together a Friday evening through Sunday visit that actually uses the time well.
Start Friday night settled into somewhere memorable, the Red Caboose Motel puts you right in the middle of train country, sleeping in a real caboose. Saturday, hit peak day with Strasburg Rail Road, Dutch Wonderland, or a guided Amish farm tour, then catch a show at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre that evening. Sunday, ease into the morning knowing some businesses close for the day, but Choo Choo Barn, the North Museum, and Wilbur Chocolate’s shop all stay open for a relaxed final day before heading home.
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Lancaster County’s most unique and iconic motel, restaurant and gift shop, serving our area for over 50 years! Sleep in a caboose, eat in a train car, shop and play and watch the Strasburg Rail Road’s steam engines go right by our front porch. The perfect stop for all ages!
The Red Caboose Motel at Paradise Station
312 Paradise Lane
Steam through Amish country. Enjoy 45 minutes aboard a real steam train. Enjoy authentic trains and railroaders, shops, dining and other fun extras at the historic East Strasburg Station. Check schedules and additional information at www.StrasburgRailRoad.com. All Aboard!
301 Gap Road (Route 741 East)
The Amish Experience is a complete interpretive center focusing on Amish culture and heritage. Completely surrounded by Amish farmland along Route 340, the experience offers “Jacob’s Choice” in the Amish Experience multi-media Theater, guided walking tours of an Amish House & School, and guided bus tours of the Amish farmland.
Amish Experience: Theater, Homestead, & Farm Tours
3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Route 340)
Voted #3 in USA TODAY 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards. Make memories that last a lifetime with the hottest Broadway musicals, concerts and children’s shows. Your unique entertainment experience begins with a delectable meal followed by a captivating performance that will have you applauding for an encore.
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Ride like the Amish with a Horse and Buggy. Visit working Amish farms. Several ride options available, including Private Rides!
Visit WebsiteOver 5,000 porcelain and vinyl dolls, clothing, furniture, and accessories.
Visit WebsiteStep into Alice’s Diner – where backyard comfort meets exceptional flavor! Where great food and great company come together, 7 days a week.
Visit WebsiteOnly officially designated “Heritage Site” Amish house tour and school.
Visit WebsiteTour Package Savings on Amish Farmlands tour, “Jacob’s Choice” show, and Amish house & school tour.
Visit WebsitePersonally meet Amish at milking time, at work, at home.
Visit WebsiteTour the Amish Countryside, then enjoy an authentic all-you-care-to-eat meal served family style meal in an Amish home.
Visit WebsiteAmish Experience is a complete interpretive center focusing on Amish culture and heritage.
Visit WebsiteOffering fun and educational experiences for everyone to enjoy – family memories in the making since 1955!
Visit WebsiteTour the scenic back roads of Amish Country. Find out how the Amish live today on a guided bus tour!
Visit WebsiteEnjoy our popular Backroads Bus Tour past working Amish farms.
Visit WebsiteExperience the Amish way of life with a tour of an authentic Amish homestead.
Visit WebsiteBack Nine Golf: Lancaster PA’s 24/7 indoor golf simulator in Rockvale Outlets. Play world-class courses on Full Swing technology.
Visit WebsiteShopping/Food Tour – 40+ unique businesses! Numerous discounts included!
Visit WebsiteExperience total relaxation at Lancaster’s unique Tropical Spa.
Visit WebsiteCome & Play! Lancaster’s only indoor inflatable park and arcade.
Visit WebsiteEnjoy seasonal, scratch-made fare for dine-in, take-out, or dining on the steam train. Fun setting for lunch or dinner.
Visit WebsiteStep into nostalgia at Candy*ology Lititz and enjoy retro soda and candy like a kid again.
Visit WebsiteDine aboard a real train car. Perfect for families, groups and more!
Visit WebsiteCharlamay’s offers crafty items, barnwood furniture, birdhouses, frames pictures, candles, flowers, and so much more.
Visit WebsiteThe Amazing Maize Maze, plus 50 Farm Activities for all ages.
Visit WebsiteGigantic model train display – 22 operating trains, 150 animated figures.
Visit WebsiteDiscover the fun at our Fall Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch! Escape room, wagon rides, kids’ corn maze, more. Fun for all!
Visit WebsiteRide aboard a full-sized, steam-powered Thomas the Tank Engine™.
Visit WebsiteLocated in his former home and studio, the Demuth Museum preserves the art of Charles Demuth (1883-1935).
Visit WebsiteLive musicals and entertainment. Buffet Friday/Saturday. American Buffet Sunday.
Visit WebsiteWith over 35 rides and attractions, it’s a Kingdom for Kids!
Visit WebsiteEnigma Escape Rooms offer a fully immersive escape room experience designed for friends, families, and team building.
Visit WebsiteWe have 4 different Escape Rooms where you or your group work together to try and solve them in a 1-hour time frame.
Visit WebsiteEnjoy lunch, ice cream, specialty treats, local items to buy and watch ice cream being made!
Visit WebsiteNightly ghost tours in Lancaster City and in Strasburg.
Visit WebsiteDiscover what it means to be Amish in unique theater.
Visit WebsiteOver 100 local artists sell their handcrafted works, vintage, and antiques.
Visit Website“Best Outdoor Christmas Display”. Amazing fun for the entire family!
Visit WebsiteEasy to Plan, Easy to Play. Reserve ahead or walk in. Perfect for small or large groups. A local favorite for fun.
Visit WebsiteLancaster’s favorite* shooting range, store, and training center. (*2018 LNP voting)
Visit WebsiteDiscover 360,000+ specimens and interactive exhibits at North Museum – three floors of science exploration await!
Visit WebsiteHold, feed miniature farm animals while you experience an Amish farm.
Visit WebsiteJoin us in August for our Annual Sunflower Fest! Featuring over 15 varieties of beautiful sunflowers and wildflowers spread out over 3 acres!
Visit WebsiteAll Aboard The Barnyard Express Train Ride and enjoy a beautiful tour of our family farm!
Visit WebsiteFun with friends or family. Paint your own masterpiece.
Visit WebsiteOne of Central PA’s top 10 consignment shops. Brand-name clothing and accessories for the whole family.
Visit WebsiteZiplines, escape rooms and other exciting outdoor activities. Evenings & Sundays too!
Visit WebsiteEverything for model railroaders – specializing in detail parts and scenery.
Visit WebsiteThe Largest Pet Store You’ve Ever Seen! Thousands of Fish and Pets!
Visit WebsiteHundreds of handmade quilts and other items from Amish, Mennonite and other local artisans.
Visit WebsiteFree ice cream samples. Create your own ice cream flavor.
Visit WebsiteVariety of chocolate specialties made in our kitchen. Find the perfect Wilbur Buds gift for any occasion.
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