Five Reasons Why Your Next Trip Should be to Lancaster County
Lancaster County is the perfect place for your next vacation. There’s something for every generation to enjoy, regardless of your interests. Here are our top 5 reasons why you should add Lancaster County to your “must-see” list.
The PA Dutch Lifestyle: Living amongst the Amish oftentimes seems like it would be impossible from the eyes of a non Lancaster native. In all honesty, Amish lifestyle blends right into mainstream culture with such ease, most can’t imagine a life without the Amish. For many locals, the Amish are where they buy their meat, produce, and delicious baked goods all year long. To learn about how Amish and English culture blend, take a tour with us.
The Food: Lancaster County has a wide array of dishes for all kinds of palates. Amish and English alike, love local spots like: Lancaster Central Market, Roots Market, and our very own Amish BBQ Barn. From whoopie pies to empanadas to craft beers, there’s something here for everyone and you are certain to leave well fed. You can’t leave Lancaster without trying an Amish soft pretzel!
The Views: Between farmlands, hiking trails, and 29 historic covered bridges, the views in Lancaster County are unforgettable. Even taking the scenic route home on Route 340 and 896 will provide you with a beautiful sightseeing experience. You can see one of the 29 covered bridges by visiting our farm!
Fun For the Entire Family: Our museum is fun for the entire family! For families with younger children we recommend our Farm Animal Fun Tour, where you can learn about each individual animal on the farm and even feed them. For families with older children, the 1805 Historic House Tour and Countryside Bus Tour. Other family friendly activities include: Dutch Wonderland Amusement Park, Sturgis Pretzel Factory, and Strasburg Railroad.
The Arts and Culture: Downtown Lancaster has a vibrant, must-see arts scene. The Fulton Theater is the oldest operating theater in the country and puts on various shows throughout the year. Additionally, there are many art galleries to explore in Lancaster such as, Lancaster Museum of Art and Gallery Row.
No matter where you are from, how old you are, or what you’re interested in, there is something in Lancaster County for everyone! We hope to see you soon!