Lancaster County's unique heritage and rich history is tucked into a variety of interactive attractions, from hands-on Amish homesteads and museums to restaurants, walking tours, theatres and more. You'll also find history lining the streets or our towns and villages, and spanning the countryside in the form of covered bridges.
Learn a little about the culture of PA Dutch Country - and have fun while you're at it! Start by watching a heritage & history video, and for more information on specific Lancaster County heritage attractions, click the links below.
717-569-0401
Largest Pennsylvania Dutch Living History Farm & Village in the country, interpreting German Heritage from 1740-1940, including tours and traditional craft demonstrations.
800-510-5899
An interactive journey through dramatization that takes you back to the time of the Underground Railroad.
800-737-5500
Featuring the beauty of the seasons with acres of outdoor and indoor displays and fountains.
717-656-7616
The Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler family home offer a window to early American milling, housekeeping, and family life.
800-858-8320
We provide authentic information on Amish and Mennonite faith and culture with maps and brochures of the area. Ask about our step-on-guide custom tours.
877-9TRAIN9
Enjoy an 11-mile train ride along the Swatara Creek while learning the history of the area.
717-442-7950
Walk through amazing life-sized exhibits celebrating the history and traditions of the holiday, then enjoy a light meal in the Cafe.
866-258-4729
The National Civil War Museum is the first museum of its kind - a place where you can experience the multitude of human experiences that made up the Civil War.
717-684-8261
Experience a fun and fascinating journey into the world of timekeeping, beautifully illustrated by more than 12,000 treasures of time.
717-291-3941
Generating excitement and curiosity about natural history, science and technology and offering something for everyone.
800-828-8218
This exquisite museum features antique Amish and Mennonite quilts and decorative arts.
717-392-8721 X222
The historic house museum of the 15th President of the United States, James Buchanan, the only bachelor president and only one from Pennsylvania.
717-687-8628
Discover the colorful history and dramatic technology of Pennsylvania's railroad industry.
877-393-8345
Guided Segway tours of downtown Lancaster. Explore - Learn - Smile!
610-488-6241
Exhibit that spans more than 200 years in time and lets you see, in exquisite miniature, how people lived and worked in pioneer days.
717-548-2679
Early home of pioneer steamship builder, artist, inventor and engineer.
717-392-7223
The historic 18th century home of General Edward Hand remains an authentic example of refined country living.
717-787-4979
Four floors of exhibits about Pennsylvania's story from the beginning of time to the present.
717-687-7522
Fun train ride through Amish Country. Enjoy shops, dining and activities at the station. All aboard!
717-442-1037
America was invented in our front yard at the crossroads of the old Indian trails. Deeded by William Penn.
717-684-4325
Outstanding collection of early 18th-century Philadelphia furniture and English accessories predating 1750, in a 1738 stone house.
Celebrate the holidays and make special memories. Santa's Paradise Express will pull into the station December 12-14 and 19-21, bringing the magic of the season to thousands of families who believe. You'll be warmed by potbelly stoves as carolers, musicians and Santa himself will stroll from car to car. Pre-purchase tickets 717-687-7522 or strasburgrailroad.com.
Great overnight deals enable you to wake up in Lancaster County, where magnificent mornings are just the beginning of fun for the whole family!
