posted Sep 14, 2025

Things to Do with Family from Out of Town in Lancaster, PA

Lancaster has the perfect thing to do with your out of town visitors. No matter if you are an outdoor adventurer or a city goer.

Family visiting Lancaster County, for the day, the week, or just a weekend? Give your loved ones an experience visitors can't get anywhere else! Lancaster has the perfect things to do for you and your out-of-town guests.

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Amish

Places to Stay

Arts & History

Adventure

Shopping

Introduce Amish Culture

The Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County are America's oldest Amish settlement, where tens of thousands still live a centuries-old "Plain" lifestyle.

Take a horse and buggy ride and learn all about the Amish and their culture.

Take an immersive tour of farms and homes.

Dine at an Amish-owned restaurant.

EXPERIENCE THE AMISH

Places to Stay

If you don't have enough room in your house to fit extended family, Lancaster County has so many wonderful hotels and bed and breakfasts for them.

Lancaster Marriott | Located in the heart of downtown Lancaster
Hotel Rock Lititz | Music focused themed rooms
Eden Resort & Suites | Located conveniently off the highway
Lancaster Arts Hotel | Restored historic tobacco warehouse
Fulton Steamboat Inn | A hotel based on a riverboat inspiration
The Red Caboose Motel at Paradise Station | A unique to stay
The Wilbur Lititz | Historical and upscale
Hershey Farm Resort | Located in the heart of Amish Country
Stay down on a farm.

More Places to Stay

Experience the Arts & History

Lancaster was founded in 1729, making it home to a rich history; it was even the US Capital for a day, it was also apart of the Underground Railroad! Share the rich history of your hometown with your guests!

Tour where James Buchanan America's 15th President lived before he took office in 1828.
Explore the Germanic-style buildings and their historical exhibits at Ephrata Cloister.
Demuth Museum houses historic art pieces, many of which showcase Charles Demuth who was a master watercolorist and pioneer of the Precisionist style.
Create a piece of art at The PotteryWorks when you paint a masterpiece on a hand-crafted ceramic.
Peruse Gallery Row in Downtown Lancaster, they may even return home with a piece from our local artisans.
Try scrapbooking with Horst Arts.

Lancaster boasts a vibrant and thriving theatre scene, with a multitude of productions ranging from classic plays to modern interpretations.

FIND UPCOMING SHOWS

Where To Eat

Lancaster County is full of vibrant restaurants that will satisfy any cuisine you crave.

Head to one of our many coffee shops and cafes.

For a cold beverage - treat your guests to a local brew.

If you're interested in international dining then try out these great restaurants.

Cocina Mexicana for Mexican.
S prout for East Asian.
Rachel’s Café & Creperie if you're looking for French.
Yorgo’s for Mediterranean.
Luca for Italian
Southern Market for even more globally inspired cuisine.
And, of course, we have the best PA Dutch Dining around!

FIND RESTAURANTS

Adventure

Lancaster County has lots of adventures all year round.

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Farm experiences:

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Attractions

Shopping

Your guest visit to Lancaster wont be complete until they visit a farmers market!

Lancaster Central Market | Locally grown produce and local vendors with unique gifts and goods.
Bird-in-Hand Farmers Market | Family owned and operated for more than 30 years.
Green Dragon | Browse the offerings of over 400 local growers, merchants, and craftsmen.

Farmer's Market

Amish Countryside:

Downtown Shops:

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Find Adventure in 2025!

Get ready! Our new, 2025, Visitor Guide will be coming out soon! The FREE 2025 Lancaster County Visitors Guide to explore things to do, places to stay, where to eat, an events calendar, and exclusive coupons! Pre-order yours today!

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Pictured: Lancaster Balloon Rides

Credit: @jerzeedrones