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Lots of options for a great family getaway in Lancaster County

In Lancaster County – the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country – families can explore the nation's original Amish community and so much more.

For a fun introduction to the Plain culture, try one of the area's interpretive attractions like the Amish Village, the Amish Experience, or the Amish Farm & House, then journey along picturesque backroads in an Amish buggy with folks like Abe's Buggy Rides, Aaron & Jessica's Buggy Rides, or AAA Buggy Rides.

Enjoy the beautiful rolling farmland in a different way with a ride on the Strasburg Rail Road, the oldest shortline in the country. Take a break from the rails mid-trip, as the train stops at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm, with its Amazing Maize Maze and 50+ other great farm activities. After pulling back into the SRR station, simply cross the street to enjoy the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, an incredible collection of historic locomotives and vintage railroad cars rated among the best in the world.

Lancaster is also home to Dutch Wonderland, one of the top children's amusement parks for kids 2-10; the inspirational faith-based stories at Sight & Sound Theatres; and thematic fun at the Turkey Hill Experience, with its interactive story of their famous ice cream & teas and make-your-own opportunities in its Taste Lab.

There's even more fun to be had at the Lancaster Science Factory (including its super cool Sky Bridge!), or taking in a Lancaster Stormers
pro baseball game, or at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum
– for an authentic immersion in early Pennsylvania German life (1740-1940). Enjoy some bowling & retro arcade games at Decades, or get exploring via zipline, bike, or tube.

The younger set especially will also have a ball at places like Hands-On House, Barnyard Kingdom, Choo Choo Barn, Tiny Town, and Go ‘N Bananas.

All that activity is sure to build up an appetite, so dig in to some traditional PA Dutch fare at venues such as Miller’s or Hershey Farm, or thematic dining in a treehouse, train, or the ‘50s!

To rest up for the next day's activities, enjoy the wonderful family amenities of the Eden Resort & Suites (with its great outdoor rec area & pool cabanas) or the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn. For a different type of stay, try a working farm B&B – where you can help with the chores – like Rocky Acre, Verdant View, or Olde Fogie. And don’t forget the Cartoon Network Hotel – the only one of its kind in the world.

Visitors are likely to find they can afford to do all this and more over a few days time, as vacation dollars go farther in Lancaster with loads of vacation packages, discount coupons, and value-priced attractions.