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Amish & PA Dutch Countryside

Pennsylvania Amish Country is a picturesque landscape that must be witnessed in person to be fully appreciated.

Rolling hills with lush grasses and crops, farms with windmills dotting the horizon, and horse and buggies sharing the road remind you that things are simpler here in Lancaster County.

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Amish horse & buggy trotting along the road in Lancaster County, PA
Photo Credit: Discover Lancaster / Gabe McMullen

Visiting the Pennsylvania Amish in Lancaster County

Check out some of the awesome places to stay and eat, things to do, and more to start planning your trip to Lancaster...

a family rides in an Amish horse-drawn buggy through farmland on an Amish tour in Lancaster, PA

The Amish & Mennonite may look the same, but there are some notable differences!

Amish men and visitors gather around the stage during an auction at a Mud Sale in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Amish Mud Sales in Lancaster County, PA

An assortment of Amish village hats.

Learn About the Amish

Who are the Amish? What do they believe, and what's their day-to-day life like? What is the difference between Amish & Mennonite? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you read about this unique community and the people who call Lancaster, PA home.

A Strasburg railroad attraction at night.

Explore Strasburg

Explore the historic town of Strasburg, filled with train-centric attractions, farmland fun, and Sight & Sound Theatres, all surrounded by picturesque countryside. This charming village features boutique shops and local cafes and restaurants along with five notable railroading attractions for train lovers young and old.

The outside of the Tanger Outlets showing a few shops in Lancaster, PA.

Shopping & Family Fun

Many attractions on the Rt. 30 corridor focus on the cultural Lancaster County and PA Amish, like the Amish Farm & House and Dutch Haven. If you're in for some family thrills, Dutch Wonderland is along this stretch, featuring over 35 rides & attractions, and Tanger Outlets & Shops @ Rockvale have bargains on your favorite brands.

Two hot air balloons floating in the sky in Bird-in-Hand, PA.

The town of Bird-in-Hand

Located along the AAA scenic byway stretch of Route 340, Bird-in-Hand is home to bakeries, a farmers market, shops, and more. Treat yourself to a delicious PA Dutch dinner at Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant and catch a show at their theater. If you want to see the farmland from a mile high, the US Hot Air Balloon Team offers hot air balloon rides daily.

A group of people enjoying a horse and buggy tour of Intercourse, PA.

The town of Intercourse

The Town of Intercourse is home to some of the county's best shopping, from the shops of Kitchen Kettle Village and Smucker Village to the quilt and fabric shops along the main street. Discover handmade crafts, locally made jellies, jams, and relishes, and home decor items for every room of your house.

An employee working at a factor in the New Holland borough.

Around New Holland Borough

Visit this quiet town known for its attractive community, Factory Tour, pitch-n-putt golf course, public pool and special arboretum park. Along with its many amenities, it remains a major industrial center of the county, while retaining a mix of businesses, motels, B&Bs and shops as well as varied and attractive residential neighborhoods.

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a family rides in an Amish horse-drawn buggy through farmland on an Amish tour in Lancaster, PA

The Amish & Mennonite may look the same, but there are some notable differences!

a Buggie passes farmlands in Lancaster County

Enjoy our country roads while sharing the road responsibility.

white exterior of an Amish home and rolling hills in Lancaster

It’s more than just slow-paced and hardworking.

Bring the Amish Culture to your kitchen with these easy to recreate recipes!

Check out some of the awesome places to stay and eat, things to do, and more to start planning your trip to Lancaster...

A horse and buggy ride down a gorgeous Amish country back road. Photo Credit: DiscoverLancaster.com / Brian Evans

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