Downtown Lancaster, PA - A City Authentic

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Treasures Old and New- Discovering Lancaster County

From railroad rides to Rhubarb pies, musical acts to fresh-made snacks, and downtown shows to hand-stitched clothes— look no further than Lancaster County.

Whether you’re hoping for a relaxing day in the countryside, a fun afternoon in one of our charming towns, or an exciting evening in Lancaster City, your destination is nestled in beautiful Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

So, why Lancaster? We’ve got a few ideas.

Dutch Wonderland

With over 30 fun-filled rides, Duke’s Lagoon water play area, and live entertainment, Dutch Wonderland is the place “Where Kids RULE!”

Kingdom Coaster is the wooden roller coaster located at Dutch Wonderland near Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Dutch Wonderland is a 48-acre amusement park just east of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, appealing primarily to families with small children. The park's theme is a "Kingdom for Kids."

Hop aboard Dutch Wonderland's Carousel and hang out with Duke the Dragon

The Outlets

If you’re looking for bargain shopping at its finest, you’ve come to the right place. Lancaster County is full of outlet stores offering great prices on merchandise from top manufacturers and distributors.

Rockvale Outlets in Lancaster, PA features over 90 stores. Come and enjoy a day of shopping at our premium outlet mall

Central Market

The country's oldest farmers' market, in the heart of Amish country occupies a beautiful 120 year old red brick building chock-full of local character. Regional food specialties include Pennsylvania Dutch sausage, scrapple, and headcheese. Open Tuesdays and Fridays, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturdays, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Central Market, also known as Lancaster Central Market, is a historic public market located in Penn Square, in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Until 2005, the market was the oldest municipally-operated market in the United States.

Sight & Sound

Sight & Sound Theatre is the largest faith-based live theatre in the country and has been described as "Christian Broadway." Last year, nearly a million people from around the world came to experience a production at one of Sight & Sound's theatres in Lancaster County, PA., and Branson, MO. The Lancaster County location is one of the top three theatre destinations in the country.

Get discounted rooms when you book for a Thursday!

Journey back through time and relive the golden splendor and pride of ancient Egypt, the poverty and oppression of the Hebrew slaves and the humble, broken man that God raised up to become their deliverer.

Lancaster Barnstormers

The Lancaster Barnstormers are an American professional baseball team based in Lancaster, PA, with the home field of Clipper Magazine Stadium in historic Downtown Lancaster.

Upcoming Games

The Lancaster Barnstormers are an American professional baseball team based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They are a member of the Freedom Division of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball.

The Lancaster Barnstormers' official mascot is an anthropomorphic, red cow named Cylo. He wears the team's home jersey with striped socks and retro-style sneakers. Cylo debuted on March 4, 2005 at the Mascot Roller Mill in the Lancaster County village of Mascot. His name in full is Cyloicious L. Barnstormer, alluding to Hall of Fame pitcher Cy Young and to the silo, representing the county's agricultural heritage.[50] The mascot was designed by the Raymond Entertainment Group, which also produces the Phillie Phanatic's costume.

Lancaster Barnstormers on the field versing the York Revolution.

1st Friday - Lancaster City

There’s nothing like a First Friday in Lancaster! Join in Lancaster’s highly popular arts extravaganza each and every First Friday, 5 to 9 pm. You’ll be swept up in the creative energy that pervades the city.

About First Friday There's nothing like a First Friday in Lancaster! Join in Lancaster's highly popular arts extravaganza each and every First Friday.

Live musicians playing all around the city.

First Friday is a celebration of culture and diversity. Live bands, DJs, dancing, arts, and entertainment flood the streets and clubs.

Strasburg Railroad

Enjoy a day in Pennsylvania Dutch Country filled with train rides, museum attractions, picnic groves, souvenir shopping, and plenty of countryside sightseeing. All aboard for fun!

The Strasburg Rail Road is the oldest continuously operating railroad in the western hemisphere and the oldest public utility in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Your journey starts with a 45-minute train ride on America's oldest short-line railroad - circa 1832. Travel when you want, how you want.

Are you wizard enough to beat the classic game while the train taunts you with her own unpredictable tilt? Housed inside an authentically restored wooden passenger car, the Pinball Pendolino features 12 vintage pinball machines, allowing passengers to test their skill (and luck) navigating the playfield as the massive steam train chugs to Paradise, PA and back.

Lancaster Convention Center

An extraordinary gem of a facility set in a city rich with authentic tradition and sophistication, the Lancaster County Convention Center and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square offers the very latest in meeting, conference and event amenities, technology, and visitor experience.

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