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30 Exciting Lancaster, PA, Activities to Try for a Fun Vacation

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30 Exciting Lancaster, PA, Activities to Try for a Fun Vacation

Introduction - Well known for its Amish communities and rural charm, Lancaster is home to a plethora of attractions travelers can visit...

 
 
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Attend a performance at the Fulton Opera House

Activity 1 - Opened in 1852 and also known as the Fulton Theatre, the Fulton Opera House is another of the best places...

 
 
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Purchase local produce at Lancaster Central Market

Activity 2 - Situated in Penn Square in Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster Central Market is a historic Pennsylvania landmark, having been in the state...

 
 

Tour the Amish Farm and House

Activity 3 - One of the attractions in Lancaster, PA, that you can't miss is the Amish Farm and House, also known as...

 
 
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Wander around Kitchen Kettle Village

Activity 4 - Kitchen Kettle Village is a charming Pennsylvania Dutch shopping village with stores and restaurants. Shops to visit include jewelry and...

 
 
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Go to the Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum

Activity 5 - If you want to learn more about rural life in Pennsylvania, plan a trip to the Landis Valley Village ...

 
 

Plan a trip to Philadelphia

Activity 6 - Philadelphia is one of the most well-known cities in Pennsylvania and is close to Lancaster, making it a fun place...

 
 
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Ride along the Strasburg Rail Road

Activity 7 - One of the most memorable and fun things to do near Lancaster is riding the Strasburg Rail Road. This heritage...

 
 

Drive around Lancaster on a covered bridges tour

Activity 8 - Lancaster has many beautiful covered bridges, and an excellent way to see them is by going on a covered bridges...

 
 
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Have a fun family day out at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

Activity 9 - Cherry Crest Adventure Farm is an exciting family-friendly attraction that offers many activities and is about 20 minutes from Lancaster...

 
 
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Try shoofly pie at Dutch Haven

Activity 10 - Shoofly pie is a traditional Pennsylvania Dutch dessert featuring a molasses filling, crumble topping, and a buttery crust. If you're...

 
 

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