Local Attractions & Things to Do
Lancaster County, PA
Here are suggestions of places to visit and things to do in Lancaster County, PA.
Tiny Town is Lancaster's most unique indoor play space for children! An interactive, play-based center; kids can explore 12 luxury playhouses with all the accessories. The Philadelphia location is coming the summer of 2024. It's a great place for birthday parties and they host all sorts of fun special events. Kids Night Out, Summer Camp, Barky Bash, Spring Eggstravaganza and more!
Hands-on House Children's Museum
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids learn and making sure they have lots of fun in the process! The museum is designed for children ages 2-10. Adults and children learn and play together.
Get more information and tickets here.
Our family loves to head over to the Strasburg Railroad for their authentic steam train rides through Lancaster County’s famous Amish Country. Sit back and relax as you travel through 2,500 acres of the picturesque countryside. Choose your preferred accommodation from the President’s Car, First Class, Dining, Open Air, or Coach. Celebrate Easter with a train ride. Kids are sure to be delighted with a special surprise as the Easter Bunny greets them on board. Get your tickets here!
Enjoy over 35 rides, attractions, and shows at Dutch Wonderland! Cool off in Duke’s Lagoon water play area and make discoveries at Exploration Island, where dinosaurs come to life! Join us for an adventure on Merlin’s Mayhem, the park’s first suspended coaster. Dutch Wonderland is designed for families with young children in mind and offers a host of fun things to see and do.
Taken from his people, Daniel is exiled far from home in the powerful kingdom of Babylon. Now this faithful servant must navigate his new life inside a palace filled with golden statues and shifting empires. From the fiery furnace to the infamous den of lions, DANIEL is a spectacular theatrical experience for the whole family. Get your tickets here!
There are so many great shows for the 2024 season. Check out the AMT website for more information and ticket purchasing. There's a show for everyone. Some coming up are Jo Dee Messina, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan, Boyz II Men, Lee Brice, Dwight Yoakam, Masters of Illusion, The Oak Ridge Boys and more! Join their email list on their website to stay up to date with all upcoming performances and shows.
Featuring: Amish-made items, apparel, baked goods, books, candy, collectibles, crafts, fabrics, flowers, food items, Hex signs, Holiday, home furnishings, jewelry, music, quilts, shoes, sporting goods, and toys.
Open: Friday only 8 AM -8 PM
Experience 40+ unique shops, restaurants & lodging. Kitchen Kettle Village is a place for sharing laughter, carving out family time, and relishing a Lancaster, PA hospitality experience all rolled into one quaint, walkable village of local cooks, quilters, and shopkeepers looking forward to your visit.
Cheers to celebrating 70 years from August 1st-3rd join in the special celebration. Details here!
Other PA Attractions & Things to Do
Here are suggestions of places to visit and things to do all over PA but more local to the eastern part.
America's Largest Free Admission Amusement Park. Free Parking. Free Entertainment. Free Picnic Facilities. Featuring over 60 rides and attractions for people of all ages to enjoy! Delicious food too! Location in Elysburg, PA within the heart of the beautiful Susquehanna River Valley. Opening Day is April 27, 2024! Buy passes here! Our family usually purchases the $20 packs of ride tickets at a discount at participating Weis Markets. They never expire and can be used any time you go.
The Wanamaker, Kempton & Southern is a small tourist railroad located in the northern tip of Berks County, Pennsylvania. The railroad runs on three and a half miles of track that were once part of the Schuylkill & Lehigh branch of the Reading Company system. They feature a variety of events throughout the year such as the Easter Bunny Train, Bow Wow Express, Pumpkin Patch Train and the Santa Claus Express.
Purchase your Easter Bunny train tickets now for the weekend of March 23rd-24th.
Located in Langhorne, PA near Philadelphia, Sesame Place is a fun amusement park for kids and adults alike. They have special themed events as well as shows & parades, rides, attractions and more. Sesame Place Philadelphia has partnered with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards to become the first theme park in the world designated as Certified Autism Center. Get more details and your tickets here!
One of the world’s great gardens, Longwood’s story is one of legacy, innovation, and stewardship. Our Gardens are a living expression of all that our founder, Pierre S. du Pont, found inspiring, meaningful, and beautiful. From the intricate fountain systems to the meticulous gardens to the architectural grandeur, awe-inspiring discoveries await at every turn.
Located in Kennett Square, PA Longwood Gardens is where you can explore nearly 200 acres of lush, formal gardens, open meadows and windin
The largest amusement park in PA located in Hershey. Complete with 15 thrilling roller coasters & a larger-than-life water park, welcomes guests from around the world to experience Hersheypark Happy® all year long!
Enjoy the 4 seasons at Hersheypark Happy with Spring Weekends, Summer Season, Hersheypark Halloween and Hersheypark Christmas Candylane.
Driving through the darkened countryside and coming over that last hill on the unlit country road is like driving into a fairyland. Suddenly you find yourself in a dazzling valley set aglow with more than one million Christmas lights adorning buildings, gift barns, and landscape. Tickets are purchased at the gate upon your arrival. Plan your trip for 2024! Opening day will be announced later in 2024. Stay tuned.