Lancaster

Lancaster is a charming destination in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country where you can learn about Amish culture and heritage. Explore the scenic countryside, visit historic towns and villages, and participate in a wide range of attractions, events, and activities for people of all ages and interests. It has a long history, beginning as the state capital from 1799 to 1812, but it is now known for its Amish community.

Lancaster is best explored without a plan, so you can take in the countryside and Amish life as you pass working farms and buggies on the road. Fresh produce is available at the Lancaster Central Market in Penn Square. It is one of the country's oldest public markets, where you can buy fresh baked goods, flowers, meats, and cheese from vendors who have been there since the early 1700s. Stop by the Mennonite Information Center or schedule a guided tour to learn more about the area and the Amish community. You can take a tour of an Old Order Amish home and farm at the Amish Farm and House. You can also take the Lancaster County Art Gallery Trail, which begins in Lancaster, and spend the day visiting galleries that feature pottery, paintings, and handmade crafts.