Strasburg

Slip back in time as you drive alongside horses and buggies, past picturesque Amish farms, and past charming homes. Strasburg, perhaps Pennsylvania's most enchanting town, provides the ideal setting for a leisurely day trip or a much-needed weekend getaway. Strasburg, which entices visitors with its charming beauty, has a rich history dating back to the founding of the town in 1693 by Frenchman Pierre Bezaillion. Strasburg was an important stagecoach stop and trading center in the 1700s and 1800s, and elements from those eras still define the small-town existence.

Plan a trip on the Strasburg Railroad to see thousands of acres of farmland while riding on an authentic locomotive that was once used in passenger rail and freight. After your train ride, visit the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania or the National Toy Train Museum to learn more about the locomotive industry. Strasburg is in Amish country, so you can spend some time there admiring the peaceful culture. Visit The Amish Village to see how daily chores are handled, or Ed's Buggy Rides for a three-mile ride in an Amish buggy. You can spend a day outside on the farm at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm, where you can try a corn maze and see daily life on a working farm.