Best Tourist Attractions in Lancaster, PA [Ranked by Locals]

The Lanc Local team analyzed 22,212 local reviews and metrics to find the best tourist attractions Lancaster, PA has to offer. We rank businesses according to their Bayesian average rating — to prevent rankings from being overly influenced by businesses with only a few reviews.

Top Tourist Attractions

Near Lancaster, PA

Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater: Paradise Dinner Theaters

Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater

4.9

★★★★★

(1,188 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"Unexpectedly and excellent show! The Magician and his staff were fantastic and we were in awe by the magic tricks! The two little boys were adorable. Our server was nice. We did not get food, so I can't speak for that part. The rope magic trick to purchase, be VERY careful. Ours broke within minute...

Paradise
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm: Ronks Pumpkin Patches

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

4.8

★★★★★

(2,671 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"I can't describe the scenery I have seen in words. This is the biggest and most interesting farm I have ever been to, with dozens of amusement projects and contact with animals. You can still see the train."...

Ronks
Lititz Springs Park: Lititz Parks

Lititz Springs Park

4.8

★★★★★

(2,618 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"This was a beautiful park. There are grills near the boy scout pavilion, many other pavilions besides, plenty of swings and slides, lots of space for kids to run around, trees providing shade everywhere, a free parking lot, a lovely man-made creek and lake, tons of ducks to feed in the water, and r...

Lititz
Old Windmill Farm: Ronks Tourist Attractions

Old Windmill Farm

4.9

★★★★★

(1,098 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"My family and I booked the Amish Farm Fun Combo! This has definitely been the highlight of our vacation! The Lapp Family was so professional, kind, patient and knowledgeable! We enjoyed our horse guided hayride tour of the farm, feeding and petting their animals, gathering eggs, working in the gard...

Ronks
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania: Strasburg Rail Museums

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

4.8

★★★★★

(2,457 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"Great museum. Most of the displays are closed off but there are a few that you're able to go inside. Great assortment of railroad history. The staff we spoke with were extremely friendly and loved to talk about trains. Staff was able to point you to items you may be interested in. There are train...

Strasburg
The Pinnacle Overlook: Holtwood Scenic Spots

The Pinnacle Overlook

4.9

★★★★★

(966 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"A great drive and awesome view from the overlook area. Nice place to relax and have picnic. Great drive through Lancaster country roads and Amish village to reach here. Pack your lunch or snacks before getting here. Look out for small local sellers in front of their houses. In fact we bought some g...

Holtwood
Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area: Stevens Visitor Centers

Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area

4.8

★★★★★

(1,547 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"The park is beautiful!!! A ton of parking! The kids and I are doing the “Go Lancaster” and it was hard to find the trail since we never been to this park before. The instructions wasn’t very clear!! But asking around did help a lot and having a map of the park REALLY helps us. Once we found ...

Stevens
Lancaster Central Market: Lancaster Farmers' Markets

Lancaster Central Market

4.7

★★★★★

(5,893 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"I love this market. There are so many good finds there. It's a great place for gifts, vegetables, plants and baked goods. The vendors are friendly. We bought some Everything Cheddar Bagels that were delicious." - Lynn J....

Lancaster
Strasburg Rail Road: Ronks

Strasburg Rail Road

4.7

★★★★★

(4,466 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"While in Pennsylvania, we took our grandson to ride the steam train. It was a great ride and we all enjoyed it. We chose the open air to get a great view of the beautiful countryside. He loved seeing the steam, the train whistle, the conductors in uniform, and the switching of the engine from on...

Ronks
Mount Hope Estate & Winery: Manheim Wine Bars

Mount Hope Estate & Winery

4.7

★★★★★

(3,846 Reviews)

Locals' choice

Featured review:

"Must Try!! Been to Mount Hope many times with groups and have thoroughly enjoyed each experience on property. From the murder mystery, to Victorian tea luncheon, to the Holiday event, the actors have been superb, delicious food, exceptional customer service from group sales to servers, and a fun ti...

Manheim

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