Susquehanna Iron guidebook
Sightseeing
The beautiful 14-mile trail along the Susquehanna River. Great for cyclists, walkers, and hikers.
15 locals recommend
Northwest River Trail
The beautiful 14-mile trail along the Susquehanna River. Great for cyclists, walkers, and hikers.
LancasterHistory
230 N President AveHistory of Lancaster County
Chickies Rock Overlook Trail
Chickies Rock Overlook Trail Amazing views of the Susquehanna.
National Watch and Clock Museum
514 Poplar StHistory and collection of watches ad clocks
The National Civil War Museum
1 Lincoln CirNational Civil War Museum
State history from the 1600s to modern-day. Planetarium
54 locals recommend
The State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North StState history from the 1600s to modern-day. Planetarium
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
300 Gap RdIf you enjoy trains this is a must!
Sight & Sound Theatres
300 Hartman Bridge RdBroadway-quality shows
From magnificent theatrical productions to unique quaint shops and one of the largest outlet malls in the state nearby – the Strasburg community has something for everyone. While you are here, ride in an authentic Amish buggy, take a trip to Paradise aboard a historic steam train and explore the quiet back roads past rolling hills and real working Amish farms.
28 locals recommend
Strasburg
From magnificent theatrical productions to unique quaint shops and one of the largest outlet malls in the state nearby – the Strasburg community has something for everyone. While you are here, ride in an authentic Amish buggy, take a trip to Paradise aboard a historic steam train and explore the quiet back roads past rolling hills and real working Amish farms.
Burning Bridges Antiques Market
304 Walnut StVisit Columbia Antique Markets
Food scene
The unique and historic restaurant, brewery, and tours. The venue has been seen on Ghoat Hunters. Guests can dine underground in the catacombs or outside in the beer garden.
29 locals recommend
Bube's Brewery
102 N Market StThe unique and historic restaurant, brewery, and tours. The venue has been seen on Ghoat Hunters. Guests can dine underground in the catacombs or outside in the beer garden.
Great food, craft beers on tap, cocktails, nice wine list. Historic.
13 locals recommend
The Railroad House Inn
280 W Front StGreat food, craft beers on tap, cocktails, nice wine list. Historic.
McCleary's Pub
130 W Front StThe local favorite, historic area
Whisk Cafe
98 Masonic DrDelicious breakfast, lunch, or brunch
Lancaster Central Market is the country’s oldest continually operating farmers’ market. Open on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, this market is the perfect place to see the combination of diverse cultures and cuisines that make up Lancaster County.
252 locals recommend
Lancaster Central Market
23 N Market StLancaster Central Market is the country’s oldest continually operating farmers’ market. Open on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, this market is the perfect place to see the combination of diverse cultures and cuisines that make up Lancaster County.
Tröegs Independent Brewing
200 Hersheypark DrCraft beer and tours
Rachel's Cafe & Creperie
201 W Walnut StDessert and savory crepes - delicious!
Heaven all rolled up in cinnamon
What an incredibly perfect snack to grab along with your travels through the Pennsylvania Dutch countryside. Absolutely Delicious with a capital D! A must-stop in the area.
Mr Sticky's Homemade Sticky
501 Greenfield RdHeaven all rolled up in cinnamon
What an incredibly perfect snack to grab along with your travels through the Pennsylvania Dutch countryside. Absolutely Delicious with a capital D! A must-stop in the area.
walkable village of local cooks, quilters, and shopkeepers - unique local homemade foods
148 locals recommend
Kitchen Kettle Village
3529 Old Philadelphia Pikewalkable village of local cooks, quilters, and shopkeepers - unique local homemade foods
City/town information
Unique shops, food, twist a pretzel at Sturgis Pretzel Shop, learn the history of the town at the museum, stop by Wilbur Chocolate for a famous Wilbur Bud, or walk on the local rail trail.
81 locals recommend
Lititz
Unique shops, food, twist a pretzel at Sturgis Pretzel Shop, learn the history of the town at the museum, stop by Wilbur Chocolate for a famous Wilbur Bud, or walk on the local rail trail.
Lancaster offers a delightful assortment of almost 300 boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, entertainment, and cultural venues. Downtown Lancaster also boasts an incredibly rich heritage to be experienced at our many museums, churches, and historic buildings.
119 locals recommend
Lancaster
Lancaster offers a delightful assortment of almost 300 boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, entertainment, and cultural venues. Downtown Lancaster also boasts an incredibly rich heritage to be experienced at our many museums, churches, and historic buildings.
Indian Steps Museum
Indian Steps Museum is the place for a journey to the past. It features very detailed and incredible photos and exhibits, a store that sells great stuff at affordable prices, and features exciting activities for all. This is one of the hidden gems in Lancaster.
Lower Chanceford Township
Indian Steps Museum
Indian Steps Museum is the place for a journey to the past. It features very detailed and incredible photos and exhibits, a store that sells great stuff at affordable prices, and features exciting activities for all. This is one of the hidden gems in Lancaster.
The Lake, the Jigger Shop, the cottages, the art show, and eateries - The Hideaway, The Blue Bird Inn
25 locals recommend
Mount Gretna
The Lake, the Jigger Shop, the cottages, the art show, and eateries - The Hideaway, The Blue Bird Inn
Food and Shopping and more
Welcome to Root's Market, home of the oldest single family-run country market in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. From its humble beginnings as a poultry auction in 1925, Root's Market has evolved over the years to become a piece of Lancaster County heritage offering fresh food and a wide variety of items for sale.
There's something for everyone at Root's. Every Tuesday, Root's Market features its produce auction as well as fresh meats, deli, bakery items, flowers, handmade crafts, antiques, collectibles and household items from over 200 standholders.
50 locals recommend
Root's Country Market & Auction
705 Graystone RdWelcome to Root's Market, home of the oldest single family-run country market in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. From its humble beginnings as a poultry auction in 1925, Root's Market has evolved over the years to become a piece of Lancaster County heritage offering fresh food and a wide variety of items for sale.
There's something for everyone at Root's. Every Tuesday, Root's Market features its produce auction as well as fresh meats, deli, bakery items, flowers, handmade crafts, antiques, collectibles and household items from over 200 standholders.
Craft Beer
Columbia Kettle Works
40 N 3rd StCraft beer
Cox Brewing Company
276 Heisey Quarry RoadVeteran owned
Roasted Brussel Sprouts and the Grain Bowl with the F18 IPA
13 locals recommend
Mad Chef Craft Brewing
2023 Miller RdRoasted Brussel Sprouts and the Grain Bowl with the F18 IPA
Tattered Flag Brewery & Still Works
1 S Union StBrewery
Walking
A few steps from your door, the park offers a 1/2 mile walking trail and public parking for visitors.
Music in the Park Sundays during the Summer
Lloyd H Fuhrman Memorial Park
190 Rock Point RoadA few steps from your door, the park offers a 1/2 mile walking trail and public parking for visitors.
Music in the Park Sundays during the Summer
Wine & Music
Nissley Vineyards
140 Vintage DrSummer concerts Fridays and Saturdays
Grandview Vineyard
1489 Grandview Rd