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com has been the go to local guide since 1995 whether you re planning your first visit or your tenth we ll help you find the best things to do where to stay and eat and how to make the most of every hour you re here strasburg railroad explore lancaster county things to do in lancaster pa attractions and fun things to do abound throughout lancaster county this area appeals to all ages and interests here you can enjoy a thriving cultural scene a variety of special events great food diverse shopping opportunities and a variety of attractions for families and things to do for kids as well as things to do for adults and couples pick your adventure taste of pa dutch country restaurants food in lancaster pa when asked what people enjoy most about lancaster county our food is often near the top of the list you ll enjoy dining at one of our many fine restaurants in lancaster including smorgasbord dining and family friendly restaurants you ll also find fresh from the farm goodness whether 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world you ll have an uplifting time and see things from a different perspective good things are happening in lancaster county pennsylvania we ll help you find and enjoy them start exploring lancaster county the amish farm and house plain simple living learn about our amish neighbors the oldest most concentrated amish settlement in the world is here in lancaster county the amish community here is flourishing even though they still rely on horse and buggy transportation and mules for farming learn more about the amish people and culture their history and amish faith the plain culture and ethics have caused many people to rethink their personal priorities you can also visit local amish attractions and even take an amish buggy ride through our beautiful countryside visit the oldest amish community sight and sound world class entertainment near sight sound theatres the most popular tourist attraction in lancaster county is sight sound theatres between their location just outside of strasburg and their theater in branson mo sight sound welcomes nearly 1 5 million people from around the world through their doors each year while you re here there are plenty of things to do near sight sound for folks of any age rather than rushing home rest in one of the many lodging options near sight sound before or after the show check out our list of delicious restaurants near sight sound and while you re here do some shopping at one of the many stores near sight sound plan your visit refreshing mountain save on your trip lancaster coupons we ll help keep your lancaster vacation affordable we offer coupons for lancaster attractions restaurants shops and lodging to help you keep expenses down and enjoyment up plus we ll point you toward some free things to do and other ways to save money in lancaster start saving everything you need to know about visiting pa dutch country frequently asked questions about lancaster pa what is lancaster pa known for lancaster pa is best known as the heart of pennsylvania dutch country and home to the oldest and largest amish settlement in the united states beyond amish culture lancaster is known for its farm fresh food historic covered bridges world class theater like sight and sound theatres a thriving lancaster city restaurant and arts scene outlet shopping and some of the most scenic countryside on the east coast it consistently ranks as a top weekend getaway destination what is pennsylvania dutch country pennsylvania dutch country is the regional name for lancaster county and the surrounding areas of south central pennsylvania where descendants of german and swiss immigrants including the amish and mennonite communities settled in the 1700s the term dutch is derived from deutsch meaning german the region is known for its deep agricultural roots traditional craftsmanship plain living communities farm fresh food and a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for centuries who are the amish people the amish are a christian religious community descended from swiss anabaptist settlers who arrived in lancaster county in the early 1700s they are known for living simply rejecting most modern technology dressing in plain clothing and relying on horse drawn transportation and traditional farming methods lancaster county is home to the oldest and most concentrated amish settlement in the world with a community that has grown steadily for over 300 years do the amish believe in jesus yes the amish are devout christians who believe in jesus christ as their lord and savior their faith is rooted in the anabaptist tradition of the protestant reformation emphasizing adult baptism nonviolence separation from the modern world and living out faith through daily life and community the bible is central to amish belief and church services are held in members homes rather than church buildings can you become amish it is possible to convert and join an amish community but it is rare and requires a deep long term commitment converts must learn pennsylvania dutch german embrace plain clothing and lifestyle give up modern technology and be accepted by a local amish congregation most amish communities are welcoming to serious inquiries but the transition is genuinely demanding the vast majority of amish members were born into the faith what are the best things to do in lancaster pa top things to do in lancaster pa include experiencing amish country through buggy rides and farm visits catching a show or concert from the many local theatres riding the historic strasburg railroad or visiting dutch wonderland with the family what about exploring lancaster city s restaurant and arts scene shopping at farmers markets and amish country stores browsing antiques in adamstown and driving the scenic backroads through covered bridge country lancaster county has enough to fill three to five days comfortably what is the best time of year to visit lancaster pa lancaster county is a year round destination but spring through fall is peak season spring brings mud sales and farmers markets reopening summer is the busiest time with all attractions in full operation outdoor concerts and county fairs fall is arguably the most scenic with amish farmland turning golden and harvest festivals throughout the county winter is quieter but offers holiday events koziar s christmas village and a more peaceful amish country experience with fewer crowds how far is lancaster pa from philadelphia new york city and baltimore lancaster is approximately 90 minutes west of philadelphia about 90 minutes north of baltimore and roughly 2 5 hours west of new york city its central location in the mid atlantic makes it one of the most accessible weekend getaway destinations in the northeast easily reachable by car without flights or major travel logistics how many days do i need in lancaster county two to three days is the sweet spot for a first visit to lancaster county one day for amish country and a smorgasbord meal one day for major attractions and shopping and a half day to explore lancaster city covers the highlights families with children or visitors who want to dig deeper into history food or outdoor activities can easily fill four to five days without running out of things to do what are the best restaurants in lancaster pa lancaster county is known for pennsylvania dutch smorgasbords farm to table dining and an increasingly acclaimed restaurant scene in lancaster city highlights include traditional smorgasbords like miller s and bird in hand family restaurant pa dutch staples at local diners and farmers markets and a growing collection of chef driven restaurants downtown fresh from the farm ingredients are a given here not a marketing claim lancasterpa maintains a full restaurant guide organized by style location and cuisine where should i stay in lancaster pa where you stay depends on what you want to do the route 30 corridor puts you close to major attractions like dutch wonderland amish country 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