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Pennsylvania Dutch country is a fascinating destination to explore. Visitors will get a glimpse of farm life as it was in the early 1800s. Visit markets and farm stores for homemade shoofly pie and fresh produce, or shop for a handmade quilt. President James Buchanan's elegant home, Wheatland, is no less historic but contrasts sharply with the simpler Pennsylvania Dutch heritage sites in Lancaster. Consider a side trip to nearby Hershey, home of Hershey Park and the Hershey chocolate factory.
 
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Best Western Eden Resort & Suites
Country Inn & Suites Lancaster
O'Flaherty's Dingeldein House
Heritage Hotel


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Amish religious beliefs prohibit followers of that faith from being photographed. Please respect this and keep your camera on the landscape.

Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
Local heritageLocal heritage
Landis Valley Museum: Children can discover a one-room schoolhouse, try their hands at woodworking and mingle with lambs in this recreated 19th-century Pennsylvania Dutch village.
Address: 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717 569-0401
Admission fee
Mennonite Information Center: Learn more about Mennonite and Amish customs at this tourist centre that provides exhibits, resources and guided tours.
Address: 2209 Millstream Road, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717-299-0954
Free
Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County: A museum featuring art and artefacts made by the people of Lancaster including the Amish.
Address: 5 West King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717-299-6440
Free
Historic homesHistoric homes
Wheatland: Costumed guides conduct tours of this historic mansion, home to President James Buchanan before and after his tenure in the White House.
Address: 1120 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717 392 8721
Admission fee
Family funFamily fun
Dutch Wonderland: This family amusement park is geared to the young at heart with a varied selection of rides from a merry-go-round to the Sky Princess Roller Coaster. Also within the park is a tropical-themed water lagoon with water geysers and kid-sized slides.
Address: 2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: 1-866-386-2839
RestaurantsRestaurants
Molly's Pub: Friendly service, a casual atmosphere and tasty food are what you'll find at this neighborhood pub.
Address: 253 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Phone: (717) 396-0225
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Hershey
Milton S. Hershey's company digs have grown into an internationally known chocolate-coated town, complete with a world-class amusement park and resort. Anyone with a sweet tooth will not want to miss it!
Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travellers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
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Best Western Eden Resort & Suites
Popularity index: #1 in Lancaster
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Country Inn & Suites Lancaster
Popularity index: #7 in Lancaster
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O'Flaherty's Dingeldein House
Popularity index: #8 in Lancaster
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Heritage Hotel
Popularity index: #17 in Lancaster
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Recommended Reading
"Sounds Like Home"  New York Times (free registration required), 20 Jun 2008
A unique local dialect is part of Lancaster's charm.
"Market Is Central to Lancaster's Charm"  Washington Post (free registration required), 19 Oct 2008
Longstanding traditions live on in Lancaster.
"In Lancaster, Pa., the History Lessons Include Chicken Potpie"  New York Times (free registration required), 2 Jul 2006
Amish Country is a fun, educational summer trip the entire family will enjoy.
"Enjoy art at small town prices in Lancaster, Pennsylvania"  smartertravel.com, 3 Jan 2008
Art lovers should plan a visit to Lancaster this summer.
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