Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!
from $89.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
If you are looking for a true, overall “Lancaster experience” this is the tour for you. We begin with a walking tour of Lancaster City, where our knowledgeable guides provide an overview of the rich and multifaceted history of our beautiful city. Next, we depart in our tour van to visit and experience the real and remote areas of Lancaster County that only locals know. Our guides are deeply connected to many Amish people here in the county and will provide a wealth of knowledge and information along the way. We’ll make two stops at Amish properties, giving you an insight into their world, and some ice cream to top it off. We look forward to introducing the unique and fascinating culture and history of Lancaster!
2 hours 30 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Please park at the Discover Lancaster building. We will be meeting out front at the Entrance of the building.
Itinerary
- 1Stop
Penn Square is the center of our city and the site of many historical events, and a great place to view our beautiful and varied architecture. We'll discuss Lancaster's outsized role in the history of our country, some of the most prominent figures in that history, as well as tell you a couple of surprising stories about impactful people and events from our past.
- 2Fulton Theatre
Learn about the rich history of this iconic and historic theater.
- 3Lancaster Central Market
We'll share a brief history of the Central Market - the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the U.S. On Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays when the market is open we will have the chance to go inside for a brief tour.
- 4Stop
See where Milton Hershey got his start in the candy business!
- 51719 Museum (formerly 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum)
We will then visit the oldest settlement in Lancaster County, followed by a trip to one of our 19 remaining covered bridges...
- 6Stop
You'll get to choose from more than a dozen homemade ice cream varieties included in the experience (full scoop in a cone or dish), followed by stop at a scenic looking spot for pictures....
- 7Demuth Museum
Learn about the life and works of Charles Demuth, Lancaster's most famous artist and view the Demuth Tobacco Shop, the oldest in the U.S.
- 8Steinman Park
Learn about the Steinman Hardware store - the first hardware store in the U.S. - and the history of the Steinman family publishing business as well as many other notable printers and publishers in the history of our country who were from Lancaster.
What's included
- Snacks
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Guest should be able to walk approximately 6 city blocks at a leisurely pace and be able to enter and exit our touring van.
