FAQs About the Area
The Amish culture is unique and fascinating. You can tour Amish farms, visit shops selling handcrafted goods, and learn about their traditions at cultural centers. When available, we can even arrange for you to experience dinner with an Amish family in their home.
The area offers a wide variety of cuisines. You’ll enjoy delicious meals at family-style restaurants with local Pennsylvania-Dutch dishes. Our farmers’ markets have fresh local produce, cheese, breads, and excellent pastries. You might like indulging in one of Lancaster County’s nationally acclaimed fine dining restaurants or taking a walking food tour, sampling international bites.
Be sure to check our Facebook page and our Newsletter for events like quilt shows, art festivals, and seasonal celebrations.
Yes! Explore unique shops in downtown Lititz, Mount Joy, Strasburg, and Lancaster City. You can hunt bargains at outlet stores and discover handcrafted items at markets and small businesses around the County. If you’re into vintage and antiques, you’ll be thrilled with treasure hunting in Columbia’s fabulous antique stores. There is great shopping in our area, explore it all.
Catch a show at the historic Fulton Theatre, enjoy dinner and a performance at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, or a magic show in Strasburg and other live shows around the county. You’ll also find performances and music at many restaurants and venues in the area, including the summer concert under the stars at Long’s Park. Be sure to check out other local attractions & theater in the area.
Hike or bike on scenic trails, go kayaking on the Susquehanna River, or visit Chickies Rock park for a picnic. The Susquehanna River Trail is a beautiful 14-mile paved recreational trail along the river. It can be accessed in nearby Columbia and Marietta where you can also rent kayaks, bikes or just enjoy a beautiful stroll. There is so much to see and do outdoors in our area.
