Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!

About this activity

Experience the best of Lancaster County—from its vibrant, historic downtown to the peaceful countryside of Amish Country—all in one unforgettable tour.

Your journey begins at the Discover Lancaster Visitors Center before heading into the heart of Lancaster City. Join your knowledgeable local guide for a leisurely walking tour through one of America's oldest inland cities, where more than 300 years of history come to life. Stroll past beautifully preserved architecture, bustling markets, and historic landmarks while discovering the people, events, and stories that shaped Lancaster into the thriving community it is today.

-This experience includes approximately six city blocks of leisurely walking over sidewalks and uneven surfaces.

-Service Animals: Guests traveling with a trained service animal must notify loKal Experiences before booking. Because portions of this experience include visits to local businesses, advance coordination may be required.

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 10 min

   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.

2. Fulton Theatre · 5 min

   Learn about the rich history of this iconic and historic theater.

3. Lancaster Central Market · pass by

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 5 min

   See where Milton Hershey got his start in the candy business!

5. 1719 Museum (formerly 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum) · pass by

   We will then visit the oldest settlement in Lancaster County, followed by a trip to one of our 19 remaining covered bridges...

6. Stop 6 · 30 min

   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....

7. Demuth Museum · 5 min

   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.

8. Steinman Park · 5 min

   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.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: Please park at the Discover Lancaster building. We will be meeting out front at the Entrance of the building.

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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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