Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience! Discount Tickets

Get your discount tickets for the Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!, save up to 9% !

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!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 38 Penn Square
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.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Fulton Theatre
Learn about the rich history of this iconic and historic theater.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Lancaster 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.
4. Rick's Place
See where Milton Hershey got his start in the candy business!
Duration: 5 mins
5. 1719 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...
6. Down On The Farm Creamery
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....
Duration: 30 mins
7. Demuth 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.
Duration: 5 mins
8. Steinman 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.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Snacks

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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.

Supplied by loKal Experiences

Reviews

5.0

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 116 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5 stars
113
4 stars
1
3 stars
2
2 stars
0
1 stars
0

Explore other options