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Things to see in Lancaster, Pennsylvania (United States): 27 places and when to go
Lancaster, Pennsylvania is a city in United States with around 209,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 27 places in and around it, mainly History (8), Food and drink (7), Museums and art (5). The best known are Ephrata Cloister, Chickies Ridge and Dutch Wonderland. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 40.0378, -76.3058
- Population
- About 209,000
- Places
- 27 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (8) · Food and drink (7) · Museums and art (5) · Architecture (4) · With kids (3) · Nature (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 195 km as the crow flies
What to see in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The places in and around Lancaster, Pennsylvania, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ephrata CloisterHistoric monastery in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, USA19 km
- Chickies RidgeMountain in United States of America19 km
- Dutch WonderlandAmusement park in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States7.7 km
- National Watch and Clock MuseumHorology museum in Pennsylvania, USA17 km
- Railroad Museum of PennsylvaniaRailroad museum in Strasburg, Pennsylvania14 km
- Demuth MuseumMuseum in Lancaster, Pennsylvania249 m
- Lancaster Arts HotelBuilding in Lancaster, Pennsylvania1.2 km
- Central MarketMarket hall in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States88 m
- Lancaster County CourthouseCourthouse in Pennsylvania, United States180 m
- Columbia–Wrightsville BridgeRoad and sidewalk overpass in Pennsylvania18 km
- Old City HallHistoric city hall building located at Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania42 m
- St. Mary Coptic Orthodox ChurchChurch in Pennsylvania, United States of America11 km
- Bachman and Forry Tobacco WarehouseHistory17 km
- Conestoga TrailLong-distance hiking trail in the United States1.7 km
- Field of ScreamsSimulated attraction in Mountville, Pennsylvania10 km
- Gray Fossil SitePliocene-epoch assemblage of fossils677 km
- Leaman's Place Covered BridgeCovered bridge across Pequea Creek in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania17 km
- Lime Valley Covered BridgeCovered bridge11 km
- Willow Hill Covered BridgeCovered bridge located off U.S. Route 30 that spans Miller’s Run in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania9.0 km
- Wright's Ferry MansionHistoric house in Pennsylvania, United States17 km
- Bespoke BrewingBrewery13 km
- Inspiration Brewing CompanyBrewery18 km
- Isaac's Craft Kitchen & BreweryBrewery90 m
- Maine Wildlife ParkWith kids · Wildlife656 km
And the other 3, by what you come to do:
When to go to Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The best time to visit Lancaster, Pennsylvania is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:27
- FebPossible10:28
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:04
- MayBest time14:13
- JunBest time14:50
- JulBest time14:35
- AugBest time13:35
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:55
- NovPossible9:44
- DecPossible9:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10. In April, 27 of the 27 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 195 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Airville6 places20 km
- Bath7 places26 km
- Lebanon10 places33 km
- York, Pennsylvania13 places37 km
- Londonderry Township10 places42 km
- Elverson9 places45 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
The best known: Ephrata Cloister, Chickies Ridge, Dutch Wonderland, National Watch and Clock Museum, Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. In all, 27 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 10.
How do you get to Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 195 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lancaster, Pennsylvania as the destination and these 27 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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