Things To Do
A Saturday Morning Must-Do: Lancaster Central Market
Lancaster Central Market is the oldest, continuously running public farmers’ market in the country -- dating back to 1730! A walk through its aisles will find an abundance of produce from the deeply nutrient-rich soils native to the local landscape; an array of prepared foods representing the proud cultural diversity of the county; locally sourced meat, poultry, cheeses, and more. OPEN FROM 6 AM - 3 PM
32 Reasons To Go to Lancaster, PA
Lancaster—the land of sprawling farms and horse-drawn buggies. Not so fast. While the culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch threads through much of the area, there’s more to the city than meets the eye. Hip shops pepper downtown corridors, fine dining captures the attention of The New York Times, and, of course, the scenery is unparalleled.
Best Historic Getaway: Lancaster, PA
Tucked in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is one of the oldest, inland towns in the U.S. and with that comes a well-preserved history of not just the area but also the birth of America as a nation. From the moment you step out of its Federal-style train station, expect to be immersed in the small city’s historic beauty.
A Global Feast in an Unlikely Spot: Lancaster, PA
The New York Times approves, This small city, best known for its Amish and Mennonite communities, is a welcoming home for immigrants, refugees and their cooking.
Lancaster City is the New Brooklyn
Forget the Hudson Valley. New Yorkers looking for a quiet respite from city life without sacrificing culture, design and a rich culinary scene should look further west, to Lancaster, Pa., to wile away a weekend.
Lancaster Is Much Cooler Than You Think
There's a lot more to the laid-back, culturally diverse city than its main tourism draws — handmade Amish goods and outlet shopping. There's also a thriving culinary, craft brew and arts scene. Once you scratch past the stereotypical surface, there are endless layers to this city that was our nation's capital for just one day in 1777, during the American Revolution.