Historic Downtown Lancaster Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster

Popular places to visit

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

You can learn about the history of Lancaster with a stop at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Lancaster County Convention Center

Lancaster County Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Lancaster County Convention Center during your trip to Lancaster. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Lancaster County Convention Center
Central Market

Central Market

Featuring produce from Amish, Pennsylvania Dutch and other farmers, this is one of the country’s oldest continuously operating markets, a source of local pride.

Central Market
Fulton Theatre

Fulton Theatre

One of the oldest active theaters in the country, this opera house provides the opportunity to watch a play or recital in a truly historic setting.

Fulton Theatre
Dutch Wonderland

Dutch Wonderland

With plenty of thrill rides, attractions, shows and water activities, this award-winning amusement park is one of the best in the state.

Dutch Wonderland
Amish Farm and House

Amish Farm and House

Learn about the conservative and intriguing Amish culture and traditions on this working farm in the beautiful Lancaster County countryside.

Amish Farm and House

Activities

Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit

Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit

AU$58
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
Amish Farmlands Tour

Amish Farmlands Tour

AU$41
per adult
Amish Farmlands Tour
Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!

Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!

AU$121
per adult
Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!
Unique Amish Immersion Experience

Unique Amish Immersion Experience

AU$136
per adult
Unique Amish Immersion Experience
Lancaster is a fantastic place for history and beer - and beer history!

Lancaster History and Craft Beer Walk

AU$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lancaster History and Craft Beer Walk
Historic Walking Tour in Lancaster

Lancaster History and Breakfast Walking Tour

AU$92
per adult
Lancaster History and Breakfast Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Lancaster Hotel Deals

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

3.5 out of 5
25 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$274 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$274
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"I like it I will be back soon. My day was excellent."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

3.5 out of 5
26 East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$208 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$208
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff very friendly. Place was very clean"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
Cartoon Network Hotel

Cartoon Network Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$152 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$152
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,865 reviews)
"The room was ok. We had little spiders & webs on the corners of the ceiling and bathroom floors. A few knats and little mosquitos by the windows & door which we had to clean. The long black pillows had a funky smell. The kids in the other room were screaming, crying and banging on the walls but we ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
Parkview Inn & Suites Lancaster

Parkview Inn & Suites Lancaster

3 out of 5
2260 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$208 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$208
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 4 day stay. Our room was spacious and quiet . The staff were very professional friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great. The pool and hot tub were nice and clean. Would definitely return again."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Parkview Inn & Suites Lancaster
Wyndham Lancaster Resort & Convention Center

Wyndham Lancaster Resort & Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
2300 Lincoln Hwy E, Route 30, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$198 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$198
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Stay here once a year. Great time as usual."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Wyndham Lancaster Resort & Convention Center
Lancaster Suites

Lancaster Suites

2.5 out of 5
2045 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$140 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
AU$140
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Stay was okay. The room had an odor. The sound of trucks using their jake brakes constantly was annoying. For the money, it was doable."

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Lancaster Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Lancaster

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Musser Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Musser Park
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Mussertown

While there might not be top attractions in Mussertown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.

Mussertown
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Chestnut Hill

While Chestnut Hill isn't home to many top sights, Fulton Theatre and Penn Medicine Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chestnut Hill
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Churchtowne

While there might not be top attractions in Churchtowne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.

Churchtowne
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Cabbage Hill

While Cabbage Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Cabbage Hill
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Southside

While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southside

Historic Downtown Lancaster Travel Guide

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