Historic Downtown Lancaster & Countryside Guidebook

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Historic Downtown Lancaster & Countryside Guidebook

Neighborhoods

Lancaster Pennsylvania is an American colonial treasure surrounded by history and filled with a community of friendly locals. Lush, mature trees line a mix of quaint shops and historic buildings that will leave you wanting to explore more. The city is vibrant, eclectic and downright fun, while a short drive into the surrounding farmlands, provide for a up-close, three hundred-sixty degree view of beauty, tranquility and something simply amazing.
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Lancaster
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Lancaster Pennsylvania is an American colonial treasure surrounded by history and filled with a community of friendly locals. Lush, mature trees line a mix of quaint shops and historic buildings that will leave you wanting to explore more. The city is vibrant, eclectic and downright fun, while a short drive into the surrounding farmlands, provide for a up-close, three hundred-sixty degree view of beauty, tranquility and something simply amazing.

Recommended Eateries

Located just two blocks out your front door, the Belvedere Inn is a fine American eatery and bar. The food and service are excellent, and the menu is updated regularly.
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The Belvedere Inn
402 N Queen St
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Located just two blocks out your front door, the Belvedere Inn is a fine American eatery and bar. The food and service are excellent, and the menu is updated regularly.
Tellus rocks! Located just off of Penn Square, Tellus has it all. With several tiers and an expansive rooftop that spans the better part of a block, this is the place to watch a game. There's live music and a fun, attentive staff that are happy to recommend a drink. As for food, Tellus is no regular pub, rather it's chock full of vendors serving a mix of cuisine from a wide variety of places. Sláinte!
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Tellus360
24 E King St
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Tellus rocks! Located just off of Penn Square, Tellus has it all. With several tiers and an expansive rooftop that spans the better part of a block, this is the place to watch a game. There's live music and a fun, attentive staff that are happy to recommend a drink. As for food, Tellus is no regular pub, rather it's chock full of vendors serving a mix of cuisine from a wide variety of places. Sláinte!
Located just two blocks from Penn Square, Yorgos has been a Lancaster staple for the past 40 years. This family owned business serves up classic Greek and American dishes that are sure to please. If weather allows, be sure to check-out the rooftop.
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Yorgos Restaurant & Lounge
66 N Queen St
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Located just two blocks from Penn Square, Yorgos has been a Lancaster staple for the past 40 years. This family owned business serves up classic Greek and American dishes that are sure to please. If weather allows, be sure to check-out the rooftop.
Not only is Rick's Deli Restaurant a fine little downtown establishment you'll fall in love with, but this is also the site of Royer's Ice Cream Parlor and Garden where Milton S. Hershey began his career. A favorite amongst Franklin & Marshall student, Hershey started as a waiter, and then apprenticed as a chocolatier from 1872, until he left for Philadelphia to begin his own business in 1876.
50 W King St
50 West King Street
Not only is Rick's Deli Restaurant a fine little downtown establishment you'll fall in love with, but this is also the site of Royer's Ice Cream Parlor and Garden where Milton S. Hershey began his career. A favorite amongst Franklin & Marshall student, Hershey started as a waiter, and then apprenticed as a chocolatier from 1872, until he left for Philadelphia to begin his own business in 1876.
Local ice cream spot filled with treats and coffee that go perfect with a walk around the city just about any time of the day!
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Penny's Ice Cream Truck
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Local ice cream spot filled with treats and coffee that go perfect with a walk around the city just about any time of the day!
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Lancaster Brewing Company
302 N Plum St
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A short walk from the city center and Buchanan Park, Luca offers everything from pizza to your more traditional Italian dishes. On warmer nights, be sure to request the patio along James St.
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LUCA
436 W James St
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A short walk from the city center and Buchanan Park, Luca offers everything from pizza to your more traditional Italian dishes. On warmer nights, be sure to request the patio along James St.
Farm-fresh cafe offering up coffees, teas and organic treats and delicacies.
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18 West Orange Street
Farm-fresh cafe offering up coffees, teas and organic treats and delicacies.

Food scene

Welcome to America's oldest, continually operating farmers market. Come meet the farmers and tradesman who continually provide the Lancaster community with quality crafts and products. Here's what the local's say, "A step inside is sure to highlight all that Lancaster County has to offer. 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; and locally sourced meat, poultry, cheeses, and more" The market is opened on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday's, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Lancaster Central Market
23 N Market St
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Welcome to America's oldest, continually operating farmers market. Come meet the farmers and tradesman who continually provide the Lancaster community with quality crafts and products. Here's what the local's say, "A step inside is sure to highlight all that Lancaster County has to offer. 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; and locally sourced meat, poultry, cheeses, and more" The market is opened on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday's, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Whether choosing to dine inside or on the expansive outdoor patio, you will love the attentive staff and delectable crepes awaiting you. From specialty cafes and fresh juices, Rachel's will leave you fully satiated without breaking the bank.
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Rachel's Cafe & Creperie
201 W Walnut St
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Whether choosing to dine inside or on the expansive outdoor patio, you will love the attentive staff and delectable crepes awaiting you. From specialty cafes and fresh juices, Rachel's will leave you fully satiated without breaking the bank.
A favorite amongst locals, Callaloo's Trinidadian Kitchen is sure to impress with a fine array of breads and dishes to leave your palate wanting more. Go hungry and leave happy, as the portions are enormous and pleasantly priced for a fun outing that will inspire an after dinner walk.
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Callaloo Trinidadian Kitchen
351 N Mulberry St
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A favorite amongst locals, Callaloo's Trinidadian Kitchen is sure to impress with a fine array of breads and dishes to leave your palate wanting more. Go hungry and leave happy, as the portions are enormous and pleasantly priced for a fun outing that will inspire an after dinner walk.
Located inside the Spring House Brewing Co.'s Taproom, the Black Goat Gastropub offers a chef-curated menu featuring American eats with a dedication to fresh ingredients and local farmers. With its quirky menu of sandwiches & bar food, The Black Goat is the perfect match to your favorite local brews
The Black Goat Gastropub
25 West King Street
Located inside the Spring House Brewing Co.'s Taproom, the Black Goat Gastropub offers a chef-curated menu featuring American eats with a dedication to fresh ingredients and local farmers. With its quirky menu of sandwiches & bar food, The Black Goat is the perfect match to your favorite local brews
This is Lancaster City's first authentic Mexican restaurant where they offer up authentic Mexican dishes, from homemade guacamole to enchiladas, from carnitas to seafood, and a lot of deliciousness in between. Located just next to Lancaster's local distillery and Zoetropolis, Cocina Mexicana is a great stop over prior to taking in some local spirits and an independent film.
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Cocina Mexicana
112 North Water Street
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This is Lancaster City's first authentic Mexican restaurant where they offer up authentic Mexican dishes, from homemade guacamole to enchiladas, from carnitas to seafood, and a lot of deliciousness in between. Located just next to Lancaster's local distillery and Zoetropolis, Cocina Mexicana is a great stop over prior to taking in some local spirits and an independent film.
Cabalar Meat Company is serious butchering! Whether you decide to take out your selection of meats, or have the staff at Cabalar prepare you the perfect burger, you will be impressed! Locally sourced and a Jersey flair says it all!
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Cabalar Meat Co
325 N Queen St
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Cabalar Meat Company is serious butchering! Whether you decide to take out your selection of meats, or have the staff at Cabalar prepare you the perfect burger, you will be impressed! Locally sourced and a Jersey flair says it all!
Great little coffee shop on Duke Street specializing in fine quality roasted coffees.
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Square One Coffee Roasters
145 N Duke St
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Great little coffee shop on Duke Street specializing in fine quality roasted coffees.
An exquisite atmosphere coupled with a French inspired entrees and desserts.
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Amorette
401 N Prince St
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An exquisite atmosphere coupled with a French inspired entrees and desserts.
An eclectic breakfast menu you will fall in love with!
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On Orange
108 W Orange St
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An eclectic breakfast menu you will fall in love with!
Quaint space - Good cup - Open Sunday!
Aura Espresso Room
44 N Queen St
Quaint space - Good cup - Open Sunday!

Arts & Theater

Just caddy-corner from the candy shop Milton S. Hershey honed his chocolate-making skills in, sits America's oldest operating theater. The theater is named after Lancaster's famed steam engine pioneer, Robert Fulton. Prior to 1857, the theater was a jail where members from the Conestoga Indian tribe were massacred. In 1964, the site was added to the National Historic Registry.
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Fulton Theatre
12 N Prince St
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Just caddy-corner from the candy shop Milton S. Hershey honed his chocolate-making skills in, sits America's oldest operating theater. The theater is named after Lancaster's famed steam engine pioneer, Robert Fulton. Prior to 1857, the theater was a jail where members from the Conestoga Indian tribe were massacred. In 1964, the site was added to the National Historic Registry.
Attached to the distillery, for those looking to take in an independent film and some local spirits, Zoetropolis is a must stop!
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Zoetropolis
112 N Water St
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Attached to the distillery, for those looking to take in an independent film and some local spirits, Zoetropolis is a must stop!
Looking to explore the Bible’s stories in a whole new light? Be sure to visit Sight & Sound Theater for an immersive experience into the parables of Jesus.
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Rạp hát Sight & Sound
300 Hartman Bridge Rd
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Looking to explore the Bible’s stories in a whole new light? Be sure to visit Sight & Sound Theater for an immersive experience into the parables of Jesus.

Local Watering Holes

A favorite amongst locals and college students. A no-frills space pairing a fine selection of beers and personalized hand tossed pizzas.
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The Fridge
534 N Mulberry St
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A favorite amongst locals and college students. A no-frills space pairing a fine selection of beers and personalized hand tossed pizzas.
Located on Water St, this local distillery has a shared outdoor dining space and is connected to the Zoetropolis Theater. Take in some fine Mexican cuisine next door at Cocina Mexicana, and then drift on over to see what Lancaster's local distillers have awaiting!
Lancaster Distilleries
112 N Water St
Located on Water St, this local distillery has a shared outdoor dining space and is connected to the Zoetropolis Theater. Take in some fine Mexican cuisine next door at Cocina Mexicana, and then drift on over to see what Lancaster's local distillers have awaiting!
Come hither to enjoy fine crafted spirits made of honey and barley wine. Put aside the darts and pool sticks, and get ready to hammer down on some axe throwing that is more fun that you can possibly imagine. You'll love the knowledgable, friendly staff and the Celtic themed ambiance.
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Meduseld Meadery
252 Harrisburg Ave
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Come hither to enjoy fine crafted spirits made of honey and barley wine. Put aside the darts and pool sticks, and get ready to hammer down on some axe throwing that is more fun that you can possibly imagine. You'll love the knowledgable, friendly staff and the Celtic themed ambiance.
Our Town Brewery opened in 2020, and is just a few blocks from Lancaster's historic square. The brewery offers a rotating selection of brews to be enjoyed in a unique, open space. Gourmet pizzas and a local Dutch sampler platter will surely complement your beer of choice.
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Our Town Brewery
252 N Prince St
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Our Town Brewery opened in 2020, and is just a few blocks from Lancaster's historic square. The brewery offers a rotating selection of brews to be enjoyed in a unique, open space. Gourmet pizzas and a local Dutch sampler platter will surely complement your beer of choice.
This downtown taproom offers a fine selection of local brews, wines and ciders using locally sourced ingredients. Inside, you'll find a welcoming space and a chef-curated menu from The Black Goat Gastropub.
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The Taproom
25 W King St
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This downtown taproom offers a fine selection of local brews, wines and ciders using locally sourced ingredients. Inside, you'll find a welcoming space and a chef-curated menu from The Black Goat Gastropub.
A local watering serving up beers and burgers alongside a rich history of colonial Lancaster.
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Horse Inn
540 E Fulton St
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A local watering serving up beers and burgers alongside a rich history of colonial Lancaster.
Get ready for fun the whole family can enjoy. A day out on a lazy river, combined with good brews and live music afterwards is a fun way to cool off on a hot day!
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Sickman's Mill LLC
671 Sand Hill Rd
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Get ready for fun the whole family can enjoy. A day out on a lazy river, combined with good brews and live music afterwards is a fun way to cool off on a hot day!

Sightseeing

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm is the perfect get-away that’s fun for the whole family. Once there, you’ll find an interactive farm for your family to explore and create memories that are sure to last a lifetime!
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Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
150 Cherry Hill Rd
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Corn Cob Acres is a fun family fall getaway for those looking for an active day of slides, corn mazes, bounce houses, and more. New this year is the sweet & fudge shop!
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Corn Cob Acres
191 College Ave
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Corn Cob Acres is a fun family fall getaway for those looking for an active day of slides, corn mazes, bounce houses, and more. New this year is the sweet & fudge shop!
Fly high above scenic Amish Country Farms leaving from the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant. Both morning and afternoon flights are available, and we suggest calling ahead!
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The United States Hot Air Balloon Team
2727 Old Philadelphia Pike
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Fly high above scenic Amish Country Farms leaving from the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant. Both morning and afternoon flights are available, and we suggest calling ahead!
Traveling with your pup and looking for an activity? Look no further than the off-leash dog park, located near Franklin & Marshall campus, in the heart of Buchanan Park.
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Buchanan Park
901 Buchanan Ave
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Traveling with your pup and looking for an activity? Look no further than the off-leash dog park, located near Franklin & Marshall campus, in the heart of Buchanan Park.
Amish Country by historic steam engine is a memory you and your family will cherish forever!
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Strasburg Rail Road
301 Gap Rd
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Amish Country by historic steam engine is a memory you and your family will cherish forever!

Specialty Shops

Specialty shops you won’t want to miss out on!
Hand crafted treats & sweets galore!
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Lancaster Sweet Shoppe
141 N Duke St
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Hand crafted treats & sweets galore!