Lancaster Pennsylvania Travel Diary

Ever since we moved, it feels like life has been moving at warp speed! Between the holidays and the girls’ birthdays, we’ve been so busy and our family was ready for a change of scenery. We had the best weekend in Lancaster County, PA! Located only 2.5 hours from the NYC, Lancaster truly has something for everyone to enjoy! 

One of the highlights of our trip was our experience at Strasburg Railroad, America’s oldest continuously operating railroad! #sponsored During our 45 minute steam train ride through Lancaster County’s bucolic Pennsylvania Dutch Country, we were greeted with so many festive surprises! As we traveled through 2,500 acres of the picturesque Amish countryside, we met the train conductor, learned the history of the railroad, and got to enjoy live performances from French horn musicians and holiday carolers. This was a magical experience we’ll always remember! 

Here’s a rundown of our itinerary. Don’t forget to SAVE this post for later! 

📍: @amishviewinn 

📍: Explore the adorable downtown Lancaster & @centralmarketlancaster

📍: Visit to Amish-owned farm

📍: Train ride at @StrasburgRailroad

📍: Visit to @DutchWonderland

📍: Local Shopping at Dutch Haven

📍: Make Your Own Ice Cream @TurkeyHillExperience

From tons of fall and holiday activities to great food markets and coffee shops, to local shopping and beautiful sightseeing, there was so much to explore and it was the perfect getaway to make new memories as a family! There was so much to do and I feel like we only scratched the surface! It’s safe to say, we’ll be back! Visit DiscoverLancaster.com to help plan your #LancasterPAGetaway and learn more about how you can @discover_lancaster!