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Fulton Opera House
Ollie #1 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Operas
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Amish Country
Ollie #2 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 130 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Farms; Scenic Drives; Historic Sites; Neighbourhoods
Distance  5.1 km from city centre
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The Fulton Theater
Ollie #3 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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American Music Theatre Lancaster
Ollie #4 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 101 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  8.7 km from city centre
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Dutch Wonderland
Ollie #5 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 305 reviews
Owner description: A Kingdom For Kids! It’s not just a slogan – it’s a commitment to young children and their families that beyond our castle walls is a place just for...... more » Owner description: A Kingdom For Kids! It’s not just a slogan – it’s a commitment to young children and their families that beyond our castle walls is a place just for them called A Kingdom For Kids!, where family fun is proclaimed by royal decree. Since opening on May, 20, 1963, Dutch Wonderland has consistently been recognized as a premier family amusement park and has been voted one of the Top 5 Best Kid’s Park in the World by Amusement Today magazine. Having your birthday party, other celebrations, family outing, and Scouting events at Dutch Wonderland is easy with catered options, picnic lunch boxes, and cabana rentals. With attractions like Choo Choo Charlie, Frog Hopper, Dragon’s Lair, Duke’s Lagoon and so much more, Dutch Wonderland is a favorite amongst children of all ages! « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  7.2 km from city centre
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Landis Valley Museum
Ollie #6 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Children can discover a one-room school house, try their hands at woodworking and mingle with lambs in this recreated 19th- century Pennsylvania Dutch...... more » Owner description: Children can discover a one-room school house, try their hands at woodworking and mingle with lambs in this recreated 19th- century Pennsylvania Dutch village. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  6.4 km from city centre
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Clipper Magazine Stadium
Ollie #7 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Wheatland
Ollie #8 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews

WHEATLAND Step inside the stately home of President James Buchanan and explore the rooms, stairwells and stories where the secrets and details of his political and personal life... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Rock Ford Plantation
Ollie #9 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Lancaster Malt Brewing Company
Ollie #10 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Ollie #11 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
Distance  8.5 km from city centre
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Lancaster County Convention Center
Ollie #12 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Convention Centres
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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North Museum of Natural History
Ollie #13 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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Mennonite Information Center
Ollie #14 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4 of 5 stars 31 reviews

  The Mennonite Information Center offers visitors an in-depth experience of Amish and Mennonite people groups, beginning with the acclaimed 3-screen film "Who are the Amish... more »

Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  6.8 km from city centre
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Amish Farm and House
Ollie #15 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4 of 5 stars 61 reviews
This 200-year old farmhouse provides great insight into the Amish lifestyle.
Attraction type  Farms; Historic Sites
Distance  8.5 km from city centre
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The Lancaster Science Factory
Ollie #16 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Country Barn Farm Market
Ollie #17 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Shops; Farms
Distance  8.2 km from city centre
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Hands-on House
Ollie #18 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
3.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Kids can touch everything at this interactive museum designed to help children and their parents learn together in a fun way.
Attraction type  Children’s Museums
Distance  6.4 km from city centre
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Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society
Ollie #19 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  6.9 km from city centre
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Holtwood Dam
Ollie #20 of 31 attractions in Lancaster
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Dams
Distance  23.7 km from city centre
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