I went here on my trip, while I was with my school to travel around and might I say it was…read morespectacular!! It had great service and they came out ready to serve us. They were also prepared for us when we had a big group and we needed many refills. Food was even better, AMAZING fried chicken along with mashed potatoes and bread. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone in the area.

It is not true Amish it is not authentic, because it is open on Sundays. Amish do not work on…read moreSunday's Sunday is a day of Church God family and friends. This restaurant is fake and a fraud.

It Takes a Village…read more Forty acre village comprised of a farm, historic buildings, artifacts and some amazing craftspeople. We didn't really know what to expect coming here but were completely blown away by what we found. The Good: *Firstly, the craftspeople that were here during our visit were all simply amazing but special big ups to the Tinsmith and Blacksmith as they were both a pure joy to talk to. They both possess so much great knowledge and skill in their crafts. It was truly amazing to talk to people like this. *One of the better gift shops we've encountered, as it has wares produced by the craftspeople, as well as locally-made Amish wares and even packets of heritage seeds. *Great historic antique-filled buildings to wander around at your leisure. *Be sure to watch the short film about the history of this place at the Visitor Center. *We were here for almost four hours and still didn't see everything! The Meh: *Some of the trails are a bit suspect, so keep an eye on any old folks you bring along. The Ugly: *The farm part of this place could use a little love, but I'm just being nitpicky. TLDR: Great place for lovers of history, but definitely make sure you take full advantage of the craftspeople that are there that day. They're def the heart and soul of this museum. Without them, this would be a 3.5* experience.

Friendly staff and volunteers!! Lots of beautiful outdoor spaces and free parking. History is on…read moredisplay here

Sharon was a superb guide for the house tour. She happily answered all questions - couldn't have…read morehad a better guide. From Paul & Linda from PA, and Lyndon & Jo from Australia.

My mom and I had the best time here! We left feeling educated and enlightened! Our bus tour guide…read moreJohn was very nice and helpful! The Amish are so admirable! Thank you for the experience!

We enjoyed the tour. Started off with an interesting video. The docent was good and knowledgeable…read more Took so see many interesting spots in and around the home, including a life size version of a wigwam that would have been in the area at the time.

Why is the Hans Herr House significant and who the hell was Hans Herr?…read more The house itself is significant as it is the last remaining structure that is still standing from the original group of Mennonites who came to the Lancaster County area to escape religious persecution from their native Switzerland. The house is also significant in that it is the oldest structure in Lancaster County and likely the oldest remaining Mennonite meetinghouse in the Western Hemisphere. The original group traveled from Switzerland to Germany to escape religious persecution then after a governmental regime change they were forced from Germany to England where they met with William Penn who allowed them to colonize a portion of what is current day Lancaster County or when they arrived in 1711, the extreme most western frontier of Pennsylvania. One interesting piece of information is that the house did not belong to Hans Herr as it was built by his son Christian which is why his initials are over the doorway along with the inscribing mark of 1719. On the tour you are told why the name remained(s) Hans Herr House versus Christian Herr House but honestly I forget why. Maybe something just deferential from Christian towards his father or because of his father's status with the original group that came to the area or maybe everyone just liked the flow of the name more so it's based on tradition? The tour itself is around 40-45 minutes and it starts in the building which houses the gift shop and you are given a brief overview of the Anabaptist faith, the Mennonites who are direct descendants of the faith and a map which shows the route the initial settlers took from Switzerland to Pennsylvania. After that you are taken over to the house where you see the three rooms which make up the first floor (kitchen, bedroom and all purpose dining room-meeting room-family room) and the second floor which is where the eight children slept and finally the basement which is accessed from a side entrance outside of the house. You learn that the key to the home's design is that they didn't believe in wasting any space so every inch served a purpose such as not having hallways so as soon as you walk in the front door you're right in the kitchen. One thing worth noting, if you are someone who is hardcore hung up on only visiting historical places if they have lots of original items then this place might not be for you. There is not a whole lot original to the house that you can see with the exception of a piece of the ceiling insulation on the first floor (rye straw + manure + ??), the wooden crossbeam over the kitchen fireplace and the steps which go from the second floor to the third floor attic (obviously you can't use them). Past that I think most everything else was changed out in the 19th century when the house was still used as a residence or in the early 70's when the initial renovation occurred to make things into a tourist destination. If you want more original take a look at the bibles on display in the gift shop which are original to Hans and Christian. I wouldn't call the Hans Herr House a must see, but it's interesting enough and the tour is the right length to keep everyone interested along with being located close enough to most of Lancaster County's tourist elements. If you go: The 1719 Hans Herr House is open April 1 through November 30, Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Forty-five minute Herr House tours are offered at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. This is not the tour information for their reproduction Native American Longhouse. That tour is offered at 10 a.m., 12 noon and 2 p.m and has an entirely different focus. Prices are currently Adults: $8, Children 7-12: $4 and Children 6 and under: free with a slight discount if you choose to tour both structures. There are also several special events that happen throughout the year and that information is available on their website.

A fun and educational place to bring the kids to. Almost everything is interactive which is great…read more The place isn't huge per say, but you can easily spend 2-4 hours here. The space is separated into different stations and has a nice flow to it. We came on the weekend and although there were a lot of people, it never felt overcrowded or that that there was too long a wait for any of the exhibits. Admission is $13 per person which I think is fair. Overall my kids had a lot of fun and we would love to come back again in the future.

Visited again and whole factory has changed the exhibits and layout from 4 yrs ago. $12 now for 3…read moreand over. Sky bridge: keep your shoes on and climb. They also have something similar at Long Island children museum and NJ Liberty Science center. Tons of hands on with brief explanation at each station. Outdoor stations are also available at the courtyard. Today the maker space is reserved for summer camp only. I wonder what activities do they have for the public usually. Like before, free parking across the road. Love the high ceiling and the feel of kids are free to explore. Will definitely return.

A Concrete Rose Bookbar is the first black woman-owned bookstore, micro-winery and intimate…read moreperformance venue located in Lancaster, PA. Owners Evita and Solise have created a space that shows appreciation to the culture, while celebrating the stories of people of African diaspora through literature and art. For those who are reading this and are from the DMV area think of Busboy & Poets but with a little twist. So what's the twist you ask? They offer beer and wine through a self-serve tap system. Meaning you receive a wristband that allows you to help yourself to a variety of local beers and wine. Each is charged by the ounce and is charged to your tab at the end of your visit. An added bonus is two of the wines that were available were made in-house; the Concord Jungle and Mizz Education. We enjoyed the Mizz Education which is a sweet and refreshing Moscato so much we ended up taking two bottles home with us. Let me just say this, I've been to my fair share of restaurants for brunch and the food at Concrete Rose hands down is the top 5 best food I've ever had. We tried a variety of options which include the Salmon Avocado Toast, Soul of the Sea and Chicken wings with concord bbq sauce. All were seasoned, cooked and plated to perfection. Whew Lord just thinking about those crab cakes with herbed garlic butter and remoulade sauce has me thinking about taking a road trip to get some more. Ambiance, food and service are all top tier at A Concrete Rose. Do yourself a favor and check them out. There's so much there for you to see and try! I can promise you one thing, you won't be disappointed. Evita and Solise you've outdone yourselves on this one! So proud of what you both have accomplished. Keep shining ladies, the world needs your light!

The atmosphere was on point. The customer service was great! The food...amazing. I had the…read morechicken and cornbread waffles and I have been to numerous places that served a similar dish, but nothing compared to A Concrete Rose's version. This is a true gem and it should be celebrated and frequented more often. I grew up in Southeast Lancaster and was raised on Pershing Ave! You have my full support and I wish you nothing but the best.

Awesome experience with Becka our very knowledgeable and fun guide! I learned so much and I'm a…read morenative of Lancaster!!!

I was fortunate enough to find Kendra's tour company. I cannot recommend Kendra's tours highly…read moreenough! (If I used all the superlatives in my mind, my review would sound unreal.) I have never had a better city tour experience, or a more attentive, sensitive, personable, professional guide. I felt like I was visiting a friend, and getting to share her day as she visited with her friends. If you're looking for an amazing experience with absolutely scrumptious food, history told with heart, and a chance to meet some of the most welcoming people in one city, Kendra's tours are for you.

For years, driving on Route 30 going to Longwood Gardens or Strasburg, I noticed the American Music…read moreTheater but never attended any of the shows. Thanks to an early holiday gift, I attended my first performance, the 2025 Christmas Show Deck the Halls. I didn't make any food purchases, but I could smell the inviting aroma of popcorn when we entered the theatre. We enjoyed the lively, excellent singing and performances, dazzling costumes, set designs, and a top-notch band. Deck the Halls is a fantastic way to celebrate Christmas with nostalgic songs and remember Jesus' birth. I must note that 1600 people exiting the theatre parking lot is the only honest, non-five-star worthy concern. AMT Memberships are available, and there is already a performance schedule of shows for 2026; tickets are not sold through 3rd-party resellers.

Right at the start I want to say why I took away a star for this theatre. This is my second visit…read more Both times my mother's walker, without which she cannot walk, was taken from her and placed against the wall. It is illegal to remove medical assistance devices and she was left with no way to even get to her walker. We brought a small foldable one and she was refused to place it at her seat. This was after we were told to make our way through a very crowded gift shop to the other side of the venue, even though our seats were in the middle. This is one of the least accommodating venues I have been to for people with mobility issues. From the parking spots to removing a medical device, it is wholly unacceptable. The theatre itself is a very nice, modern establishment and the performances I have attended are wonderful productions. The ticket prices are a bit high but better seats always are. If you have no mobility issues you will likely be thrilled with this venue.

I visited here in July 2017 with some members of my association to check it out as a possible…read moreconference venue. They are remodeling and they showed us a guest room that is in the process of being remodeled. So far so good, but we didn't get to actually see the finished product. We were told by Sales that all of the rooms should be updated "hopefully" by March 2018. Most people know that construction projects almost always go longer than expected, unfortunately. We were also told that this hotel will soon be a Wyndam hotel. This might be a good thing. My room was clean, There was a bluish colored stain on the floor (pen ink?) but no biggie. The water pressure in the shower was great! Although, my associates said theirs wasn't so great. The rooms have no microwave and no refrigerator in them. I believe it was an extra $25 for a mini-fridge. There was coffee, however. The bed was comfortable and the air conditioning worked fine. Although it was set to 54 degrees and it didn't feel that cold. Ice bucket was found in the bathroom. Our meeting room was efficient, however, it was way too hot and when we asked maintenance to help with that he seemed to have a major attitude and the room stayed hot anyway. A last minute request for a phone with conference call capabilities was met quickly. On our tour of the property, the meeting rooms we were shown, in general, were dingy and dank. They smelled terrible and had bugs flying all over. They were very outdated and I would honestly be embarrassed to have our conference there. Not to mention that their prices were not that great. We had our last conference at the Kalahari in the Poconos for $10 cheaper per person and that included the water park! And we were told the renovations to the meeting spaces would not be completed by next May (our conference). The indoor pool looked nice and it is open until 11pm. The outdoor pool is huge and looked clean. There are a lot of lounge chairs there and a hut that looks like a bar. We were told they sometimes serve food and beverages there, but when the renovation is complete that will be taken out. The bar inside the hotel looks beautiful and sits right across from the check in desk. However, that is closed on weekdays. That alone might be a deal breaker for a weekday conference! When this place is renovated we would definitely consider coming here. It is in a great location close to just about anything, including two outlet malls and tons of eateries. Uber into Lancaster cost around $15. It has lots of potential.

Worst golf course in the area. Not worth the 40.00 no 9 hole rate no senior rate. Carts are pretty…read morebeat. Stay clear!!