Feb 24 2014
Fun Along Route 30
Lancaster County is a wonderful place to visit in the summer. There are dozens of cute small towns and villages scattered inside and out of this historic county. From the family owned shops to the outlets to all of the Amish attractions, there will never be a minute of boredom here !
Lancaster, PA Outlets
Conveniently located along Route 30 are two Lancaster, PA outlet shopping hot spots: Rockvale Outlets Lancaster and Tanger Outlet Center. Between the two locations, you’ll find everything you need to check off your gift list – or treat yourself – and all at great bargains. Check out the brand-name items from 160+ outlet stores, such as Jones New York, Liz Claiborne, Pottery Barn, GAP, Fossil, Kenneth Cole, Coach, J. Crew and many more.
PA Dutch Country Attractions & Cultural Activities
Route 30 has lots of PA Dutch Country attractions to keep you busy all day long. Visitors interested in learning more about the Pennsylvania Amish and Mennonite traditions will enjoy the Amish Farm and House, a fully-functional Pennsylvania Dutch farm. Here, take guided or self-guided tours around the grounds and farmhouse to learn about the Old Order Amish. To learn more about Lancaster County’s plain culture, be sure to visit the Mennonite Information Center, which offers a free movie, exhibit, books, gifts and “step-on guides” for personalized tours of the Amish countryside. Route 30 is also host to many cultural activities, such as theater and interactive educational centers. The American Music Theatre presents more than 50 celebrity concerts and holiday shows each year, covering a variety of entertainment genres for all ages.
Dutch Wonderland Amusement Park
Youngsters will love exploring this kingdom for kids! Located just seconds away from both Lancaster, PA outlet centers, Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park houses more than 30 kid-friendly rides, including roller coasters, water play, miniature golf and live entertainment. Characters such as Duke the Dragon and the Princess of Dutch Wonderland also welcome kids for special events designed to educate and entertain! This year Dutch Wonderland is also debuting their new Exploration Island attraction ! Filled with activities that your young paleontologists can enjoy, from digging up bones to a canal cruise to take them back in time, this is sure an attraction that you will not want to miss ! A favorite PA Dutch Country’s attraction, Dutch Wonderland is a family adventure that’s not to be missed.
