Historic Downtown Lancaster Travel Guide
Lancaster
Visit Historic Downtown Lancaster
Popular places to visit
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
You can learn about the history of Lancaster with a stop at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Lancaster County Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Lancaster County Convention Center during your trip to Lancaster. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Central Market
Featuring produce from Amish, Pennsylvania Dutch and other farmers, this is one of the country’s oldest continuously operating markets, a source of local pride.
Fulton Theatre
One of the oldest active theaters in the country, this opera house provides the opportunity to watch a play or recital in a truly historic setting.
Historic St. Mary’s Church
After visiting Historic St. Mary’s Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lancaster. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County
You can study the exhibits at Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lancaster. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish!
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
Amish Experience Visit-In-Person Tour
45-Minute Private Guided Historic Walking Tour in Lititz
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Nice place
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
Very nice staff.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Lancaster Suites
The only complaint I would have is how your turn off the main road (30). I missed the turn several times because it is not easily visible.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Parkview Inn & Suites Lancaster
Great
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Cartoon Network Hotel
Didn't eat breakfast. Price is to high. Didn't like the fact no microwave in room. The one in the laundry room was filthy.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection
Everything was wonderful. A great family resort, nice spacious rooms and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Lancaster
Musser Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.
Mussertown
While there might not be top attractions in Mussertown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.
Chestnut Hill
While Chestnut Hill isn't home to many top sights, Fulton Theatre and Penn Medicine Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Churchtowne
While there might not be top attractions in Churchtowne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.
Cabbage Hill
While Cabbage Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.
Southside
While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
