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.
Dutch Wonderland
With plenty of thrill rides, attractions, shows and water activities, this award-winning amusement park is one of the best in the state.
American Music Theatre Lancaster
You can get tickets for a performance at American Music Theatre Lancaster on your trip to Lancaster. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster
Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish!
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Very clean rooms and super sweet staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
There were some major pluses and minuses of this property. One the price point was great, there is parking basically for free attached to the hotel, and they take dogs. Its also really close to the center of downtown Lancaster and had comfortable beds. On the downside, they charge $50 for dogs, the ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Country Inn of Lancaster
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection
Extremely clean with great amenities and super comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Motel 6 Lancaster, PA
Room temp was okay. Parking was okay.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Dutch Wonderland Inn
We didn’t eat breakfast but the one night stay was good. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
