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Finally, a theme park that's actually designed for young kids. No waiting in line while your toddler can't ride anything.
Attractions in Lancaster
Best Family Attractions
Attractions in Lancaster
5 top-rated family attractions attractions in Lancaster, PA. Updated for 2026.
Kid-friendly attractions and theme parks in Lancaster County. From Dutch Wonderland to train rides, Lancaster is a family vacation destination.
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Real steam trains chugging through Amish country — this is pure Americana.
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The production scale genuinely shocks first-time visitors — live animals in the aisles, sets that wrap around the audience.
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The corn maze is the best in the state, and the steam train passes right by the farm.
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Find the tiny animated firefighters putting out a house fire — kids press their noses to the glass for an hour.
Tips for Family Attractions
- •Buy Dutch Wonderland tickets online — it's cheaper than the gate.
- •Ride the Strasburg Rail Road early, then walk across the road to the Railroad Museum.
- •October weekends are peak season everywhere; arrive at opening for parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dutch Wonderland good for toddlers?
It's one of the best parks in the country for little kids — designed for ages 2–10, with most rides accessible to small children. Older teens will prefer Hersheypark, 30 minutes away.
What can families do in Lancaster besides Dutch Wonderland?
Ride the Strasburg Rail Road steam train, climb on locomotives at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, take a buggy ride, and visit a working farm. Most family attractions cluster around Strasburg and the Route 30 corridor.