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 entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.
The Ware Center
You can enjoy a show at The Ware Center during your stay in Lancaster. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music 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!
Unique Amish Immersion Experience
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Beautiful room and hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
Room was clean, beds were comfortable. Walking distance to bars and restaurants. Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel Rock Lititz
Everything
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Lancaster Arts Hotel
Very nice atmosphere. Great area. Staff was friendly. Rooms were clean and set up nicely.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Country Living Inn
Clean rooms, good service, rooms are a little dated, but great hot water, cute room decor, comfy beds
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Lancaster Suites
Everything
Reviewed on 31 Jan 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 Central Market 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.
