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Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
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Gettysburg: Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour
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Lancaster: Evening Ghost Tour by Candlelight
What to do in Central Pennsylvania
Popular places to visit
Hersheypark
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
Pennsylvania State University
Explore the campus of Pennsylvania State University, a top university in State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
Sight and Sound Theatre
Bible stories come to life on stage in spectacular fashion at this renowned theater and entertainment company in Lancaster County.
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Champion with a visit to Seven Springs Mountain Resort. Take in the art scene and countryside in this romantic area.
Hersheypark Stadium
Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.
Knoebels Amusement Resort
Enjoy an outing to Knoebels Amusement Resort during your stay in Elysburg. Discover the festivals and theme park in this trendy area.
Hershey's Chocolate World
Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.
Gettysburg National Military Park
Take a tour with a licensed guide in your own car and visit two museums providing information on the Battle of Gettysburg.
Areas of Central Pennsylvania
Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Market and Fulton Theatre while you're in town.
Downtown Harrisburg
Downtown Harrisburg is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park while in the area.
Gettysburg Historic District
If you're spending some time in Gettysburg Historic District, Gettysburg Museum of History and Majestic Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Prospect Heights
While Prospect Heights 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.
Ross
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ross and surrounding area, you can visit Penn Medicine Park and Central Market.
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.
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