Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lancaster, PA

  • The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, including 94 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Haunted Tours, Breweries and Science Museums.
  • From Long's Park to Amish Country, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lancaster and in nearby cities within 25 miles like York, Ephrata, Columbia and Ronks.
  • The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, including 94 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Haunted Tours, Breweries and Science Museums.
  • From Long's Park to Amish Country, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lancaster and in nearby cities within 25 miles like York, Ephrata, Columbia and Ronks.
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24.6 Miles
100% 17 votes
Kayaking 132 Barnwell Lane, Hershey, PA 17078 MoreLess Info
Operating on the Swatara Creek, Cocoa Kayak Rentals of Hershey provides kayak rentals, along with transportation to and from various access points. The experience is fun and provides a glimpse into the natural surroundings of the tree-lined creek.
24.7 Miles
85% 13 votes
Parks Water St, York, PA MoreLess Info
Located on 1,637 acres, William H. Kain County Park has two lakes that can be used for boating and fishing. The park features trails for biking, hiking and horseback riding, a horseshoe pit, a playground and a volleyball court.
24.8 Miles
61% 66 votes
Scenic Railroads 136 Brown Street, Middletown, PA 17057 MoreLess Info
Departing out of a freight station built in 1891, guests on the Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad, can enjoy an 11-mile train ride in a vintage 1920's rail coach. In addition to the standard trip, seasonal and special event rides are offered throughout the year.
24.9 Miles
86% 7 votes
Family Fun Center 100 Brown St, Ste 23, Middletown, PA 17057 MoreLess Info
Let's Pretend is a family entertainment center (or play center) for children dedicated to offering children and adults a place to play and grow together without modern day distractions. Let's Pretend maintains a variety of themed imagination and play areas.
25.0 Miles
History Museums 63 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
The Hershey Story contains 10,000 square feet of interactive exhibits that tells the rags to riches story of Milton Hershey and how he gave back gave to the community. At the building, children can participate in a 45-minute chocolate lab; meanwhile, everyone can eat at the cafe, and shop.
25.0 Miles
86% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 4 W Emaus St, Middletown, PA 17057 MoreLess Info
Built as a vaudeville theatre in 1911, Elks Theatre was converted to be solely a movie house during a remodeling in 1940. Now showing first and second-run movies, the Elk is woven into the community fabric as a cultural gathering place for more than 100 years.
25.1 Miles
25% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 1800 Loucks Road, York, PA 17404 MoreLess Info
With digital projectors, Regal West Manchester Stadium 13 shows the latest films in standard and 3-D formats. The auditoriums have stadium seating and there are ticket kiosks to help customers avoid the ticket booth lines.
25.3 Miles
92% 376 votes
Breweries 200 East Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
Troegs Brewery has been awarded gold medals for their Troegenator Double Bock and their German-style Sunshine Pils. Visitors can tour the brewery's complete production process, taste the beers, and buy souvenirs.
25.3 Miles
94% 17 votes
History Museums 40 Northeast Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
At Hershey Derry Township Historical Society, visitors can go on a self-guided tour of a museum to learn about the region's history. The museum has exhibits like a model train display, WWII history, and Hershey chocolate.
25.5 Miles
87% 375 votes
Bus Tours 251 Park Boulevard, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
Guests can take an hour tour of Hersey on a green trolley while listening to costumed singing conductors. The tour passes the birthplace of Milton Hershey, his mansion, and the original chocolate factory.
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