Things to Do in Ephrata, PA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, features the top 152 nearby activities — including 56 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Ephrata, PA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Ephrata, PA , followed by 141 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lancaster, Reading, Lititz, Strasburg, Columbia, Manheim, Ronks, Bird in Hand, Intercourse, Hershey, Adamstown and Fort Madison
  • Our list of the best things to do in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, features the top 152 nearby activities — including 56 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Ephrata, PA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Ephrata, PA , followed by 141 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lancaster, Reading, Lititz, Strasburg, Columbia, Manheim, Ronks, Bird in Hand, Intercourse, Hershey, Adamstown and Fort Madison
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26.0 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.
26.0 Miles
67% 15 votes
History Museums 187 Police Academy Drive, Hershey, PA MoreLess Info
The Pennsylvania State Police Museum is a small museum and gift shop that features information and artifacts on the history of the state police system since 1905. The museums tours are both entertaining and informative.
26.1 Miles
81% 32 votes
Farmers Markets 3751 East Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA MoreLess Info
Dating back to 1957, Saturday's Market features over 300 indoor vendors and several hundred more outside. Shoppers can find just about anything at the market, including food, antiques, furniture, electronics, collectibles, and much more.
26.2 Miles
84% 10944 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
Milton S. Hershey originally founded Hershey Park in 1905 as a place for his employees to have picnics, and soon started adding thrill rides. The park is open to the public and has 68 rides, including 11 roller coasters.
26.2 Miles
70% 10 votes
Music Venue 100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
A more intimate venue than its stadium counterpart, the Star Pavillion at Hersheypark Stadium is popular for more intimate performances. The pavilion can accommodate 8,000 fans for its summer concert series events.
26.3 Miles
76% 278 votes
Winery/Vineyard 598 Schoolhouse Road, Middletown, PA 17057 MoreLess Info
Featuring the finest in hand-crafted wines, beers, and ciders, The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey, is situated on a charming 40-acre farm. Guests can enjoy the tasting rooms or the patio, as wells as special tasting events throughout the year.
26.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Historic Sites 1368 Prizer Road, Pottstown, PA 19465 MoreLess Info
Spanning 197 acres, Welkinweir is a vast natural area that features a 55 acre arboretum and encompasses a variety of diverse habitats, including wetlands, meadows, and woodlands. The area is available for special events.
26.4 Miles
64% 783 votes
Zoos 100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
In 1910, Milton Hershey was given 12 prairie dogs, and that started the formation of ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park. Today, the park has over 200 animals all from North America.
26.5 Miles
91% 917 votes
Botanical Gardens 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
In 1937, Milton Hershey planted 3.5 acres of roses. That garden has continued to grow to become a 23-acre park with rare signature trees, and an outdoor butterfly park, known as Hershey Gardens.
26.5 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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