Things to Do
Dutch Wonderland
Opening day is April 5! Start planning your family trip to Dutch Wonderland today!
Tourism is one of the leading industries in the county, an important source of tax revenues, and a key economic development tool. Its investments in attractions and amenities serve the traveling public, enhance the quality of life of area residents, and produce growth in other sectors of our economy.
Hundreds of companies in Lancaster County benefit from travel and tourism through their direct interaction with visitors at places like attractions, restaurants, shops, gas stations and lodging properties. But these benefits also ripple outward to businesses in the industry’s supply chain, such as farmers, printers, builders, cleaning suppliers, landscapers…the list goes on and on.
When people travel, they spend money, whether it’s a family vacation, bus trip or annual convention. This spending directly translates into sales for Lancaster County businesses, jobs for Lancaster County residents and crucial tax revenue for our county and local governments.
Central to the success of the area’s tourism industry is Discover Lancaster. We are the official destination marketing organization for Lancaster County, and the impact of our promotional outreach is demonstrated by the figures in the rest of this section.
Tourism works for Lancaster County.
The “Lancaster County Visitor Economy” report completed in May 2024 by the respected industry analysts at Tourism Economics contains figures that demonstrate why organizations like Discover Lancaster are so crucial.
Through an analysis of key performance indicators, the study describes the economic impact of this important work, the highlights of which include:
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Things to Do
Dutch Wonderland
Opening day is April 5! Start planning your family trip to Dutch Wonderland today!
Cozy Accommodations
Osceola Mill House Bed and Breakfast
Formerly the Mill owners’ home in 1766, this boutique property offers cozy guest rooms, a hearty three-course breakfast, and a tranquil setting to rejuvenate your spirit.
Special Event
Rails & Ales
Don't miss Rails & Ales - a craft beer tasting event - at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania on Saturday, April 5!