posted Jul 25, 2024

Family Trip to Dutch Wonderland

Enjoy a fun-filled day in Lancaster County, PA with your family at Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park!

Turn your visit into a full-on vacation or weekend getaway by building an itinerary with all of the great things to do right by Dutch Wonderland.

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Attractions in the Park

Dutch Wonderland is an amusement park for kids and their families, packed with attractions to insite all kinds of excitement. The park features rides, entertainment, a water park, and special events year-round.

Younger kids can enjoy the Wonderland Special Train, the Monorail, uncovering fossils in Dino Dig, getting in the driver's seat at Off-Road Rally, and more. Looking for a little bit of excitement? Check out the Joust Family Coaster, take a log boat ride through the Dragon's Lair, or ride the hang-glider inspired Kite Flight. Thrill-seekers can check out the high-flying Merlin's Mayhem, the Kingdom Coaster, among many other rides.

Dutch Wonderland also hosts Duke's Lagoon. The water park has a multi-level waterplay platform, slides, a lounge area with cabanas, and Sharky's Grill so no one goes hungry! Duke's Lagoon is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, weather permitting.

Dutch Wonderland annually offers Happy Hauntings, a family event with Halloween themed rides, special entertainment, and a Trick-or-Treat trail. The park also hosts Dutch Winter Wonderland for the holidays. Throughout this event, the park is fully decorated and lit up, features themed rides and entertainment, as well as the Royal Lights Show!

Dining in the Park

Dutch Wonderland has plenty of dining options throughout the park when you come!

Merlin's Restaurant: Indoor dining, sandwiches and soup, gluten free upon request
Mill Stream Eatery: Pizza, burgers, chicken, salads, hot dogs, dessert
Potato Patch: Fresh cut fries with toppings, corn dogs, chicken tenders
Nathan's Famous: Hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, burgers, fries
That Panini Place: Paninis, salad, dessert, and indoor dining is available
The Snack Shack: Popcorn, cotton candy, pretzels
Turkey Hill & Coffee Shoppe: Hand-dipped ice cream, soft serve, dessert, coffee
Dole Whip Junction: Pineapple Dole Whip, pineapple swirls and floats, and seasonal soft serve
Rita's Italian Ice, Dippin' Dots, Auntie Anne's, and other snacks are available throughout the park as well.

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Eat Outside The Park

Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord | 2760 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
The Brasserie | 1679 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Cartoon Kitchen | 2285 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Casey Jones’ Restaurant | 312 Paradise Ln, Ronks
Dienner’s Country Restaurant | 1855 Lincoln Hwy E, Ronks
Fireside Tavern | 1500 Historic Dr, Strasburg
Hershey Farm Restaurant | 240 Hartman Bridge, Strasburg
Lancaster Brewing Co. Taproom | 2323 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Smokehouse BBQ & Brews | 3121 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Speckled Hen Coffee | 141 E Main St, Strasburg

Nearby in Lancaster, PA

Why not turn your trip to Dutch Wonderland into a memorable vacation in Lancaster, PA? Check out some of the fun things to do, places to eat, and places to stay near the park.

AAA Buggy Rides | 3461 Old Philadelphia Pk, Ronks
Aaron & Jessica’s Buggy Rides | 3121 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Abe’s Buggy Rides | 2596 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
American Music Theatre | 2425 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
The Amish Experience | 3121 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Amish Farm and House | 2395 Covered Bridge Dr, Lancaster
The Amish Village | 199 Hartman Bridge Rd, Ronks
Barry’s Car Barn | 3504 Old Philadelphia Pk, Intercourse
Bird-in-Hand Stage | 2760 Old Philadelphia Pk, #A, Bird-in-Hand
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm | 150 Cherry Hill Rd, Ronks
Choo Choo Barn-Traintown U.S.A. | 226 Gap Rd, Strasburg
Kitchen Kettle Village | 3529 Old Phildelphia Pk, Intercouse
Magic & Wonder Theater | 3065 Lincoln Hwy, Paradise
National Toy Train Museum | 300 Paradise Ln, Ronks
Old Windmill Farm | 262 Paradise Ln, Ronks
Railroad Museum of PA | 300 Gap Rd, Ronks
Sight & Sound Theatres | 300 Hartman Bridge Rd, Ronks
Strasburg Rail Road | 301 Gap Rd, Strasburg
Strasburg Scooter Tours | 246 N Decatur St, Strasburg

Places to Stay

AmishView Inn & Suites | 3125 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Best Western Plus Intercourse Village Inn & Suites | 3610 E Newport Rd, Intercourse
Bird-in-Hand Family Inn | 2740 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Bird-in-Hand Village Inn & Suites | 2695 Old Philadelphia Pk, Bird-in-Hand
Cartoon Network Hotel | 2285 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson | 2260 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Courtyard by Marriott | 1931 Hospitality Dr, Lancaster
Econo Lodge Amish Country | 2165 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Fulton Steamboat Inn | 1 Hartman Bridge Rd, Lancaster
Hampton Inn | 545 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster
Hershey Farm Inn | 240 Hartman Bridge Rd, Strasburg
The Inn at Kitchen Kettle Village | 3529 Old Philadelphia Pk, Intercourse
Old Mill Stream Campground | 2249 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
The Red Caboose Motel | 312 Paradise Ln, Ronks
Traveler’s Rest Motel | 3701 Old Philadelphia Pk, Intercourse
Tru by Hilton | 2320 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster
Wyndham Lancaster Resort | 2300 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster

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