Amish Farm and House

The Basics

The Amish Farm and House showcases the culture of Lancaster’s Amish communities. Families with young children can buy a farm-only pass to explore the 15-acre (6-hectare) farm and one-room schoolhouse, or watch demonstrations by resident artisans. Visitors may also opt for a guided tour of the house and farm, or a bus tour of the surrounding countryside. Hungry guests have the option to enjoy a Pennsylvania Dutch-style dinner or an Amish family barbecue (Saturdays).

Things to Know Before You Go

• The Amish Farm and House is a must-see for families traveling with kids and those curious about Amish culture.

• Wear comfortable shoes and remember to bring sun protection.

• Leashed pets are allowed on all house, bus, and farm tours.

• Bus tours are air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible.

How to Get There

The Amish Farm and House in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is situated about three hours from New York City, and 2.5 hours from Washington DC. The park offers pickup and drop-off from Lancaster-area hotels as well as from the Lancaster Amtrak Station.

When to Get There

The Amish Farm and House are open daily throughout the year, and each season brings new and different experiences and events to enjoy at the farm. Check the event calendar before booking your visit to schedule activities that interest you.

Fall Farm Days

Each Columbus Day weekend, the Amish Farm and House celebrates Fall Farm Days: three days of seasonal fall fun. Visitors with a tour booked during the festival will also enjoy activities such as scavenger hunts, buggy and hay rides, navigating a corn maze, a visit to the pumpkin patch, and apple cider tasting.

Ways to explore

The Amish Farm and House showcases the unique culture of Lancaster County’s Amish communities. Families with young children can buy a farm-only pass to explore the 15-acre (6-hectare) farm and one-room schoolhouse, or watch demonstrations by resident artisans.

You can also opt for a guided tour of the house and farm, or a bus tour for a convenient way to explore the surrounding countryside (and spot horse-drawn buggies going by). Hungry guests have the option to enjoy a Pennsylvania Dutch-style sunset dinner tour during the summer months.

Accessibility

The farm is wheelchair accessible, as is its sightseeing bus, though the house is only partly accessible.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Water bottle, sun or rain protection, handheld bag

What to wear

Wear weather-appropriate layers and sturdy shoes; you’ll likely spend a good amount of time outside on the farm.

Not allowed

Disruptive behavior, photographing Amish people without consent

Amenities

Gift shop, restrooms, tour bus, seasonal food stand

Address 

Amish Farm and House is located east of downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and is easy to reach by car from both Lancaster and Philadelphia. It can also be reached by select public transportation routes, and operates its own bus tours.

Driving

From downtown Lancaster, take US-30 W to Amish Farm and House; the journey takes just 15 minutes, and free parking is offered on-site. It’s roughly 1.5 hours from Philadelphia.

Public transportation

Select bus routes serve the Amish Farm and House, including the 13, 14, and 21. From Philadelphia, take Amtrak train services to Lancaster.

Best times to visit

Operating hours tend to vary throughout the year, but Amish Farm and House is typically open from midmorning until late afternoon or early evening.

Best days to visit

Amish Farm and House is generally open throughout the week; unlike many Amish businesses, it also operates on Sundays.

Best months to visit

Summer is a particularly popular time to visit Amish Farm and House, and when many special events are held. Avoid its winter seasonal closure period.

Special events

Amish Farm and House hosts special seasonal events throughout the year, including a Strawberry Fun Day in June and Christmas Cookie Tour in November and December.