Lancaster travel guide
Lancaster Tourism | Lancaster Guide
You're Going to Love Lancaster
With a population of 59,322, Lancaster is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lancaster deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Lancaster
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Pressroom Restaurant (26-28 West King Street) and John J Jeffries at the Lancaster Arts Hotel (300 Harrisburg Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Lancaster
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lancaster in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lancaster, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.
How to Get to Lancaster
Plane
When flying to Lancaster, you’ll arrive at Lancaster (LNS), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Lancaster departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 1h 20m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lancaster. The train journey from Lancaster to Ardmore takes 0h 58m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $20 for a 1h 08m trip. The train station in Lancaster is called Lancaster, and is located 1.1 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 132 miles from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Lancaster’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Lancaster
Where to stay in Lancaster
Average rates range from around $174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $345 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Avid Hotel Lancaster and Budget Host Inn & Suites Lancaster.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lancaster
Most booked hotels in Lancaster
Renting a car in Lancaster
Renting a car in Lancaster costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Lancaster.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lancaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.