About Best of Lancaster

Best of Lancaster is an independent guide to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — the restaurants, Amish Country experiences, attractions, towns, and stays that actually reward a visitor's time. We publish detailed rankings and more than sixty in-depth guides, from trip itineraries to explainers on Amish culture and etiquette.

How we choose what to recommend

Every business and experience on this site is independently selected. We weigh local reputation, verified traveler reviews, and the practical details that matter on the ground — Sunday closures, market days, seasonal schedules, and honest prices. Nobody pays for placement in our rankings, and we say so when a well-known name doesn't earn its spot.

How we make money

Some links on this site are affiliate links — primarily to Viator (tours and experiences) and Booking.com (hotels). If you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices are identical either way, and commissions never decide what we recommend. Full details on our affiliate disclosure page.

Corrections and updates

Lancaster County changes — hours shift, attractions pause, prices move. We date our guides, update them when facts change (you'll see the "Updated" stamp on each article), and correct errors when readers point them out. Spot something outdated? We want to know.

Start exploring: the 25 best things to do in Lancaster or our first-timer tips.