Overview
Strasburg is a borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
4 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Strasburg
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
National Toy Train Museum
Choo Choo Barn
A huge model train layout with hand-built animated figures.
Strasburg Railroad
Authentic steam-powered locomotives will take you for a ride back in time. Very realistic and lots of fun. There is also a picnic grounds where the train stops and riders can get on or off. It provides a lovely, secluded…
Sight & Sound Theatres
Bible stories live on stage.
The Amish Village
A look at today’s Amish lifestyle. A genuine Amish property on 12 scenic acres of land where you can experience Amish culture up close.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 87°F; winter lows dip to about 26°F. Wettest: Jun and Jul. (climate data from nearby Wilmington)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- LNS Lancaster Airport, Lancaster — 12 mi away. Directions
- MDT Harrisburg International Airport, Harrisburg — 34 mi away. Directions
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia — 50 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg Railroad, Choo Choo Barn
- Lunch David & Steve's Fireside Tavern
- Afternoon National Toy Train Museum, Sight & Sound Theatres
- Dinner Strasburg Country Store and Creamery
- Evening Speckled Hen Coffee
Day 2
- Morning The Amish Village
- Evening Bespoke Brewing
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Strasburg is an affluent railroad town, and home to several railroad attractions.
See
Do
Do Strasburg Railroad
Authentic steam-powered locomotives will take you for a ride back in time. Very realistic and lots of fun. There is also a picnic grounds where the train stops and riders can get on or off. It provides a lovely, secluded area for those wise enough to bring a packed lunch. You can tour the machine shop, or take a dinner tour.
Buy
Strasburg houses many speciality shops, including the Strasburg Train Shop, and the Strasburg Antique Market.
Eat
Eat Strasburg Country Store and Creamery
Drink
Sleep
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