Lancaster · Lancaster County, PA
Free things to do in Lancaster
Scout analyzed 97 Lancaster places and surfaced the ones that actually fit free.
Places analyzed
97
Matches
24
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.7 hr
Scout-verified spots
Outdoors
Musser Park
Outdoors
Amos Herr Park
Arts & Culture
Magic & Wonder Theater
Outdoors
Buchanan Park
Grassy suburban park with a playground, pavilion & basketball courts.
Outdoors
Chickies Rock County Park
Green space with creeks, views from Chickies Rock & remnants of old industrial structures.
Outdoors
Kellys Run Nature Preserve
Outdoors
Money Rocks County Park
Outdoors
Conewago Recreation Trail
Outdoors
Lancaster County Central Park
Various outdoor recreational features including a pool, skate park, environmental center & trails.
Outdoors
Susquehannock State Park
224-acre riverfront green space offering panoramic views, hiking trails, picnic tables & play areas.
Outdoors
White Cliffs of Conoy
Arts & Culture
Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center
Relaxed cabins with kitchenettes in a resort offering an outdoor pool & sports.
Outdoors
The Pinnacle Overlook
Outdoors
Turkey Hill Overlook Trail
Arts & Culture
North Museum of Nature and Science
Museum featuring exhibits including a dinosaur gallery & discovery room also boasts a planetarium.
Arts & Culture
Ware Center for the Arts
Contemporary, educational performing arts center hosting theatrical, dance, music & art events.
Outdoors
Binns Park
Many community events take place at this small, lively city square with a fountain & seating areas.
Outdoors
Lititz Springs Park
Privately run park offering regular concerts as well as a playground & concession stands.
Arts & Culture
Biblical Tabernacle Experience
This Biblical tabernacle reproduction features an altar, the Ark of the Covenant & more.
Outdoors
Long's Park
Public park with 80 acres of outdoor activities, including a lake, petting farm & playgrounds,
Outdoors
Overlook Park
Multi-use space with sports fields, a dog park, golf, mini-golf, swimming pool, skating rink & more.
Outdoors
Noel Dorwart Park
Outdoors
Reservoir Park
Grassy, tree-filled park offering a street hockey rink, wading pool, basketball courts & a pavilion.
Family
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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