Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lancaster travel guide

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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.

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Where to Eat in Lancaster

If you’re looking for affordable options, Belvedere Inn Restaurant and Bar (402 N Queen St.) and Iron Hill Brewery - Lancaster (781 Harrisburg Pike) are great picks.

When to visit Lancaster

Lancaster in January
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lancaster in January
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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How to Get to Lancaster

Plane

When flying to Lancaster, you’ll arrive at Lancaster (LNS), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Lancaster departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 4h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 212 km from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Lancaster, you’ll arrive at Lancaster (LNS), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Lancaster departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 4h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 212 km from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Lancaster

PHLPhiladelphia
BWIBaltimore/Washington
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Lancaster

Lufthansa
Good (8,291 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,271 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,244 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,691 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,443 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,819 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,526 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lancaster

Average rates range from around $182 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $357 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru By Hilton Lancaster East and Comfort Suites Lancaster Amish Country. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Lancaster, with prices from $54 to $776 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Lancaster are about 86% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Lancaster by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Lancaster

Most booked hotels in Lancaster

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Hotel Rock Lititz
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 744 reviews)
$157+
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Eden Resort & Suites, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1017 reviews)
$166+
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Cork Factory Hotel Lancaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1302 reviews)
$131+
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Lititz Pointe Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 382 reviews)
$103+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lancaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1794 reviews)
$96+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster-Lititz By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 712 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Lancaster

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $82 per day, on average, or $163 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, 1% more expensive than at Lancaster.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lancaster, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $82 per day, on average, or $163 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, 1% more expensive than at Lancaster.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lancaster, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Lancaster

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

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