Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!
Overview
Experience the best of Lancaster County—from its vibrant, historic downtown to the peaceful countryside of Amish Country—all in one unforgettable tour.
Your journey begins at the Discover Lancaster Visitors Center before heading into the heart of Lancaster City. Join your knowledgeable local guide for a leisurely walking tour through one of America's oldest inland cities, where more than 300 years of history come to life. Stroll past beautifully preserved architecture, bustling markets, and historic landmarks while discovering the people, events, and stories that shaped Lancaster into the thriving community it is today.
-This experience includes approximately six city blocks of leisurely walking over sidewalks and uneven surfaces.
-Service Animals: Guests traveling with a trained service animal must notify loKal Experiences before booking. Because portions of this experience include visits to local businesses, advance coordination may be required.
What's Included
- Snacks
Meeting Location
501 Greenfield Road
Lancaster, PA 17601, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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38 Penn Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fulton Theatre
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lancaster Central Market (pass by)
Rick's Place
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
1719 Museum (formerly 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum) (pass by)
Down On The Farm Creamery
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Demuth Museum
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Steinman Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guest should be able to walk approximately 6 city blocks at a leisurely pace and be able to enter and exit our touring van.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!?
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Activity code: C-111259P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Snacks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience! is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guest should be able to walk approximately 6 city blocks at a leisurely pace and be able to enter and exit our touring van.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience! will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guest should be able to walk approximately 6 city blocks at a leisurely pace and be able to enter and exit our touring van.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
