A favorite for the kids is the STRASBURG RAIL ROAD on
East Main Street in Strasburg. You can take a short ride through the country on a real steam engine locomotive.
If you are into nature, there is plenty to do. In Kutztown, visit CRYSTAL CAVE. A favorite for hiking, bird watching and nature lovers is the HAWK MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY in Kempton, where you can see all types of hawks, even eagles.
The man-made BLUE MARSH LAKE in Leesport has beaches for lake swimming. Locals come here to boat, water ski and jet ski.
For some real Amish culture, there are several working farms. Try the AMISH FARM & HOUSE on Route 30 East, Lancaster.
There is lots of history in the area, dating all the way back to the Revolutionary War. If history is your thing, visit the DANIEL BOONE HOMESTEAD on Daniel Boone Road, Birdsboro, or HOPEWELL FURNACE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE in Elverson, PA.