If you're interested in learning more about farming, Lancaster, PA, is a great place to visit. Though many farms throughout the area are privately run, others are open to the public for tours — giving you and your family the opportunity to experience an actual working farm first-hand. 

What Are the Benefits of Touring a Lancaster Farm?

Kids and adults both gain a lot of benefits by checking out working farms of all types:

• Education: Many of us don’t realize how food gets from the farm to the table. Visiting a farm helps everyone understand how the cycle works.
• Excitement: It’s exciting to see what a farm looks like. Kids especially appreciate being able to get up close with some of the barnyard animals they’ve only seen on TV or in books.
• Affordability: Lots of Amish farm tours in Lancaster, PA, are free or available at a very low cost. This makes them an economical choice for families who want to go on a budget-friendly outing.

Which Lancaster Area Farms Should Your Family See First?

Here are some of the biggest opportunities to see farmland, pet livestock or learn about the agribusiness lifestyle:

• Cherry Crest Adventure Farm: This working farm always features tons of seasonal activities for the whole family. In the fall, you can enjoy hanging out in their corn maze. It’s truly a magical place where kids can better understand the importance of agriculture.
• Old Windmill Farm: Who doesn’t love dairy products? But do you know how farmers collect milk from their dairy cows? And how the milk is processed and shipped? Find out all the facts when it comes to dairy farming at Old Windmill Farm in Ronks, PA. You may even get to feed a calf from a bottle.
• The Amish Farm & House: The Amish Farm & House in Lancaster hosts what it calls “Shear Madness” on a regular basis. As you might expect, the experience hovers around sheep shearing. Everyone in your group will be amazed at the way sheep are shorn. Included in your ticket is a hayride to round out your trip. Expect to be here a while.

Stay With Us at The Warehouse Hotel

Look no further. When you book a stay at the Warehouse Hotel, you will be close to all the action. Our team is happy to let you know about all the Amish farms and Lancaster, PA, farms to visit. Just ask anyone during your stay for advice on where to go for an unforgettable agricultural adventure.