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The holidays are a magical time in Lancaster PA and we’ve pulled together a list of our favorite Christmas shows and special events that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit! These Lancaster PA Christmas Shows, Holiday Tours and Special Events are festive traditions to help you enjoy the holiday season. This blog …
Lancaster PA Horse and Buggy
Wondering if there’s anything to do during the winter months in Lancaster, PA?  Here are 37 Winter Things to Do in Lancaster PA from a Lancaster PA Bed and Breakfast Innkeeper, Rebecca Gallagher, owner of the Historic Smithton Inn. 1-4  Check Out These Covered Bridges: Lancaster County is known for having a large concentration of …
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Planning an exciting Lancaster PA vacation often requires getting down to the little details, like figuring out where to have lunch between your hike and museum visit. We know how difficult that can be when you have no idea what the area offers. Don’t worry; at the Historic Smithton Inn, we take food very seriously! …
pouring wine
Ephrata PA is a fantastic small town in Lancaster County, PA, also known as Amish Country or PA Dutch Country.  Ephrata (pronounced Eff-ra-ta) is located in the northern part of the county and is best known for being home to the Ephrata Cloister.  Rich in history, tradition, and scenic beauty, this Amish small town is …
Stone Building
Historic Smithton Inn Voted Best Bed and Breakfast Lancaster PA in Susquehanna Style “Best of 2023” contest   The Historic Smithton Inn Bed and Breakfast is thrilled to make an exciting announcement.  Our northern Lancaster County B&B has been named the Best Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster PA.  Susquehanna Style Magazine hosted the annual “Best …
Fireworks
4th of July is a seemingly odd holiday for restaurant closures.  It’s not a religious holiday like Christmas where the restaurant owners are giving staff off to be with family and celebrate the occasion.  I guess it’s a bit more like Thanksgiving which isn’t a religious holiday, but rather it’s a day where families tend …

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