Discover Nearby Attractions

While you're here for the competition at Elizabethtown College, be sure to check out the nearby delights in Hershey and Lancaster. From chocolate-themed thrills and gardens in Hershey to historic theaters and farm‑fresh food in Lancaster, there's something fun for every age.

Hershey, PA (15-minute drive)

• The Hershey Story Museum: Dive into Milton Hershey’s legacy through interactive exhibits, chocolate tastings, and a Chocolate Lab where you can create and wrap your own candy bar.

• Hershey Gardens & Butterfly Atrium: Spread across 23 acres of themed gardens, including a rose garden with thousands of blooms and an indoor atrium with over 300 butterflies – a beautiful, relaxing stop.

• Hershey Trolley Works: Enjoy a 45‑ to 75‑minute narrated trolley tour of the town—complete with singing conductors and seasonal themes that bring local history to life.

• AACA Museum: Even non-car fans will appreciate this Smithsonian-affiliated museum featuring vintage autos, this and tool exhibits offer a fascinating look at transportation history.

Lancaster, PA (25-minute drive)

• Lancaster Central Market: The oldest continuously operating public market in the U.S. (est. 1730), is housed in a historic 1889 Romanesque Revival building and features over 65 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, global cuisine, and Pennsylvania Dutch specialties, open Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6 AM to 3 PM.

• Amish Country Tours: Guided experiences through authentic farmhouse settings and scenic countryside, with options like bus rides, buggy tours, and visits to working farms—including stops at places like the Amish Farm & House, The Amish Village, and more—some featuring home-cooked meals, schoolhouse visits, and artisan shops.