Things to Do in Bird-in-Hand by AmishView Inn & Suites
Nestled in the rolling farmland of Lancaster County, the small village of Bird-in-Hand is one of the most charming destinations in all of Amish Country. As Pennsylvania’s most beloved hotel, AmishView Inn & Suites is located right here in Bird-in-Hand — meaning you can step outside your door and be immersed in authentic Amish culture, local food, outdoor adventures, and unique shopping experiences from the moment you arrive.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or a fun-filled family getaway, there is no shortage of things to do in Bird-in-Hand, PA.
Explore Amish Country from the Heart of Lancaster County
On Plain and Fancy Farm in Bird-in-Hand
AmishView Inn & Suites is located on Plain & Fancy Farm. There are so many great experiences just steps away from AmishView including Amish buggy rides to tasty food and drinks.
Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm
Right outside the lobby of our Bird-in-Hand hotel, Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm serves authentic smoked meats, PA Dutch and American fare, and local beers, wines, and spirits. Open 7 days a week, this popular establishment accepts both reservations and walk-ins.
Browse 5,000 square feet of home décor, kitchen items, jams, jellies, and Miller’s Bakery shoofly pies and whoopie pies. A great spot to pick up a piece of Lancaster County to take home.
Climb aboard for an authentic Amish buggy ride through the real backroads of Lancaster County. Tour a private Amish dairy farm and hear stories from local, mostly Amish drivers. Rides are available rain or shine.
Walk next door to explore guided Amish farmland tours, the Amish House & One-Room School, and the immersive “Jacob’s Choice” theater experience. VIP tours offer a rare chance to visit Amish homes and share a meal with community members.
Right outside the lobby of our Bird-in-Hand hotel, Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm serves authentic smoked meats, PA Dutch and American fare, and local beers, wines, and spirits. Open 7 days a week, this popular establishment accepts both reservations and walk-ins.
Browse 5,000 square feet of home décor, kitchen items, jams, jellies, and Miller’s Bakery shoofly pies and whoopie pies. A great spot to pick up a piece of Lancaster County to take home.
Climb aboard for an authentic Amish buggy ride through the real backroads of Lancaster County. Tour a private Amish dairy farm and hear stories from local, mostly Amish drivers. Rides are available rain or shine.
Walk next door to explore guided Amish farmland tours, the Amish House & One-Room School, and the immersive “Jacob’s Choice” theater experience. VIP tours offer a rare chance to visit Amish homes and share a meal with community members.
Right outside the lobby of our Bird-in-Hand hotel, Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm serves authentic smoked meats, PA Dutch and American fare, and local beers, wines, and spirits. Open 7 days a week, this popular establishment accepts both reservations and walk-ins.
Browse 5,000 square feet of home décor, kitchen items, jams, jellies, and Miller’s Bakery shoofly pies and whoopie pies. A great spot to pick up a piece of Lancaster County to take home.
Climb aboard for an authentic Amish buggy ride through the real backroads of Lancaster County. Tour a private Amish dairy farm and hear stories from local, mostly Amish drivers. Rides are available rain or shine.
Walk next door to explore guided Amish farmland tours, the Amish House & One-Room School, and the immersive “Jacob’s Choice” theater experience. VIP tours offer a rare chance to visit Amish homes and share a meal with community members.
The scenic farmlands and rolling countryside around Bird-in-Hand offer plenty of ways to get outside and explore.
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Soar above Lancaster County’s iconic patchwork farmland! Plan the perfect couples getaway or other adventure at Lancaster Balloon Rides — departing from right here in Bird-in-Hand!
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival and Country Fair takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Explore Lancaster County’s scenic bike trails or ride the bicycle-friendly roads right through Bird-in-Hand. The Ice Cream Lover’s Bike Ride Trail, featuring the Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop as a stop, starts just minutes away.
A few miles from AmishView, Kauffman Orchards offers u-pick fruit, a corn maze, animals to pet, and a wide variety of fresh-picked apple varieties. Their u-pick opens with strawberries in late May, continues in the summer with cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, and pears, and ends in the fall with apples and pumpkins.
Take aim at a fun and memorable Lancaster County experience at Lancaster Archery Academy. Beginners and experienced archers alike can sign up for a class, rent a bow and shooting lane, or sharpen their skills in a welcoming their ranges (outdoor, indoor and virtual). It is an enjoyable activity for couples, families, and groups looking for something unique to do near Bird-in-Hand.
See Lancaster County from a new angle with a fun scooter tour through the villages of Bird-in-Hand and Intercourse. A great option for adventurous couples and families who want a little more excitement with their sightseeing.
Soar above Lancaster County’s iconic patchwork farmland! Plan the perfect couples getaway or other adventure at Lancaster Balloon Rides — departing from right here in Bird-in-Hand!
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival and Country Fair takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Explore Lancaster County’s scenic bike trails or ride the bicycle-friendly roads right through Bird-in-Hand. The Ice Cream Lover’s Bike Ride Trail, featuring the Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop as a stop, starts just minutes away.
A few miles from AmishView, Kauffman Orchards offers u-pick fruit, a corn maze, animals to pet, and a wide variety of fresh-picked apple varieties. Their u-pick opens with strawberries in late May, continues in the summer with cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, and pears, and ends in the fall with apples and pumpkins.
Take aim at a fun and memorable Lancaster County experience at Lancaster Archery Academy. Beginners and experienced archers alike can sign up for a class, rent a bow and shooting lane, or sharpen their skills in a welcoming their ranges (outdoor, indoor and virtual). It is an enjoyable activity for couples, families, and groups looking for something unique to do near Bird-in-Hand.
See Lancaster County from a new angle with a fun scooter tour through the villages of Bird-in-Hand and Intercourse. A great option for adventurous couples and families who want a little more excitement with their sightseeing.
Soar above Lancaster County’s iconic patchwork farmland! Plan the perfect couples getaway or other adventure at Lancaster Balloon Rides — departing from right here in Bird-in-Hand!
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival and Country Fair takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Explore Lancaster County’s scenic bike trails or ride the bicycle-friendly roads right through Bird-in-Hand. The Ice Cream Lover’s Bike Ride Trail, featuring the Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop as a stop, starts just minutes away.
A few miles from AmishView, Kauffman Orchards offers u-pick fruit, a corn maze, animals to pet, and a wide variety of fresh-picked apple varieties. Their u-pick opens with strawberries in late May, continues in the summer with cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, and pears, and ends in the fall with apples and pumpkins.
Take aim at a fun and memorable Lancaster County experience at Lancaster Archery Academy. Beginners and experienced archers alike can sign up for a class, rent a bow and shooting lane, or sharpen their skills in a welcoming their ranges (outdoor, indoor and virtual). It is an enjoyable activity for couples, families, and groups looking for something unique to do near Bird-in-Hand.
See Lancaster County from a new angle with a fun scooter tour through the villages of Bird-in-Hand and Intercourse. A great option for adventurous couples and families who want a little more excitement with their sightseeing.
Discover festivals, live entertainment, seasonal celebrations, and community events happening in Bird-in-Hand and nearby.
Lancaster County Carriage & Antique Auction
Held annually on the last Friday and Saturday of June, this beloved mud sale and auction in Bird-in-Hand features carriages, quilts, crafts, mini-horses, food, and more — all benefiting the Bird-in-Hand Volunteer Fire Company.
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Right here at Plain & Fancy Farm, observe blacksmith demonstrations, see horse washing, learn about horse care, experience Chalk Talk with Elva, watch various local crafts be made and more.
The 3rd weekend in June starting on Friday experience a country fair with fireworks, kids pedal tractor pull, music, games, and of course lots of food!
The first weekend in December is the Christmas Market in Intercourse. Filled with local vendors from food to gifts as well as carolers, dancers, and festive live performances.
Held annually on the last Friday and Saturday of June, this beloved mud sale and auction in Bird-in-Hand features carriages, quilts, crafts, mini-horses, food, and more — all benefiting the Bird-in-Hand Volunteer Fire Company.
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Right here at Plain & Fancy Farm, observe blacksmith demonstrations, see horse washing, learn about horse care, experience Chalk Talk with Elva, watch various local crafts be made and more.
The 3rd weekend in June starting on Friday experience a country fair with fireworks, kids pedal tractor pull, music, games, and of course lots of food!
The first weekend in December is the Christmas Market in Intercourse. Filled with local vendors from food to gifts as well as carolers, dancers, and festive live performances.
Held annually on the last Friday and Saturday of June, this beloved mud sale and auction in Bird-in-Hand features carriages, quilts, crafts, mini-horses, food, and more — all benefiting the Bird-in-Hand Volunteer Fire Company.
In fact, every September, the Annual Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place right here in Bird-in-Hand — a spectacular weekend event featuring colorful balloon launches, food, family fun, and an evening laser show.
Right here at Plain & Fancy Farm, observe blacksmith demonstrations, see horse washing, learn about horse care, experience Chalk Talk with Elva, watch various local crafts be made and more.
The 3rd weekend in June starting on Friday experience a country fair with fireworks, kids pedal tractor pull, music, games, and of course lots of food!
The first weekend in December is the Christmas Market in Intercourse. Filled with local vendors from food to gifts as well as carolers, dancers, and festive live performances.
AmishView Inn & Suites ranks among the top Bird-in-Hand hotels for couples, families, and anyone seeking an authentic Lancaster County escape. With a complimentary hot breakfast, comfortable rooms, and an on-site dining and entertainment complex, we make it easy to relax and discover. We’re not just the area’s preferred Bird-in-Hand hotel – we’re an award-winning, nationally acclaimed establishment.
Book your stay today and experience everything Bird-in-Hand and Lancaster County have to offer.
