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    Abe's Buggy Rides

    4.7 (118 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Renzo M.

    A must If you are in the area !! No better way to enjoy the Amish culture that taking a buggy ride. Good price and enjoyable ride. Driver was open for questions and helped us learn more about the culture !

    Jessica S.

    Lancaster is a wholesome place, and we really couldn't have been luckier to have Paul as our driver & his horse Big Ben. We took a 60-min buggy ride through the countryside. Paul was an excellent guide and a library of information about local history, farms & businesses. The entire landscape is scenic, quiet & peaceful. During our ride, we saw Amish doing their daily work, passed Amish riding on their buggies & scooters, saw traditional schoolhouses, drove over bridges & streams, and saw plenty of farm animals. Paul even invited my nephew to drive the buggy! We also stopped at a bake shop for homemade ice cream made from local dairy cows. Note: It's been 25 years since my last visit to Lancaster & it was all the more special to come with family. We arrived on Monday when there was hardly any tourists. My advice is to visit Lancaster Monday - Wednesday to avoid the crowds & enjoy the very best that Lancaster has to offer.

    Krys G.

    Everyone needs to experience the Amish life! I have wanted to do this for a long time. We were the first to arrive and bought our tickets. Elizabeth a very nice Amish lady took us for our tour. She was such a good tour guide and told us so much about the Amish life and the area. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The ride lasted around 45 minutes. The countryside is beautiful. The farm had a few animals you could feed and take pictures of. The goats were adorable. There was also a big playground and picnic area. Plenty of parking. They are closed on Sundays.

    Tiffany F.

    We arrived 20 minutes before they were about to close and they still took us out, no problem. Our tour guides name was Elizabeth, she was very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was a good price. We didn't utilize the other services as it was late but I saw they had barn animals and a playground there. Definitely recommend. We had a 3/6 year old and did the shortest tour and it was just enough for the experience (and the most our 3 year old would sit for haha).

    I arrived here about half an hour after they opened, and there were not many people. I opted for the 2-mile ride. This was a basic buggy ride, just to give you a feel of what it's like to ride in a buggy.

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    Michelle T.

    As you drive down the country roads in rural Pennsylvania, you might notice several Amish buggies going by. People are very careful as they drive past them because horses can be unpredictable at times. With that being said, so many of us have wanted to take a ride on one of the buggies. That's where Abe's Buggy Rides comes into the picture. Abe's is located in the countryside of Bird In Hand, Pennsylvania! When you drive by, you'll see a sign to let you know that you've found the right place! Continue toward the back of the property and park your vehicle. There are two driveways, so make sure that you turn into the right one. If you turn into the wrong driveway, you'll end up at someone else's home. When you exit your vehicle, you'll be greeted by some super sweet Amish ladies. You can ride anywhere from 2 to 6.5 miles or you can choose a one hour journey. We paid with cash so I'm not sure if they have a machine to take debit or credit cards. Many Amish businesses that deal with the public take bank cards so I'm assuming that Abe's might too. We paid for a 2 mile ride with Paul as our guide. The first thing that you'll notice is that these buggies are different from the traditional ones that Amish ride in. Amish buggies are completely enclosed and you cannot see inside from any angle. These ones have clear sliding windows for tourists to see their surroundings. That's how you can tell the difference between Amish owned buggies and the buggies that are meant for tours. We had a wonderful time as we passed by various homes in the community. We learned that Amish people have become slightly modernized as they utilize solar energy. Also, they do hire drivers to take them to the store and so on. We did notice that many people were farming by hand or using manual farm equipment. They're very hardworking people. We passed by an Amish school and it was a single room classroom. It was interesting to see young kids playing with older teens. Also, we quickly learned how to identify Amish homes vs homes occupied by non Amish people. We basically learned a lot more about Amish people than we thought that we knew before. We've got a lot to learn from people who haven't been jaded by modern advancements in this world. I can definitely see why this tour is so highly rated! If we are back in the area, I'd love to go for another buggy ride through the countryside one more time!

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    Ryan M.

    Throughout our busy lives, there is a small community that continues on without major care of what we do. While we are busy on our electronic devices, posting social media images, or simply writing reviews on the internet; there are some who just read through newspaper and continue the hard work that they have done for generations. Who are these people?! They are the Amish/Mennonite Community. The one major image of the Amish/Mennonite Community is: Their Buggy!! With major positive reviews, there was one that my wife and I had to visit with no questions asked: Abe's Buggy Rides in Bird in Hand, PA. Yes, you heard me! My wife and I are in Pennsylvania for our Spring Break Vacation. When we arrived back home, one of my goals was to start my first review with Abe's Buggy Rides. We had done so much on the East Coast that this ranked #1 on my list. Located on the sound side of Pennsylvania Route 340 (Old Philadelphia Pike), you can't miss that sign that says, Abe's Buggy Rides. If you are coming from the east on Route 340, you may have to make a U-Turn as it is a one lane each way road. Parking is on the rear of the house. Parking will be quite tight as there are about 8-10 spots. As the season gets warmer, Abe's Buggy Rides will get quite famous and busy throughout the day. With the help of Yelp, Abes Buggy Rides was highly recommended. When we parked, we saw an open buggy parked behind the house. Little did I know there were more on the property. I walked to a little shack that had souvenirs and a pricing board for the Buggy Rides. There are different routes/pricing for the time available. These range from 2 Miles to 6.5 ($15 to $65 per adult/$7 to $20 per kids/Kids Under 3 are Free). We took the simple amount of 2 miles ($15 per adult). No Tax on top of the purchase. We were brought the rear of the property and met our Buggy Handler, Paul. Our horse of the day: Ricky. First off, Paul, is a Mennonite and while he is of a similar religion. He felt like the lost relative that we have no relationship with. He took us on a trip around the neighborhood while still being caught with the traffic of something called...Automobiles. The Buggy was made of metal with an enclosure. It also had power windows. I mean, you slide the window with your hand. Paul was super personal with us and very open to all our questions. My wife and Paul could make a gossip group. The short trip alone was worth the experience just with Paul. He took us around the neighborhood to see an Amish School, neighborhood, and farm. There were conversations that I won't mention, but my wife may or may not on her review. While they were having intense conversations, Ricky was leaving a lot of his business on the road; if you know what I mean. While I may have paid for a short 20 minute trip, it didn't feel like 20 minutes, it felt MUCH LONGER! Paul felt very comfortable with us to do stuff for us during our buggy ride. As our buggy ride came to an end, Paul reminded us to use the complimentary restroom and to take a tour of the property as there is an animal farm. You can buy some animal snack for $0.25 cents each. They have some goats, roosters, and miniature horses you can take photos and pet. If you have kids/children, Abe's Buggy Rides has a playground if all the Buggies have been out and you may have to wait. As we were leaving, I gave Paul a kind tip: $2 Bills. He was very happy to see them as it is rare to see them. Especially...when they are NEW $2 crisp Bills. My wife and I, if....actually, WHEN, we come back, we have to see Paul again. One of the nicest and honest guys at Abe's Buggy Rides. We saw some other tours who didn't have a constant interaction and just let the driver/handler, just show them around when they needed more of a friend. If you are in Amish Country or more specifically, Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania, go to the best of Amish Buggy Rides: Abe's Buggy Rides and ask for Paul! The Journey you've made is a story you've made alone. Yesterday, we learn; Today, we make decisions; Tomorrow, we set our future. Together we are ONE. Our stories will define who we are and how we fit in the ever changing puzzle of life. We Yelp and We are Yelp!

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    Absolutely a great experience. The buggy driver was knowledgeable and super nice. The price is reasonable. Highly recommended.

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    Half hour ride was very relaxing and enjoyable. Barbie, our driver was very friendly and pleasant conversationalist.

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    My husband and I went to Abe's on sept 28 2024 we did the 4.5 mile ride Stephen King he did a great job the experience was great thank u

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    Our driver Paul was very nice and friendly. We definitely enjoyed the ride. The ride puts you in a very peaceful environment.

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    Family visit from New York, Paul was a excellent driver and friendly. Kids loved the horse and carriage ride

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    Ask the Community - Abe's Buggy Rides

    How many people can ride inside the buggy? Is there a weight limit?

    No major weight limit, but I have seen a family of 5 (2 Parents, three kids) go on. I am big guy I took half of one side.

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    The Amish Farm and House - Inside Amish house

    The Amish Farm and House

    4.4(203 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I'm so happy we got to visit this farmhouse and take the tour. It was very entertaining and…read moreeducational. If you're visiting the area, this is a must do. We got to learn a lot about the Amish community, how they live and how they farm. The tour of the land was beautiful and we really enjoyed getting to see the animals.

    We enjoyed the experience. My "Lancaster bucket list" included a covered bridge. Check. The…read moreMiller's Farm Bridge is the result of two bridges that were going to be destroyed. The bridge is beautiful. Sheep and cows graze beside it. If you walk along the white fenced area, you can see The Amish Farm and House. This location is contrary. You can see a pretty farm area that is directly beside stores. There are various tour tickets available. I suggest the self tour and grabbing a bite at the BBQ barn. The bus tour is convenient if you don't want to research anything on your own. We planned our Lancaster visit with YouTube and google. There is something to be said for having someone drive you around this beautiful area. However, the stops are chosen for you. There is a better selection of shopping at the markets and smaller shops. If you are on the bus, you are in competition with everyone else trying to quickly purchase souvenirs in 20 minutes. If you decide to take a tour, don't buy a ticket on Sunday. The shops are closed and the tour is different. The house was interesting but I enjoyed the outside of the house at Old Windmill Farm. That was real. This has a "museum" feel. The displays are filled with facts and pictures. You can purchase a book in the gift shop that can explain Amish life. I prefer seeing and taking pictures. There are some beautiful photo opps on the property. There is a life sized cow you can "milk." There are limited, but adorable animals on the property. The goats are hilarious. There are animal approved snack bags you can buy for $1 in the gift shop. The goats climb stairs and walk across the bridge. The sheep make a perfect background by the covered bridge. There are play areas for children. Most things are wood - be careful about splinters. The wood photo cutouts were funny. The gift shop had a few Amish hats, crafted items and home made jams and other canned items. I found more items at flea markets and Kitchen Kettle Village. This place is worth visiting. The best way to end the self guided tour is with some food at a picnic table and a stroll by the covered bridge.

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    The Turkey Hill Experience - Entry area ~ 4.6.26

    The Turkey Hill Experience

    3.9(366 reviews)
    16.8 mi
    $$

    I was gonna take my daughter to North Museum of Nature and Science...but the tickets were sold out…read moreon Easter morning. Then I found Turkey Hill Ice cream Experience only 30min away from Lancaster, and decided to visit. We bought the double scoop experience (comes with ice cream test lab) and obviously that was the highlight of the place! The test lab is about 45min experience and the whole thing with self-guided tour takes about 1hr 30min to 2 hours depending how crowded it is. The visit was fun and of course my 5-year-old daughter had a great time eating tons of ice cream!

    Visted on the 4th of July, perfect tourist attraction for locals and all ages…read more Even being solo for the experience, with families and kids was relaxing, and pleasent. Admission prices are reasonable, and who doesnt love unlimited samples of iced tea, and lemonade, icecream on a hot day. Vistors have a choice between one scoop, two scoop, or three scoop attraction. I choose one scoop; hilights of my visit- learning history of Turkey Hill, process of icecream being made, creating a virtual icecream flavor, watching the production , live from interactive camera in one of the exhibits. Be sure to take the few moments, to watch the introduction video. My favorite ice cream sample flavors were Graham Slam & Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake. An attraction must, well visiting Lancaster, PA. My recommendation would be too sell a few more flavors that you offer , with unlimited tastings. My favorite was orange icedtea.

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    Chadds Ford Historical Society - Barn Visitor Center

    Chadds Ford Historical Society

    1.5(2 reviews)
    33.6 mi

    What a gorgeous day for the Massive Barn Market. Apparently tripled in size this year! Parking was…read morebedlam, food trucks ran out of food and not enough port-a-potties (25 min. + Lines)..Do not think I'll be back. One plus hours to get .3 miles up hill from Baltimore Pike to parking entrance - one police officer until PA State trooper showed up with no where to turn around and high tail it out, basically trapped:( Please organize better & get the word out that you have! For over 7,000 people attending ~ yikes.

    Came here for Chadds Ford Day as a day trip for my job and had an overall unpleasant experience…read more Enjoyed the food trucks and the different venders selling art, jewelry, and such but getting in was a hassle. Didn't get handicap parking when we needed it. So we had to walk a good distance while pushing a wheel chair to get to the entrance. I didn't know they only accepted cash and not card so once I arrived to the ticket stand the lady sitting at the stand told me they had a ATM machine and where to find it but refused to let me use it, which I couldn't understand. When I asked if I could use it to pay for my ticket she literally laughed at me and told me no I could not use their ATM machine and would not tell me why, she then assisted the person behind me in line. Another lady approached me and ended up having a free voucher ticket and gave it to me. I don't have any plans on ever coming back here for any event that is held.

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