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York PA HotelsYork, Pennsylvania extends its classic Small Town hospitality to you by having a well planned public transportation system to take you to the many museums, stadiums, restaurants, attractions, and nightclubs throughout the area. There are many things to do to enhance your visit to this city in Pennsylvania.



York, Pennsylvania has The Industrial and Agricultural Museum featuring a variety of exhibits for you to enjoy while you're visiting the area. The The Industrial and Agricultural Museum is near many area restaurants and nightclubs. You'll also find attractions like The Bonham House and The York County Colonial Courthouse offering you an enhanced traveling experience to enjoy during your visit to York Pennsylvania.

York, PA offers top end luxury in many of its hotels. These include The Four Points by Sheraton and Heritage Hills Golf Resort and Conference Center which are all located in the area and within a short distance to many area attractions, nightclubs, and restaurants serving food at reasonable prices waiting to be explored during your visit to this city in Pennsylvania.

York PA nightlifeYork, Pennsylvania has a variety of live music venues featuring local and national acts. Nightclubs, martini lounges, pubs, music venues, comedy clubs, and pool halls throughout the area makes sure there's always something fun to do. These venues include Fat Daddy's, Chapps at the Hill, and The Velvet Rope offering a variety of entertainment experiences. The opportunities to enjoy some great times with a special someone or to meet new friends can easily be yours during your visit.


York DiningYork, Pennsylvania has great restaurants, bistros, breweries, and taverns offering a variety of menus. Some top restaurants are able to compete favorably in service and food with more famous worldwide establishments. Among these restaurants, we suggest you visit The Left Bank Restaurant and Bar, The White Rose Bar and Grill, and San Carlo's and The Hop Restaurant for a wonderful dining experience. With so many choices, your pallet will never be dissatisfied during your visit to York.



York is a historical City. York, PA provides many opportunities to explore you're the revolutionary war period while you're visiting the area. There are also a number of recreational areas like The Heritage Rail Trail County Park, The John Rudy County Park, and The Rocky Ridge County Park along with numerous trails offering plenty of space to roam throughout the area. Good times are abundant in York Pennsylvania.


A simple walk through downtown York, PA is an incredible journey. In a few blocks, you'll encounter three centuries of American history and learn the stories of immigrant pioneers, Revolutionary War soldiers, 19th-century farmers, and modern-day craftspeople. You'll get to know the fascinating lives of military heroes, business tycoons and factory workers. You'll admire a beautifully preserved downtown and meet friendly Yorkers along the way.


Visiting historic downtown York with its easy access, abundant parking, broad sidewalks, and helpful signs is a snap. But that's York, a place where a simple and convenient visit turns out to be an unforgettable experience.

Visitors Center

The Downtown York Visitors Center is managed by the York County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Conveniently located at 149 W. Market Street in downtown, the visitors center is easily accessible to those who travel to downtown by auto, bike or on foot. The center is open seven days a week from 9:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and extended hours during downtown events.

The York County Heritage Trust operates a satellite gift shop within the center as well, where patrons will find a wide variety of gifts and collectibles related to York.



Walking Tour of Historic York

The first-ever self-guided walking tour booklet for Historic Downtown York is available for sale at a variety of attractions, restaurants, shops and area visitors centers. This user-friendly booklet features short historic narratives, exterior photos and an easy-to-use map indicating the location of the 34 landmark sites selected for the tour. each site is marked with a keystone-shaped "Historic York Walking Tour" pewtarex plaque. The booklets sell for $1 and proceeds are earmarked for brochure reprinting and walking tour promotion. Brochures can be ordered through the mail by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and $1 to Main Street York, 14 West Market Street, York, PA 17401

Attractions & Points of Interest

A simple walk through downtown York is an incredible journey. In a few blocks, you'll encounter three centuries of American history and learn the stories of immigrant pioneers, Revolutionary War soldiers, 19th-century farmers, and modern-day craftspeople. You'll get to know the fascinating lives of military heroes, business tycoons and factory workers. You'll admire a beautifully preserved downtown and meet friendly Yorkers along the way.

Visiting historic downtown York with its easy access, abundant parking, broad sidewalks, and helpful signs is a snap. But that's York, a place where a simple and convenient visit turns out to be an unforgettable experience.

Agricultural Museum of York County
480 E. Market St., 717-848-1587.
collection reflects rich agricultural heritage of York County.

Bonham House
152 E. Market St., 717-848-1587.
Victorian townhouse once owned by artist Horace Bonham.

Central Market House
W. Philadelphia & N. Beaver Sts., 717-848-2243.
Century-old farmers market

Farmer's Market
380 W. Market St., 717-848-1402.
Opened in 1866, York's oldest, operating market.

Fire Museum of York County
757 W. Market St., 717-843-0464.
Two centuries of firefighting equipment on display.

Golden Plough Tavern; General Horatio Gates House; Barnett Bobb Log Home
157 W. Market St., 717-845-2951.
Eighteenth Century museum complex including York's oldest building.

Industrial Museum of York County
217 W. Princess St., 717-846-6452.
Collection reflects diversified industrial heritage of York County.

Martin Library
159 E. Market St., 717-846-5300.
York's historic downtown library with Internet access

Murals of York
Contact 717-812-0722, for additional information.

Police Heritage Museum
54 W. Market St., 717-845-COPS.
Displaying 250 years of law enforcement history.
www.phm.yorkcity.org

Strand Capitol Performing Arts Center
50 N. George St., 717-846-1111.
Concerts, plays, shows and films, call for information.
www.strandcapitol.org

The Historical Society of York County Museum & Library
250 E. Market St., 717-848-1587.
York's finest museum, genealogical library and historic sites.

Visitors Center
149 W. Market St., 717-669-4430.
Open 7days. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Worker's House Museum,
470 E. Market St., 717-852-7007.
Focusing on everyday life of factory worker's family.

York County Colonial Courthouse
205 W. Market St., 717-845-2951.
Continental Congress adopted Articles of Confederation here in 1777.

York County Convention & Visitors Bureau
One Market Way East, 717-848-4000.
Promoting York's attractions, restaurants and accommodations.

York Imperial Tour & Convention Coordinators
149 W. Market St., 717-755-0349.
Guided downtown tours for groups, seminars and conventions.

Susan P. Byrnes Health Education Center
515 South George St., 717-848-3064.
Interactive health education programs for children and adults. www.byrneshec.com


Factory Tours

Harley-Davidson Motor Co. York Vehicle Operations

1425 Eden Road
York, PA
1-877-746-7937
http://www.harley-davidson.com

Tour Availability: 9 am-2pm Monday-Friday
Over the summer, the Vaughn L. Beals Tour Center will be open Saturdays 9 am - 12 pm, with the exception of July 5. (The new Saturday hours do not include factory tours, which are offered only on weekdays.)

Admission Fee: No Reservations Required: See below
Guided: Yes Outlet: Souvenir Shop
Minimum Age: Yes Cameras Allowed

Witness a legend in the making at Harley-Davidson's York Vehicle Operations. The Vaughn L. Beals Tour Center features exhibits that detail the plant's history, assembly and manufacturing processes, and Custom Vehicle Operations. It also includes sit-on bikes, a souvenir shop, theater and children's area. The plant tour begins with a brief movie in the theater and then journeys through various manufacturing and assembly areas on the shop floor where you'll learn about the people, processes and products of York.

Tours begin at regular intervals between the hours of 9 am and 2 pm Monday through Friday. Free tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for each day's available tours. It is recommended that you arrive early in the day. Groups of 10 or more are required to make a reservation by calling 717-852-6590.

All tour guests over age 18 must present a valid government-issued photo ID, pass through a metal detector and complete a tour registration card. Packages (backpacks, camera bags, etc.) are not permitted in the plant. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Children under 12 are not permitted in the plant.

Souvenir shop and Tour Center hours are from 8 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday, and 9 am to 12 pm Saturdays.
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