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York is a city in the Susquehanna Valley region of southern Pennsylvania. It is billed as the "factory tour capital of the world" for its numerous factory tours. It was a major city in U.S. revolutionary history as well, hosting the Continental Congress for a time. It is often viewed by locals as the first capital of the United States but it is unsure if this is actually true because it was never officially named the capital and it was only viewed as the capital because the Articles of Confederation were adopted in the York County Courthouse.
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part of the historical center complex.
A dairy farm with the option to pet cows and eat ice cream.
Come see where America's favorite motorcycles are made. Tours are free and last about one hour (M-F 9AM-2PM). Please dress appropriately for factory tours. Reservations requested for group of 10 or more. Children under the age of 12 are not allowed on the factory tour.
Take a tour of the world's largest weight lifting producer that is used by Olympic athletes and found all around the world. Also visit the weight lifting hall of fame.
An independent minor league baseball team that plays in the Atlantic League. They play at PeoplesBank Park in downtown York. Season lasts from May to September.
York Fair Grounds
The York Expo Center hosts many events throughout the year including the York Fair in September which is America's longest running public fair.
Go see performances from local and national stars on stage. Ticket prices are fair since this is a non-profit organization.
The coolest fun around York. It has ice skating classes, free skates, a concession stand, and there is an ice rink to watch local and high school games.
Trails and natural history exhibits.
Cousler Park is a fun time for everyone, with a running track, six basketball courts, a pond for fishing and skating in the winter, three playgrounds, six baseball fields, and multiple soccer fields.
A park on the east end of town, amazing fun for everyone. It has a long jogging track, a huge playground, multiple soccer and baseball fields. Basketball courts, and an outdoor hockey rink. It even has a summer festival called Saturday in Park with tons of food trucks and a brilliant Fire Work Show.
Fun for the entire family, eat at the pub, or for more finder dining Iron Woods. A golf course voted one of Pennsylvania's best and in the winter time a snow tubing experience that can't be forgotten at Avalanche Express. There is also a miniature golf course and summer kids camps. Heritage Hills even has a spa and hair stylist.
Established 1892 it is one of York's Premiere Golf Courses. It also has one of the best restaurants in all of York. It also has a driving range, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a pub for after a long day of golf.
Two great bowling alleys with fun for everyone. It has the lanes available for rent and league play. A bar for those of age, a concession stand, and an arcade.
It has HD screens and extremely comfortable chairs.
Numerous food stalls perfect for lunch time browsing. Reasonable prices ($3-6).
This building dates back to 1860 and is one of the finest restaurants in York, famous for the delicious cream of crab soup.
Delicious food at affordable prices. Everything from Quesidilla's to their famous crab pretzels
Rutters is a staple in York and all over south central Pennsylvania. You can get everything from a dozen eggs to some made-to-order sandwiches. They are all over York for your convenience and some are even equipped with gas stations and car washes making it all more the convenient.
Round the Clock Diner, open literally around the clock. A typical diner with a long menu and many choices. The food is delicious and cheap. A great place for Saturday and Sunday morning breakfast.
With multiple locations across York, Roburrito's has gained a reputation amongst locals as an excellent low-cost burrito diner.
One of several hibachi locations in York. This one is the best but also the most expensive. The staff is energetic and obviously love their job. Come on one of the weekend nights, and be thirsty. They have squeeze bottles filled with sake and they're not afraid to use them.
Another hibachi joint in York. This one has the distinction of being the least expensive. The food is great, on par with Fujihana. The place is quiet if you come to sit with your friends to chat, something Fujihana can't match.
Mexican/Italian fusion restaurant. Order pizza and tacos at the same place!
One of the best Mexican restaurants in York. The atmosphere is upbeat and the employees are friendly. The food is fantastic. It's attached to a Quality Inn, so be on the lookout or you may miss it.
Wings, prime rib, steaks, seafood.
A bar, Drink specials on Thursday and Saturday 8PM-midnight, DJ dance party Tu-Sa. Friday Happy Hour and free food at the buffet.
All guests are welcome to use the large indoor pool, restaurant & bar, the high-speed internet in all of the redesigned guest rooms, cable TV, and all rooms are non-smoking. Great rates are available for great customer service and rooms.
All rooms include a microwave and mini-fridge, and complimentary Wi-fi. Free hot breakfast.
This hotel features country-style décor, free high speed internet, an indoor pool and fitness center.
All rooms include cable and premium TV channels, a refrigerator, and free internet access.
Free Wi-Fi, valet parking, washer and dryer, and two on site restaurants (including one that is rated four diamonds by AAA) are at the three-star Yorktowne Hotel. As of August 2022, the hotel is closed as it undergoes renovation.
All guests can enjoy a free hot continental breakfast, free high-speed wired and wireless internet, and the indoor heated pool.
One of the nicest hotels in York, with many other amenities offered. Never a dull day in Heritage Hills, it has the Serenity Spa, a golf course voted one of the best in Pennsylvania, miniature golf, a driving range, avalanche express snow tubing in the winter time, and it has two restaurants.
Stauffer's cookies are sold from an outlet store in downtown York.
formerly West Manchester Mall
Go shopping, have dinner, and catch a newly released movie all in the same location.
A great two-story mall with a food court, Boscov's, Gold's Gym and Marshalls. Great fun for everyone. It has something for everyone and even has an arcade.
York has no local international airport, but nearby Harrisburg has the Harrisburg International Airport. For more direct flights, people can fly into BWI airport in Baltimore, or possibly to Philadelphia.
Read in the guideWalking is the easiest way to explore the downtown area, as everything is close enough together.75/hr).
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