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Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster

Indoor playground, Amusement center, Children's camp, Children's museum, Museum, Non-profit organization, Tourist attraction in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Price Range:  $$

About this business

Address: 721 Landis Valley Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601

Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster in Lancaster, Pennsylvania offers an interactive playground experience with both indoor and outdoor play areas designed for young children. The facility features various themed play stations including a construction zone, animal hospital, and a farm setting where kids can engage in imaginative play and hands-on activities. The outdoor space includes tricycle paths, climbing structures, and bubble stations, though some visitors note that maintenance and cleanliness could be improved across both indoor and outdoor areas.

Hours Open

MondayClosed
Tuesday9AM-5PM
Wednesday9AM-5PM
Thursday9AM-5PM
Friday9AM-5PM
Saturday9AM-5PM
Sunday9AM-3PM

What People Are Saying

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Energy BurningMany reviews highlight the playground's ability to tire out children, with comments like "great place to let your children get energy out" and descriptions of various active play areas.

Toddler AreaSeveral reviews mention activities suitable for toddlers, and one review specifically recommends the place for children aged 1-6, suggesting a dedicated toddler area is likely.

Food & SnacksSome reviews mention snacks and drinks available for purchase, while others do not mention any food options, indicating an inconsistent presence of food services.

PartiesReviews explicitly mention birthday party celebrations held at the venue, suggesting birthday party events are hosted. Specific party packages are not detailed in the reviews.

PricesAdmission prices vary depending on the time of day and number of adults and children. Reviews mention prices ranging from $9 to $33 for a family visit.

activities

ActivitiesMultiple reviews mention various activities such as a play area, art class, construction zone, animal hospital, tractor, and several other play stations, indicating a variety of activities are available.

Not Noted

Adult SpaceThe reviews do not mention any adult-specific spaces like lounges, cafes, bars, massage chairs, or alcohol services.

cleanliness

CleanlinessReviews are mixed regarding cleanliness. Some praise the cleanliness, while others describe the facility as dirty, outdated, and needing a deep clean, indicating inconsistent cleaning standards.

socks

SocksThere is no mention of a special sock policy in the provided reviews.

restrooms

RestroomsReviews are mixed; some praise clean restrooms, while others mention dirty bathrooms. This indicates inconsistent restroom cleanliness.

Additional Information

Crowd

Family-friendly

Parking

Free parking lot

Children

Playground
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
Kid-friendly activities

Amenities

Restroom

Offerings

Gift shop

Highlights

Active military discounts

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Service options

Onsite services

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