East of Lancaster’s city centre, Dutch Wonderland is a family amusement park at 2249 Lincoln Highway East. Its rides and attractions range from options for young children to thrills for older visitors, so check the practical details before setting out.
- Location: 2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.
- Hours: Operating dates and hours vary by date rather than following a fixed weekly schedule.
- Admission: Children age two and under are admitted free.
Where is Dutch Wonderland in Lancaster?
Dutch Wonderland is on Lincoln Highway East, four miles east of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The park opened on May 20, 1963.
From Classic Inn, a Lancaster motel, the park is about a 12-minute walk or a 3-minute drive. Its street address is 2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602. Pair a visit with a performance at Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, another Lancaster-area attraction.
How do Dutch Wonderland tickets and hours work?
Plan around the park’s date-specific calendar: operating dates and hours vary, so there is no single weekly schedule to rely on. Check the official site before you go to confirm the calendar, admission options, and any changes.
Children age two and under are admitted free. Admission options depend on the visit date, so check the ticket page when choosing a day. Parking is separate: general parking costs $25 per day for all vehicle types. Gold and Platinum season passholders and tour and school buses park free in the general lot.
Preferred parking costs $30 per day and is purchased at an on-site booth; it is the lot closest to the entrance. Accessible parking costs $25 per day, is also purchased at an on-site booth, and requires an approved placard. Accessible spaces are in the Preferred lot and are first-come, first-served.
Which rides and attractions suit different ages?
Dutch Wonderland has attractions for young children, families, and thrill-seekers, so you can look over the ride restrictions before deciding what to do together.
Named attractions include the Wonderland Special train, Kingdom Coaster, and Merlin’s Mayhem. For a slower-paced activity, Dino Dig is a family-friendly sand-pit excavation attraction, while Prehistoric Path is a self-guided route featuring more than 22 life-like dinosaurs.
Some rides have minimum height requirements: Double Splash Flume requires riders to be at least 36 inches tall, while Bumper Cars and Flying Trapeze require riders to be at least 42 inches tall. Restrictions and availability apply, so check the attraction details when planning for your group.
What should you know about food and accessibility?
Park food rules limit what you can bring inside, while accessibility arrangements vary by attraction. A little advance planning can help you prepare for both.
Personal food and beverages are generally not allowed inside the park, except for one small snack and one small non-alcoholic beverage per person. Baby food and medically necessary food are permitted. Hard coolers are prohibited; soft coolers must be no larger than 12 by 12 by 12 inches.
Additional personal food and beverages can be eaten at the picnic pavilion behind the Guest Services parking lot or at a vehicle. Alcohol is not permitted on park premises, inside or outside the park.
Each person may bring one bag no larger than 15 by 15 by 15 inches, except for diaper and medical bags. Children under 13 must have adult supervision at the park and may not walk around without supervision by a guardian older than 16. The park recommends that minors under 18 be accompanied by an adult.
Most attractions, shows, and restaurants are accessible to guests with disabilities, including guests using wheelchairs, but ride access and safety restrictions vary. You may bring your own wheelchair. A limited number of wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles are available to rent on a first-come, first-served basis at Junction Rentals near the Wonderland Special Train Station at the entrance.
If you need ride-access assistance, visit Guest Services on arrival to enroll in the Ride Accessibility Program. The park recommends contacting it at least 48 hours before your visit about individual accessibility needs. Guests who need help transferring on and off rides must bring a personal care attendant; ride attendants cannot provide personal assistance.
What other places can you pair with a Lancaster visit?
Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre is another named Lancaster-area attraction. The Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre guide covers tickets and visit tips.
FAQs
Where is Dutch Wonderland?
The park is at 2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602, about four miles east of Lancaster.
Are children age two admitted free?
Yes. Children age two and under are admitted free.
Can you bring food into Dutch Wonderland?
Only one small snack and one small non-alcoholic beverage per person are generally allowed inside. Baby food and medically necessary food are also permitted; additional personal food and beverages can be eaten at the picnic pavilion or at a vehicle.
Does Dutch Wonderland offer accessible attractions?
Most attractions, shows, and restaurants are accessible, though ride access and safety restrictions vary. Visit Guest Services on arrival to enroll in the Ride Accessibility Program.