What to do and see in Ephrata, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Things to do

April 26, 2022 Hector Krause

Ephrata (English: /ˈɛfrətə/ EF-rə-tə, Pennsylvania German: Effridaa) is a borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States, 38 miles (61 km) south east of Harrisburg and about 57 miles (92 km) west by north of Philadelphia. It is named after Ephrath, a biblical town in what is now Israel. Ephrata's sister city is Eberbach, Germany, the city where its founders originated. In its early history, Ephrata was a pleasure resort and an agricultural community.
Restaurants in Ephrata

1. Abundant Treasures

100 E Main St SW #104, Ephrata, PA 17522-9016 +1 717-721-3622
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Abundant Treasures

2. Homestead Gardens

695 Water St, Ephrata, PA 17522-9714 +1 717-733-7067 [email protected] http://www.homesteadgardenspa.com/
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Homestead Gardens is a family owned and operated greenhouse which grows and sells quality bedding plants for Lancaster County and surrounding areas, and fresh produce for Philadelphia farmers markets. For over 25 years, Homestead Gardens has been committed to producing superb quality plants and vegetables and offering unbeatable prices.

3. Winters Leadership Memorial at Veterans' Plaza

229 Railroad Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-2327 http://www.WintersLeadershipMemorial.org
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Winters Leadership Memorial at Veterans' Plaza

4. The Village Farm Market

1520 Division Hwy, Ephrata, PA 17522-8829 +1 717-733-5340 http://www.villagefarmmarket.com/
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

The Village Farm Market

Reviewed By R6575UTbobr - Lancaster, United States

Excellent subs. Very soft rolls and made to order.Baked goods looked very tempting. Garden center was beautiful.Employees very friendly. Small store and most likely could get crowded peak hours. Mentioned this was our first time there and they gave us our choice of small fruit bread. will return again.

5. Gameseum

27 N State St, Ephrata, PA 17522-2738 http://thegameseum.com
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Gameseum

Reviewed By michellemarie1311 - Lancaster, United States

We have been following the owner and the start up of Gameseum for over a year and FINALLY... It’s HERE!!! I can’t even begin to list all the cool arcade games and pinball machines here - go check it out! The owners are so friendly and truly love what they are doing. Our family first visited last Saturday and purchased an hour pass for each of us (3). The hour flew by - we were having so much fun! We decided to go back Sunday and purchase and all day pass for each of us. It truly is worth the money for the all day pass - as long as you keep your wristband on, you can come and go as you please for that entire business day! My family is so happy to have Gameseum close by! We will be back again soon!! Thank you for brining this to our area!!

6. Art of Recycle

27 Cloister Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-1701 +1 717-466-6966 [email protected] https://artofrecycle.org/
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Art of Recycle

Art of Recycle is a non-profit community art center offering adult and youth guided workshops and art classes. Our hosted events are fun, low-cost and often free to the public. Stop in anytime we are open, Monday thru Saturday 9am to 6pm, and craft for free in our undersea crafting area. Make a finger puppet and sail around in our magical pirate puppet stage or make a wish in the fairy wishing tree.

7. Ephrata Cloister

632 W Main St at the intersection of Rt. 272 and Rt. 322, Ephrata, PA 17522-1717 +1 717-733-6600 http://www.ephratacloister.org
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4.5 based on 355 reviews

Ephrata Cloister

One of America's earliest religious communities, the Historic Ephrata Cloister was founded in 1732 by German settlers seeking spiritual goals rather than earthly rewards. Gathered in unique European style buildings, the community consisted of celibate Brothers and Sisters, and a married congregation of families.At the zenith of the community in the 1740s and 1750s, about 300 members worked and worshiped at the Cloister. Today, the National Historic Landmark is open for tours, special programs, and on-going research opportunities.

Reviewed By kcald13 - Reading, United States

New to area from the South. Took my husband and we had a terrific time. The students were EXCELLENT! They said tour was shorter this year due to fewer volunteers. I sincerely hope the kids don’t ever stop providing the tour!

8. Ephrata Main Theatre

124 E Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522-2773 +1 717-733-9098 http://www.thenewmain.com/
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Ephrata Main Theatre

Ephrata Main Theatre is a great spot for movies, live events and more! With a history that stretches back over 80 years, the Theatre is still contemporary, having recently upgraded to digital projectors that show the latest movies in the best way. Plus, the Grand stage doubles as a live performance space. Live concerts, comedy shows and more have graced the stage. Ephrata Main Theatre is also one of the only movie theaters in the area that has the ability to serve beer, wine and mixed drinks in the theaters. So you can grab your favorite libation while watching your favorite show! Add in the award winning food from Lily's on Main (right upstairs from the Theatre) and the ability to do special events - birthday parties, weddings, corporate events - and you have a location that cannot be beat!

9. Knead It Massage & Bodyworks

21 Springhouse Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522-8435 +1 717-538-9275 [email protected] http://kneaditmassage.massagetherapy.com
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Knead It Massage & Bodyworks

Welcome to Knead It Massage & Bodyworks, Serving the Lancaster, PA area. We offer an environment that will enhance your physical and mental well-being. Our services include Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Chair Massage and Body Wraps.

10. Pour Mans Brewing

284 S Reading Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522-1837 +1 717-466-6144 http://pourmansbrewingco.com/
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Pour Mans Brewing

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