'''York''' [http://www.yorkcity.org/] 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 US 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.

Get in

By plane

York has no local international airport, but nearby Harrisburg has the '''Harrisburg International Airport''' [http://www.flyhia.com/].

By train

Nearby Lancaster has an '''AMTRAK''' [http://www.amtrak.com/] stop on the Philadelphia to Pittsburgh line. Nearby Harrisburg also has a transportation center that provides service for '''AMTRAK''' [http://www.amtrak.com/] trains on the same line.

By car

Using a car is the easiest way to arrive in York. The following highways connect the city with others in the region:
  • I-83 south Harrisburg and I-83 north Baltimore
  • US-30 west Lancaster & Philadelphia and US-30 east Gettysburg
  • By bus

    '''Greyhound''' [http://www.greyhound.com/] operates a station in York with connections to Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and beyond.

    Get around

    Walking is the easiest way to explore the downtown area, as everything is close enough together. Municipal parking garages are available with very reasonable rates ($0.75/hr). Rabbit Transit is also an option when getting around the city but can be fairly expensive if used multiple times for short distances. All day passes are available though for those that want to use the bus to get around. Go to http://www.rabbittransit.org/ for more information.

    See

  • '''Wolfgang Candy Company Factory Tour''', 50 E. 4th Ave., [http://www.wolfgangcandy.com/]. Take the Wolfgang Factory Tour! Free samples of chocolate on the tour and discounted chocolate for sale at the end. M-F 10AM & 2PM, FREE. Museum also open M-F 9AM-4PM, Sa 10AM-3PM.
  • Harley Davidson Factory Tour. 425 Eden Road York, PA. actory is visible on left side of Rt 30 when travelling Eastbound. -877-883-1450. ttp://www.harley-davidson.com/. Come see where America's favorite motorcycles are made. Tours are free and last about one hour. Please dress appropriately for factory tours. Reservations requested for group of 10 or more.
  • Martin's Potato Chip Factory Tour. 847 Lincoln Highway (US Route 30). ake US route 30 West to Thomasville. -800-272-4477. ttp://www.yorkpa.org/index.asp?act=page&pag_id=124. uesdays 9am, 10am, and 11am. ree. Take a 45 minute tour of the Martin's Potato Chip Factory. Reservations required.
  • Snyder's of Hanover Factory Tour. 350 York Street. rom US route 30, turn left onto Carlisle Street (route 94), left onto Frederick Street (route 194) at center square of Hanover, right onto York Street (route 116), plant is on the left. -800-233-7125 Ext. 8592. ttp://www.yorkpa.org/index.asp?act=page&pag_id=119. -R 10am, 11am, and 1pm. ree. Take a 1 hour tour of the Snyder's of Hanover Pretzel Company Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance of tour.
  • Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center. 0 North George Street. xit 15 off Interstate 83 towards George Street. 17-846-1111. ttp://www.strandcapitol.org/. ours vary. rice varies. Go see performances from local and national stars on stage. Ticket prices are fair since this is a non-profit organization.

    Do

  • '''York Revolution''', 50 Washington St., [http://www.yorkrevolution.com/]. An independent minor league baseball team that plays in the Atlantic League. They play at Sovereign Bank Stadium in downtown York. Season lasts from May to September.
  • York Expo Center. ork Fair Grounds. 34 Carlisle Avenue. xit 21B off Interstate 83 onto US route 30 west, exit at Carlisle Avenue (route 74), left at light, stay in left lane for approx. 1 mile, destination on the right. 17-848-2596. ttp://www.yorkexpo.com/. The York Expo Center hosts many events throughout the year including the York Fair in September which is currently America's longest running public fair. '''Historic Downtown York''': Take a tour through downtown York to see the city's historic roots.

    Buy

  • '''Wolfgang Candy''', 50 E. 4th Ave., [http://www.wolfgangcandy.com/]. Wolfgang Chocolate factory store with chocolate to please anybody.
  • Stauffer's Cookie Outlet. elmont and Sixth Avenue. 88-480-1988. ttp://www.stauffers.net/. Stauffer's cookie's are sold from an outlet store in downtown York.
  • West Manchester Mall. 800 Loucks Road. eaded west away from York city-turn right at the Olive Garden, then left at the next light. 17-764-5942. ttp://www.shopwestmanchestermall.com/mall/index_home.aspx. -Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Go shopping, have dinner, and catch a newly released movie all in the same location.

    Eat

  • '''York Central Market House''', 34 W. Philadelphia St., [http://www.centralmarkethouse.com/]. Numerous food stalls perfect for lunch time browsing. Reasonable prices and something for everyone ($3-6).
  • Drink

  • Club XS. Fantastic upscale night club with live DJ dance music, 3 bars.

    Sleep

  • Holiday Inn Express . 40 Leader Heights Road. xit 14 off Interstate 83. 17-741-1000. ww.hiexpress.com. :00 pm. 1:00 am. 9.99 and up. All rooms include a microwave and mini-fridge, and complimentary wi-fi. Free hot breakfast.
  • Country Inn & Suites by Carlson. 45 St. Charles Way. xit 16A off of 83. 17-747-5833. ww.countryinns.com/yorkpa. :00pm. 2:00pm. This hotel features country-style decor, free high speed internet, an indoor pool and fitness center.
  • Hampton Inn. 550 Mount Zion Road. ount Zion exit off US route 30. 17-840-1500. ttp://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=TQUBL4DYDZDVOCSGBJC32EQ?ctyhocn=YRKPAHX. :00pm. 1:00am. All rooms include cable and premium TV channels, a refrigerator, and free internet access.
  • The Yorktowne Hotel. 8 East Market Street. xit 15 off Interstate 83 towards South George Street, turn right onto East Market Street . 17-848-1111 . ttp://www.yorktowne.com/. Free wireless high-speed internet access, valet parking, washer and dryer, and two on site restaurants (including one that is rated four diamonds by AAA) are all located at the three star Yorktowne Hotel.
  • Wingate by Wyndham. rsenal Road And North George Street. xit 15 off Interstate 83 towards George Street, cross over US route 30 and hotel will be on the right. 17-848-2100. ttp://www.wingatehotels.com/Wingate/control/Booking/modify_dates?areaCode=494P&brandCode=WG,WY&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=York&stateName=Pennsylvania&state=PA&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=&numberAdults=1&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=&numberChildren=0&numberBigChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&variant=&id=30546&propBrandId=WG&force_nostay=false&tab=tab1. All guests can enjoy a free hot continental breakfast, free high-speed wired and wireless internet, and the indoor heated pool.
  • Red Roof Inn. 25 Arsenal Road. xit 21B off Interstate 83. 17-843-8175. ttp://www.redroof.com/reservations/inn_details.asp?innNumber=0315&NOA=&aYr=&aMo=&aDa=&dYr=&dMo=&dDa=&CP=&TA=&redi=&BTRSID=vfd14eifjfrina55j0cmpl55&BTR=RRProximityResults.aspx?searchtype=C. :00pm. 2:00pm. All rooms offer high-speed internet access, cable TV in all rooms, and well behaved pets are welcome.
  • Four Points by Sheraton. 650 Toronita Street. xit 21A off Interstate 83, left onto Toronita Street, quick left into hotel. 17-846-4940. ttp://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1151. All guests are welcome to the high-speed internet in all of the guest rooms, cable TV, and all rooms are non-smoking.

    Contact

    You can find out more information about the city of York by going to: [http://www.yorkcity.org/] and you can find out more about the county of York by visiting: [http://www.yorkpa.org/].

    Get out

    Nearby destinations suitable for day trips include:
  • '''Gettysburg''' — Explore Civil War country.
  • '''Harrisburg''' — Explore the Capital of Pennsylvania.
  • '''Hershey (Pennsylvania)''' — Explore chocolate country.
  • '''Lancaster (Pennsylvania)''' — Explore Amish country.
  • '''Gifford Pinchot State Park''' [http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/STATEPARKS/PARKS/giffordpinchot.aspx] is a fifteen minute drive north of York along I-83 and offers camping, canoe/kayak rentals, a small beach, and other outdoor fun.