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Best Things to Do in Amish Country – Plan Your Perfect Escape!

Last Updated: 8/31/2022

Hidden in the beautiful farmland of Northeast Ohio you’ll find a thriving community that takes us back in time to an era of traditional and simple living, hard work, delicious food and handmade products. With a large variety of family friendly things to do in Amish Country, our guide can help you plan a one day trip or a short vacation in the Amish Heartland of Ohio. 

Things to do in Amish County Ohio

From the best places to visit, to the best places to stay and eat, let our guide help you plan the perfect visit.

Things to do in Amish Country Ohio

The Farm at Walnut Creek

Things to Do in Amish Country Ohio, The Farm at Walnut Creek
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

The Farm at Walnut Creek is a great place for kids to visit and hand feed over 500 exotic animals including giraffes, cattle, horses, elk, deer, camels, buffaloes, porcupines and more. Visitors have the option of exploring the 2+ mile scenic farm park with your own vehicle (remaining inside only) or for a small extra fee, combine your visit with a horse drawn wagon ride that includes your own bucket of animal feed.

Admission also includes access to all of the farmhouses, barns, produce stand, gift barn, and playground shaped like Noah’s Ark. Visitors recommend wearing comfortable shoes, bringing extra sunscreen, and a packed lunch to eat at one of the picnic benches available on the farm.

The Farm at Walnut Creek
4147 County Road 114, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
(330)893-4200
Website

Amish Country Theater

Amish Country Theater, Do in Amish Country Ohio
Photo provided courtesy of Amish Country Theater

With two “Rib-Ticklin’ Family Fun” variety shows, special events, and an Amish Homestyle Buffet on site, the Amish Country Theater feeds and entertains families with good food, clean comedy and wholesome entertainment.

The variety shows are on stage of the modern 600 seat auditorium 4 nights a week with additional special event shows including tribute bands, comedy acts, and holiday specials. Theater guests recommend both the Amish Country Buffet and the connected hotel for a package visit to the area.

Amish Country Theater
4365 State Route 39, Berlin, OH 44610
(888)988-7469
Website

Holmes County Flea Market

Holmes County Flea Market, Things to Do in Amish Country Ohio
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Flea Market

Holmes County Flea Market has more than 65 vendors offering a large variety of items in their 58,000 sq ft indoor building and an additional 5,000 sq ft outdoor section. Florals, crafts, decor, jewelry, Amish Antiques, and a whole lot more. Restaurant and other food items are also available.

Tour busses and RVs are welcome, but expect a small parking fee. The flea market is wheelchair accessible with a few wheelchairs available to guests at no charge. The market is pet friendly, but leashes are required. Open 9am to 5pm, Thursday-Saturday from March to December. Contact them for their additional Wednesday hours during September and October.

Holmes County Flea Market
4550 SR 39, Berlin, OH 44654
(330)893-0900
Website

Sols in Berlin

Sols in Berlin promises an “arts and crafts extravaganza” for visitors to their three stores located in the Village of Berlin. They offer a large variety of Amish, American, and Country Crafts and decor as well as handmade food items and gifts, with something for everyone. 

Open year round Monday through Saturday, you’ll also find a long list of local events happening at Sols from Train, Toy and Car Shows to Antique Fairs along with a variety of themed festivals. Don’t miss their homemade ice cream and fresh popped kettle corn!

Sols in Berlin
4914 West Main Street, Berlin, OH 44610
(330)893-3134
Website

Amish Home Tours and Buggy Rides

In addition to good food and shopping, you can also learn about Amish history and experience their culture through Amish home tours and buggy rides. With these unique experiences, you and your family will not only learn about the Amish way of life, but you can also enjoy the beauty of Amish Country up close in a whole new way.

World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock

World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock, Things to Do in Amish Country Ohio
Photo provided courtesy of Village of Sugar Creek, Photographer Christine Quickel

With the Cuckoo bird announcing the smiling four piece polka band, dancing couple and a water wheel, you won’t want to miss the adorable performance of the World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock. You can find it on the corner of Main and Broadstreet in Sugarcreek and dance along with the festive music at the top of each hour and on the half hour.

World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock
100 N. Broadway Street, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
(330)852-4112
Website

David Warther Carvings

David Warther Carvings, Things to Do in Amish Country Ohio
Photo provided courtesy of David Warther Carvings

Open April through October, stop into David Warther Carvings to visit the museum featuring the artistic work the 5th generation Swiss heritage carver. The large five room museum features nearly 90 carvings of the “History of the Ship” from the first Dynasty of Egypt to today created from antique ivory, ebony wood and abalone pearl.

David continues to work daily on site and offers frequent demonstrations of his work as he adds to the collection of intricate creations. See the website for hours, directions, and admissions information.

David Warther Carvings
1775 State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
(330)852-6096
Website

Ohio Star Theatre at Dutch Valley

Ohio Star Theatre at Dutch Valley, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

New in 2017 with state-of-the-art lighting and sound, the 500 seat Ohio Star Theatre offers a variety of family friendly entertainment including shows, concerts, musicals and special events. 

Some shows are very popular and guests recommend buying your tickets well in advance of your visit. Package pricing is available for theatre tickets, dinner at any of their local Dutchman Hospitality restaurants and/or overnight accommodations. The theatre is handicap accessible and has on site refreshments.

Ohio Star Theatre at Dutch Valley
4985 State Route 515, Millersburg, OH 44654
(877)893-2926
Website

Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center

Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

If you’re interested in the history of the Amish and Mennonite people you won’t want to miss the opportunity to visit the museum, pre-Civil War one room schoolhouse and the amazing Behalt Cyclorama mural. The Cyclorama artwork is a 10 ft tall, 256 ft long mural timeline of Amish and Mennonite heritage beginning from 1525.

The museum and gift shop are free to visitors. Guided tours of the Behalt Cyclorama, one room Schoolhouse and Pioneer Barn are available both individually or with a combo ticket.

Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center
5798 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH 44654
(330)893-3192
Website

Tis the Season Christmas Shop

Tis the Season Christmas Shop, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

This the Season Christmas Shop is more than just a store, it’s year-round Christmas experience with something for everyone. The three level shop is designed and arranged as if you are walking through a Christmas Village with a log cabin, working fireplace and their Alleluia Chapel of stained glass windows. The lower level is reserved their forest of Christmas trees and nativity sets. 

Open Monday-Saturday, the shop’s website lists special events hosted by Tis the Season as well as dates opportunities to meet Santa during the months of November and December.

Tis the Season Christmas Shop
4363 State Route 39, Millersburg, OH 44654
(888)893-3604
Website

Amish Country Riding Stables

Amish Country Riding Stables, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

Enjoy the beauty of the Amish countryside by horseback on a guided horseback trail in Millersburg. The friendly horses are comfortable with both experienced and new riders, so no experience is required, but riders must be 8 years old or older with a weight limit of 225 lbs. 

Each ride lasts about 40-45 minutes with additional instruction time making the experience about one hour long. Reservations are required on Saturdays and recommended Tuesday-Friday. (The stables are closed on Sunday and Monday.) Rides are dependent on the weather and available April through October of each year. Cash is the only accepted payment, but guests staying at the Guiggisberg Swiss Inn receive a discount on rides. Visit their website for pictures and more information or call them to make reservations.

Amish Country Riding Stables
5025 State Route 557, Millersburg, OH 44654
(330)893-3600
Website

Age of Steam Roundhouse

Age of Steam Roundhouse
Photo provided courtesy of Age of Steam Roundhouse

As a full-size working roundhouse, the Age of Steam Roundhouse is a great place for locomotive enthusiasts to learn and experience the restoration of these great machines. The roundhouse itself is a fully-functional workshop complete with 18 stalls, 115-foot turntable and turntable pit for their 22 historic steam locomotives.

The museum and collection also include storage tracks, coal dock, a wood water tank, ash pit, and back shop, much of which can be seen during one of their three guided tours. Best suited for school age children and older, it is recommended that visitors reserve tickets online since there will be a limited number of tickets available on site. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome on tours, children under 3 and active duty military visitors are free.

Age of Steam Roundhouse
213 Smokey Lane Road SW, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
(330)852-4676
Website

Lehman’s Hardware

Lehman’s Hardware, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Lehman’s Hardware


Lehman’s Hardware has it all: housewares, kitchen gadgets, snacks, desserts, meats, grilling and wood products, USA and Amish made toys and games, plants and gardening supplies, food preservation items, lighting and more! 

They also have a long and diverse list of special events with activities from holiday entertainment to bread baking classes. (See the updated events list on their website before visiting.) So much to see and experience you won’t want to miss it when visiting Kidron.

Lehman’s Hardware
4779 Kidron Road, Kidron, OH 44618
(800)438-5346
Website

Amish Food & Restaurants

Looking for the best places to eat when visiting Ohio’s Amish Country? Our list of Amish Food and Restaurants can point you in the right direction! Find the best places to enjoy delicious Amish cooking, purchase food items to savor later and find special gifts for your friends back at home.

Family Friendly Hotels in Amish Country Ohio

Oak Ridge Inn, Things to Do in Amish Country
Photo provided courtesy of Holmes County Tourism Bureau

Ohio’s Amish Country includes several communities and towns full of activities and things to do. The surrounding farmland and countryside is perfect for a picnic, buggy ride, or farm visit and is a beautiful place to enjoy an overnight stay in one of the many family friendly hotels in Amish Country Ohio.

Do you have a favorite activity or other must see destination on Amish Country that we’ve missed? If so, please let us know in the comments below. Thank you!

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