Intercourse, PA

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Kitchen Kettle Village showing street scenes and a small town or village
Intercourse showing farmland
Kitchen Kettle Village showing interior views
Intercourse showing farmland
Kitchen Kettle Village featuring interior views

Find out about the customs and traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch and browse the range of homemade foods and handicrafts.

Founded in the 18th century as a gathering place for the Amish, Intercourse is a charming town full of friendly people. It is surrounded by farmland and has a town center with quaint activities for families, including horse-and-buggy rides and artisanal markets. Step back in time in this enchanting town and enjoy its serenity.

Wander along the main avenue and stop in at the variety of independent boutiques and craft shops. Relax in a café and watch locals, sightseers and Amish folks going by. Bring your kids on a horse-and-buggy ride through the town center and learn about the region’s Pennsylvania Dutch traditions that stem from German-speaking settlers.

Attend one of the many fun events held here, including the Intercourse Heritage Days in June, the Music for Everyone Festival in late June and the Christmas Festival. The latter two are held at the Kitchen Kettle Village, an outdoor shopping area specializing in homemade goods and quaint lodgings.

Note that due to the town’s sexually suggestive name, its signposts are often targeted by thieves and pranksters. Chat with locals about the potential origins of the name, which may relate to an old race track or a change in the meaning of the word. Find all types of memorabilia and souvenirs relating to the name in gift shops in the town.

For a change of theme, head to the American Military Edged Weaponry Museum. It has an enormous collection of U.S. knives and other tools employed by the military. Inspect a machine gun, swords and bayonets, among other intriguing weapons.

The town is in Lancaster County in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania. Fly to Philadelphia International Airport and drive west for 65 miles (105 kilometers) to get here in a little over 1 hour. Get around the small town center on foot or cycle through the verdant countryside.

Intercourse offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the ways of the Amish.

Best Western Plus Intercourse Village Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Intercourse Village Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
3610 E Newport Road, Gordonville, PA
$145 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$161 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Best Western Plus Intercourse Village Inn & Suites
The Inn & Spa at Intercourse Village

The Inn & Spa at Intercourse Village

3.5 out of 5
3542 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, Gordonville, PA
$180 nightly
The price is $199 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$199 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa B&B in Gordonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kitchen Kettle Village and The Amish Village ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"What a gem my wife and I found in this site. Kim our hostess is a doll. Friendly and knowledgeable of the local area, she made our stay pleasant. Breakfast was superb, with a small buffet of delicious home-made delicacies. We stayed in one of the small cottages which was clean and provided all the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

The Inn & Spa at Intercourse Village
Cartoon Network Hotel

Cartoon Network Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
$85 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$94 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
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Take your getaway at this magical oasis, central to "everything"

Take your getaway at this magical oasis, central to "everything"

Gordonville
Stay at this cottage in Gordonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Kitchen Kettle Village and The Amish Village ...
10/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
Our 50th Wedding Anniversary getaway
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Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Take your getaway at this magical oasis, central to "everything"
The Queen Place*15min to Sight&Sound*King bed*BBQ

The Queen Place*15min to Sight&Sound*King bed*BBQ

Gordonville
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Very nice house!
"Only got to stay 2 nights on a 10 day trip we took, but this definitely was the nicest place we stayed on the trip. We wish we could have stayed longer! Great property!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

The Queen Place*15min to Sight&Sound*King bed*BBQ
1800's Restored Log Cabin in Woods - 15 Min. Off Pa Turnpike

1800's Restored Log Cabin in Woods - 15 Min. Off Pa Turnpike

Narvon
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Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

1800's Restored Log Cabin in Woods - 15 Min. Off Pa Turnpike
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