 How To Get Here
Local Directions: We are located at 300 Paradise Lane, in Paradise Township, PA, between US Route 30 and PA Route 741, in the middle of Lancaster County's beautiful Pennsylvania Dutch countryside. Regional travel directions are farther below on this page. Locally, there are several ways to get here.
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From US Route 30, watch for Ronks Road, and turn south onto that. At the first fork, bear right. When it forks again, take the left fork on to Paradise Lane, and it's less than a mile ahead on your left.
From PA Route 741, coming westbound you will see a sign to turn left on to Paradise Lane. We are just up that road on the right, past the railroad tracks and the Red Caboose Motel.
If coming eastbound on US 30, you can take PA 896 south into downtown Strasburg, turning east on 741 at the center of town's traffic signal, which is at the intersection of Routes 896 and 741. Follow 741 east less than two miles, bearing left at its split with 896. Go past the Strasburg Rail Road and the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania to the next traffic signal at Paradise Lane. Turn left there.
Regional Travel Directions:
For general Yahoo online Mapping, click here,
and also consult the local directions above.
Note: some online mapping services may not find our location properly. For best results, search for our location as:
300 Paradise Lane
Ronks, PA 17572
Even though we are actually in Paradise Township, PA.
Note: our mailing address is PO Box 248, Strasburg PA 17579.
By Highway...
The Museum may be reached easily from major arteries.
Persons coming north on Interstate 95 should exit at I-476 and follow it north to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and get on the Turnpike westbound (Interstate 76 West) and follow the instructions below.
Persons coming south on Interstate 95 should exit onto US 1 south (please do not take Business Route 1) about 5 miles after entering Pennsylvania from New Jersey. Follow the signs directing you to the Pennsylvania Turnpike westbound (Interstate 76 West).
Travelers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike may use several exits, but the easiest for people not familiar with the area is Exit 286 (formerly 21) -- the Reading exit. Upon exiting, take US 222 south to US Route 30 east. Then turn right on to State Route 896 south to Strasburg. In the center of town, turn left at the only stop signal, which takes you onto State Route 741 east. Then follow local directions above.
Travelers coming from the east going westbound on the Pennsylvania Turnpike may also exit the Turnpike at Downingtown (Exit 312, formerly 23), then follow south on PA 100 about one mile, then right south on PA 113 four or five miles, and take the marked ramp to West on US 30.
By Train...
Persons traveling by train should take Amtrak to the Lancaster, PA station. From there, taxi service to the is available.
Parking...
Ample parking is available for cars and buses. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us before coming. To call us: 717 687-8976
 Things to do in the Area
Strasburg is often called "America's Favorite Train Stop." Within a mile or so of the Museum are:
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, with over a hundred historic locomotives and train cars, plus great exhibits of art and related railroad things.
Strasburg Railroad. America's oldest operating shortline tourist railroad, their tracks are near us, and their station not much farther.
Red Caboose Motel. Just next door, providing accommodations in real cabooses, plus other attractions.
Downtown Strasburg, a quaint small town in the center of Pennsylvania Dutch country, with small stores and lots of atmosphere.
Netherlands Inn and Spa, fine lodging and dining in a gracious, unusual country setting.
General Tourist and Visitor Information:
Pennsylvania Dutch Country Official Visitors Center, provides extensive travel, lodging, and attractions information.
Free Lancaster County Map and Vacation Guide.
Pennsylvania Dutch Country Welcome Center provides similar material regarding local attractions.
Museums of Lancaster County, a wide range of historic and interesting sites.
For further information about the Strasburg Area, and links to toy trains material, please consult our Other Sites of Interest links page.
 The Museum is housed on one floor, with no steps, and makes every attempt for all visitors feel welcome. Individuals with special needs who may require assistance should call the Museum ahead of time to discuss arrangements.
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