New Wilmington to Volant Amish Country Driving Tour
New Wilmington to Volant Amish Country Driving Tour
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Tour Highlights
- The Tavern on the Square
An 1849 doctor's home that many believe was part of the Underground Railroad, turned into a beloved restaurant in 1931 and restored in 2024.
- Westminster College
Founded in 1852 as one of the first colleges in America to teach women and men in the same classrooms, back when experts said it would never work.
- The Cheese House
More than 100 kinds of cheese under one roof, inside a building that, the story goes, started out as a roller rink called Skate-More.
- Apple Castle
An orchard that's been in the Johnston family since 1861, now run by the sixth generation, with Honeycrisp apples and fresh doughnuts.
- Anna's Baked Goods, Donuts and More
A roadside Amish bakery known for filled doughnuts, pies, cookies, and sticky buns—bring cash.
- Banks Covered Bridge
Built in 1889, one of only two covered bridges left in Lawrence County, and still open to traffic one car at a time.
- Teena's Quilt Shop
Amish quilters make full-size quilts, baby quilts, wall hangings, and pillows, all by hand.
- Volant Mills
A wooden gristmill from the early 1800s with two-ton millstones inside, now the heart of Volant's shopping village.
Is This Tour Right for You?
Perfect if you:
Love history and fascinating stories
What To explore at your own pace
prefer a private experience
What to avoid expensive group tours
Maybe not if you:
Don't have a phone
Like to follow the tour guide
Don't like stories
Don't like to go at your own pace
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does the New Wilmington Amish country driving tour take?
The drive takes about 30 to 45 minutes without stopping. Most visitors spend two to three hours with stops for food, shopping, and photos.
- Does the tour work without cell service?
Yes. Download the tour before you go, and it runs completely offline using your phone's GPS.
- Can I pause the tour or explore at my own pace?
Yes. This is a fully self-guided tour—pause anytime to shop, eat, or take photos, and press play when you're ready to continue.
- Are there admission fees at any of the stops?
No. Every stop on this tour is free to walk into, including the Cheese House, Apple Castle, and Volant Mills. You only pay for what you buy.
- Do the Amish shops take credit cards?
Many Amish shops on this route take cash only, so bring some bills for baked goods, groceries, and quilts.
- Are the shops open on Sundays?
Many Amish shops close on Sundays, so plan your visit for Monday through Saturday if shopping is a priority. The Cheese House is usually open on Sundays.
- Can I drive an RV or camper on this tour?
Yes, with one detour. Banks Covered Bridge only fits vehicles shorter than 8 feet 9 inches and lighter than 12 tons, and the tour gives taller vehicles an easy way around it.
- Is it okay to take photos of the Amish?
Photograph the buggies and the countryside, not the people. Many Amish prefer not to have their faces photographed for reasons of humility.
- Is this tour appropriate for kids?
Yes. It's a family-friendly tour with plenty of snack stops, and one stop gently covers the Underground Railroad.
- What's the difference between the Amish and the Mennonites?
They share the same roots, but most Old Order Amish worship in homes and don't own cars, while Mennonites range from horse-and-buggy groups to modern churches. The tour explains how the two split in 1693 and passes a Mennonite church built in 1872.
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