Hours
Visitors are welcome to explore the Ephrata Cloister:

Tour Schedule
Tours are available daily. When the site is open from 9-5, tours will be on the hour with the first tour at 10:00 and the last tour at 4:00. When the site is open from noon-5, tours will still be on the hour with the first tour at 1:00 and the last tour at 4:00. The historic site includes a self-guided exhibit in the Visitor Center and seven historic buildings which can be viewed before or after the guided tour. The Saron (Sisters’ House) and Saal (Meetinghouse) are only available for viewing on the guided tour. Tours begin with a 15 minute orientation video and last approximately one hour. Plan to spend at least 1 ½ hours at the historic site.

Admission
Adults (ages 12-64) $9.00, Senior Citizens (ages 65 and above) and motor clubs (such as AAA) $8.00, Youth (ages 3-11) $6.00, Children under age 3 are free. The Ephrata Cloister accepts cash, personal checks, traveler’s checks, Master Card, Visa, Discover, and American Express.

Amenities
Visitors will find picnic tables, ample free parking, and The Museum Store at Ephrata Cloister. Check the Calendar of Events for special programs which may require advance reservations or additional fees.

Group Visits
Group rates are available to groups of 10 or more with advance reservations. Groups of 30 or more with advance reservations receive additional discounts. Reservations are required to accommodate groups. Please call the phone number below for current rates.

Walking
The guided tour of the Ephrata Cloister is about 2 city blocks in length.

Special Assistance
Individuals in need of special assistance or accommodations are encouraged to a call the number below in advance to discuss their needs. Most of the historic structures have some limits for wheel chair accessibility. PA TDD relay service is available at 1-800-654-5984.

Non-English speaking visitors: Interpretive brochures are available in German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian. A German-speaking guide is available on a limited schedule. Please call for more information.

Contacting the Ephrata Cloister
Telephone: (717) 733-6600
Fax: (717) 733-4364
info@ephratacloister.org

Location
The Ephrata Cloister is located at 632 West Main Street in Ephrata, Pennsylvania.

From the Pennsylvania Turnpike: take exit 286 (old exit 21) to Route 222 South. Exit at the Ephrata exit on to Route 322 West. Turn right off the exit and travel on 322 West (Main Street) for 2.5 miles. The entrance to the Ephrata Cloister is on the left side of the street.

From Lancaster: take Route 222 North to the Ephrata exit, Route 322 west. Turn left off the exit and travel on 322 West (Main Street) for 2.5 miles. The entrance to the Ephrata Cloister is on the left side of the street.

Hours and admission prices subject to change without notice.

Photography
Photography for personal use only is permitted on the grounds of the Ephrata Cloister, subject to the following limitations:
-No photography requiring flash or additional lighting sources is permitted inside
any structure.
-No video or audio recording devices are permitted on the guided tour.
-No tripods or other camera support devices are permitted in the buildings.
-Use of the historic site as a backdrop for wedding, graduation, or family photos,
or other such photos requires an admission fee to the grounds, regardless
of weather or not you take advantage of the tour or other programs offered
during business hours. Pre-arrangements for such photographs are encouraged.

All commercial photography or video taping requires advance approval.

Members of the media are encouraged to notify the site in advance of your visit.

Area Attractions
Lodging, dining, shopping, and other attractions:
www.hursthousebandb.com – The Hurst House Bed and Breakfast
www.smithtoninn.com – Smithton Inn Bed and Breakfast
www.schoeneckhotel.com - Historic Schoeneck Hotel Bed and Breakfast
www.ephrata-area.org– Ephrata Area Chamber of Commerce
www.padutchcountry.com – PA Dutch Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
www.pacapitalregions.com – Hershey-Capital Region Visitor Bureau
www.lititzpa.com – Lititz area information
www.hersheypa.com – Hershey area visitor information
www.greendragonmarket.com – Green Dragon Farmer’s Market
www.tenthousandvillages.com – Ten Thousand Villages International Gifts and Tea Room
www.bellavistabandb.com – Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast
www.authenticbandb.com/blueball - Blue Ball Bed and Breakfast
www.countryinns.com/manheimpa - Country Inn and Suites, Manheim
www.edenresort.com – Eden Resort Inn
www.furnacehills.com – Furnace Hills Bed and Breakfast
www.kimmellhouse.com – Kimmell House Bed and Breakfast
www.mennoniteinfoctr.com – Mennonite Information Center
www.ephratahampton.com - Hampton Inn here in Ephrata

Museums and Historical Organizations:
www.phmc.state.pa.us – PA Historical and Museum Commission
www.paheritage.org – PA Heritage Society
www.lancastercountymuseums.org – Museums of Lancaster County
www.lancasterhistory.org – Lancaster County Historical Society
www.lmhs.org – Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society
www.pgs.org – PA German Society
www.hsp.org – Historical Society of Pennsylvania
www.brethren.org/genbd/bhla - Brethren Historical Society and Archives
www.muddycreekfarmlib.mennonite.net – Muddy Creek Farm Library
www.seventhdaybaptist.org – Seventh Day Baptist information

Community Services:
www.all-in-one-tours.com  --All In One Tours
www.ephrataboro.org – Ephrata Borough
www.brunswicktours.com – Brunswick Tours
www.elitecoach.com – Elite Coach
www.ephratanationalbank.com – Ephrata National Bank
www.martinsstudio.com – Martin’s Studio Photography
www.buchorgan.com – Buch Church Organ Company
www.susquehanna.net  –Susquehanna Bank