Frequently Asked
How long do tours last? How far?
1 hour & 15 minutes. Tours are 1 mile. The exact timing will depend on the excitement level of your guide.
Where does the tour go?
Anywhere your heart desires. Just kidding. Tours traverse Main & McKean St. & may go inside for about 10 minutes.
Where can I park?
The city offers free 2-hour parking on Main Street! Please do not park against yellow curbs or in handicapped spots. There are also two parking garages located nearby.
Frequently Asked
When should I arrive?
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time so you can find our location and check in.
We leave the Diamond at the times listed on the website.
What if it rains?
Even though the city won't look as pretty, the show must go on. We tour rain or shine, unless weather is dangerous.
Is there a little lion's room nearby?
Businesses would rather you not use theirs unless you're a paying customer. Please use the restroom before you arrive.
Free 2-hour Main Street parking
We tour rain or shine
Infrequently Asked
Can we do a private group tour?
Yes. We offer private group tours. Email us at least 2 weeks ahead of time so we can reserve a time slot for your group.
What is the limit per tour group?
We like to limit tours to 10 people so everyone feels involved and can have a valuable experience.
Is this for tourists?
Of course! But even locals who have lived here for years are sure to learn something new about their city.
Private group tours require 2-week notice
Tours are for tourists and locals alike
About Mean Lion
Mean Lion Tours takes guests on a journey through the city of Butler, Pennsylvania. Each narrated tour begins and ends in historic Diamond Park. Along the walk, you'll see century-old buildings, stone churches, and up-and-coming businesses that call Butler home. Your guide will unload hundreds of facts about the city Smithsonian Magazine ranked 7th best small town in America. By the end, you'll wish you lived here! I wish I did.
Butler County Historical Society
The Butler County Historical Society operates the Walter Lowrie-Shaw House Museum, the Little Red Schoolhouse Museum, and Cooper Cabin in Cabot. The Society helps keep Butler's history preserved. Tours of the Shaw House and Red Schoolhouse are available by appointment. A membership with the Historical Society means continued funding for the preservation of important historical landmarks and artifacts! Please visit their website at butlerhistory.com or https://www.facebook.com/ButlerCoHistory/ for more information.
Butler County Tourism
Butler County Tourism helps promote the unique attractions in Butler County. It also gives back to the businesses and organizations that make the county a destination for tourists. Learn more about the nonprofit and pick up an itinerary at visitbutlercounty.com or www.facebook.com/visitbutlercounty/
Bantam Jeep Fest
Learn more about the annual festival at bantamjeepfestival.com/ or www.facebook.com/BantamJeepFestival/
Butler Fall Festival
Say hello to fall along beautiful Main Street. Amazing food and new artisan vendors. Learn more at butlerfallfestival.com/
75 minutes of pure bliss
Please arrive 10 minutes early