Philadelphia, a city famous for its rich history has so much for the visitors to explore, but the fun does not stop there. The city is closer to many cute little towns that are at a drivable distance of an hour from the main city, and are great places to spend a day with family.
New Hope, PA
The trail, Delaware Canal State Park
This is a historic scenic small town in Bucks County, along the Delaware river. It a perfect place to visit for people of all ages, ability and community, there’s so much to do.
A stroll on the Main Street in downtown is great way to explore the unique shops, restaurants and art galleries.
Bowman Hill Wildflower Preserve is about 5 minutes from downtown where nature lovers can explore wildflowers and a quiet hike in the beautiful nature park.
The trail of Delaware Canal State park that runs along the Delaware river is like a walk in a storybook.
New Hope downtown has a historic train station, where you can take a ride in its vintage engine. There are many events all year round.
Just a short drive from downtown, there’s a cute storybook village, named Peddler’s Village, with attractive shops, restaurants and stunning landscapes.
Solebery orchids in the heart of NewHope is a fun place to spend a day with your family. Every season it has something different to offer.
Lambertville, NJ
An Ice cream shop in Lambertville
This is another little historic town along the Delaware River which is on the other side of New Hope that connects by a bridge, which also has pedestrian access.
This place is great for shopping for antiques. The streets are lined up with one of a kind shops and art galleries. Finding a cozy spot at one of the riverside restaurants or a coffee shop along the street makes a perfect afternoon or an evening.
The nature trail of the Delaware Canal State Park trail has plenty of activities for kids and entire family, like hiking and biking and more.
Doylestown, PA
A Street in Doylestown downtown
A borough in the Bucks county, Doylestown is a destination of fun activities for all. This historic downtown’s Main Street has some of the most interesting shops, bakeries and restaurants. A stroll around the winding streets shaded by the tall trees is an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
The Peace Valley Park and Central Park are great for outdoor activities like biking and hiking. The famous Kids Castle is located in Central Park. Doylestown is also home to the Fonthill Castle and the Mercer Museum, both a must-visit for art & history lovers.
Wayne, PA
Anthony Wayne Theatre, Wayne Downtown
A town on the main line, the affluent suburb of Philadelphia, Wayne is known for its fine historic downtown district. The walkable downtown has a movie theater, boutique shops, the Wayne Hotel, a restaurant, and the Wayne station. Shopping at the Eagle Village shops or the shops on Lancaster Avenue and then having coffee at one of the cute coffee shops is a perfect way of spending an afternoon. The farmers market on Lancaster Avenue is a fun way of shopping for local food and drinks, including bakery items and fresh produce. The 2.4-mile Radnor trail that runs from Wayne to Radnor is a trail for all activities like walking, biking, and running and is enjoyed by all age groups. Wayne also has a well-known Chanticleer Garden where you can spend a refreshing morning or a leisurely afternoon, in its natural surroundings.