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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to start planning your day with that special someone. With an abundance of scenic roads, views, historical attractions and local shopping, the possibilities of daytime excursions are endless. Come nightfall, enjoy a variety of options for romantic fine dining, live entertainment and cozy inns. Bucks County will surely make your holiday memorable and fun.

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to start planning your day with that special someone. With an abundance of scenic roads, views, historical attractions and local shopping, the possibilities of daytime excursions are endless. Come nightfall, enjoy a variety of options for romantic fine dining, live entertainment and cozy inns. Bucks County will surely make your holiday memorable and fun.

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the Delaware River, Schofield Ford Covered Bridge, Washington Crossing and other treasures. If nature isn’t your calling, walking around some of Bucks County’s towns is another fantastic option. Here, you can experience the sights, sounds and culture that make up Main Street America while enjoying each other’s company.

the Delaware River, Schofield Ford Covered Bridge, Washington Crossing and other treasures. If nature isn’t your calling, walking around some of Bucks County’s towns is another fantastic option. Here, you can experience the sights, sounds and culture that make up Main Street America while enjoying each other’s company.

Visit a Museum

Visit a Museum

Go for a Walk

Go for a Walk

Did you know that Bucks County is home to six of Pennsylvania’s state parks? Each of those state parks has accessible walking paths where you can enjoy a romantic stroll among landmarks such as High Rocks Vista,

Did you know that Bucks County is home to six of Pennsylvania’s state parks? Each of those state parks has accessible walking paths where you can enjoy a romantic stroll among landmarks such as High Rocks Vista,

Step into Bucks County’s history and plan a date to one of the area’s museums. Built in the early 1900s, Fonthill Castle was the home of famous archaeologist and tile maker Henry Chapman Mercer. Mercer built the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, which produced handmade tiles found in buildings all throughout Bucks County. Also found in Doylestown is the Mercer Museum, which exhibits an enormous collection of tools, crafts and trades from pre-industrial America. Explore a prison-turned-portrait collection at the James A. Michener Art Museum. From 1884 to 1985, the Michener Museum (formerly Bucks County Prison) housed a century of inmates and, since 1988, has been the home to over 2,700 paintings, sculptures and more of local and national artists featuring numerous artistic styles and mediums. Also in Bucks County is the ErwinStover House in Tinicum Park. William Erwin acquired the land that was once owned by the Lenape Indians and had turned it

Step into Bucks County’s history and plan a date to one of the area’s museums. Built in the early 1900s, Fonthill Castle was the home of famous archaeologist and tile maker Henry Chapman Mercer. Mercer built the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, which produced handmade tiles found in buildings all throughout Bucks County. Also found in Doylestown is the Mercer Museum, which exhibits an enormous collection of tools, crafts and trades from pre-industrial America. Explore a prison-turned-portrait collection at the James A. Michener Art Museum. From 1884 to 1985, the Michener Museum (formerly Bucks County Prison) housed a century of inmates and, since 1988, has been the home to over 2,700 paintings, sculptures and more of local and national artists featuring numerous artistic styles and mediums. Also in Bucks County is the ErwinStover House in Tinicum Park. William Erwin acquired the land that was once owned by the Lenape Indians and had turned it into a tenant farm through the 19th century. Bucks County Parks and Recreation o ers free tours of this 1810 Colonial/Victorian-style house. into a tenant farm through the 19th century. Bucks County Parks and Recreation o ers free tours of this 1810 Colonial/Victorian-style house.

Bucks County Joyrides

Bucks County Joyrides

Become a tourist in your own backyard and embark on a tour with Bucks County Joyrides! Relax with your loved one as you explore some of the area’s hidden gems, historical landmarks, iconic covered bridges and more! Rides are priced per adventure, and there are several trip options to choose from. Your tour guide, Chris, has a wealth of knowledge of Bucks County’s history, and you are guaranteed to learn a thing or two along the journey.

Become a tourist in your own backyard and embark on a tour with Bucks County Joyrides! Relax with your loved one as you explore some of the area’s hidden gems, historical landmarks, iconic covered bridges and more! Rides are priced per adventure, and there are several trip options to choose from. Your tour guide, Chris, has a wealth of knowledge of Bucks County’s history, and you are guaranteed to learn a thing or two along the journey.

Get Crafty

Get Crafty

Bring out your inner artist at a craft workshop! Makers O Main hosts a variety of craft nights at Allora Gifts and Home Décor, including candle making, jewelry making and more! There may be a workshop coming up that sparks your interest! Board and

Bring out your inner artist at a craft workshop! Makers O Main hosts a variety of craft nights at Allora Gifts and Home Décor, including candle making, jewelry making and more! There may be a workshop coming up that sparks your interest! Board and food? Nektar in New Hope is the place for you! This wine and whiskey bar on Mechanic Street o ers small plate meals that are perfect for trying their many unique menu options. A popular historical favorite is the Black Bass Hotel, which is one of the oldest inns in the country. On the edge of the Delaware River Canal towpath, the Black Bass Hotel extends its magnificent view of the Delaware River to guests of the restaurant and Inn. food? Nektar in New Hope is the place for you! This wine and whiskey bar on Mechanic Street o ers small plate meals that are perfect for trying their many unique menu options. A popular historical favorite is the Black Bass Hotel, which is one of the oldest inns in the country. On the edge of the Delaware River Canal towpath, the Black Bass Hotel extends its magnificent view of the Delaware River to guests of the restaurant and Inn.

Brush in Doylestown and Newtown is the perfect place to DIY wooden farmhouse-inspired décor from signs to decorative trays, crates and more! Take an art class at the Michener Art Museum and learn new techniques in areas such as drawing, various forms of painting, and stitching. Finally, there are multiple locations in Bucks County where you can take your valentine to paint a pottery keepsake, including Art Dept in both Doylestown and Newtown, Color Me Mine in Langhorne and North Wales or Paint N’ Pottery in Doylestown.

Brush in Doylestown and Newtown is the perfect place to DIY wooden farmhouse-inspired décor from signs to decorative trays, crates and more! Take an art class at the Michener Art Museum and learn new techniques in areas such as drawing, various forms of painting, and stitching. Finally, there are multiple locations in Bucks County where you can take your valentine to paint a pottery keepsake, including Art Dept in both Doylestown and Newtown, Color Me Mine in Langhorne and North Wales or Paint N’ Pottery in Doylestown.

Staycation

Staycation

Wine and Dine

Wine and Dine

What is Valentine’s Day without a romantic dinner? Bucks County is home to hundreds of restaurants and taverns, each with unique menus and atmospheres sure to make any evening unforgettable. Heirloom in Doylestown puts an incredible amount of attention into culinary creations that are sourced from local, small-scale agricultural practices and products. Tucked away in Upper Bucks County is Arielle’s Country Inn, whose exceptional cuisine is experienced in a historic stone stagecoach stop that dates back to 1784. Are you notorious for being indecisive when it comes to

What is Valentine’s Day without a romantic dinner? Bucks County is home to hundreds of restaurants and taverns, each with unique menus and atmospheres sure to make any evening unforgettable. Heirloom in Doylestown puts an incredible amount of attention into culinary creations that are sourced from local, small-scale agricultural practices and products. Tucked away in Upper Bucks County is Arielle’s Country Inn, whose exceptional cuisine is experienced in a historic stone stagecoach stop that dates back to 1784. Are you notorious for being indecisive when it comes to

Known for its first-class hospitality, Bucks County is scattered with modern and historic lodging. However, you don’t have to be a visitor to the area to get the full experience. This Valentine’s Day, enjoy a staycation at one of the area’s historic inns or B&Bs. Spend the night in New Hope, where Aaron Burr fled to after his famous duel with Alexander Hamilton, or catch a glimpse of the Underground Railroad during your visit to Wedgwood Inn. The Washington House is said to have been a stop in the Liberty Bell’s escape from the British. With intimate dining and several beautiful rooms, Washington House is sure to provide a memorable night.

Known for its first-class hospitality, Bucks County is scattered with modern and historic lodging. However, you don’t have to be a visitor to the area to get the full experience. This Valentine’s Day, enjoy a staycation at one of the area’s historic inns or B&Bs. Spend the night in New Hope, where Aaron Burr fled to after his famous duel with Alexander Hamilton, or catch a glimpse of the Underground Railroad during your visit to Wedgwood Inn. The Washington House is said to have been a stop in the Liberty Bell’s escape from the British. With intimate dining and several beautiful rooms, Washington House is sure to provide a memorable night.

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