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Follow Us on Social! Visit Bucks County and be inspired. Bucks County offers scenic countryside, history, the arts, downtown charm, miles of vineyards, gourmet dining, small town villages, award-winning accommodations, Ale and Wine & Art Trails, Parx Casino® and Sesame Place® Philadelphia. Bucks County is ideally located 25 miles from Philadelphia and 75 miles from New York City. Start planning your getaway at VisitBucksCounty.com. about @thedanmaas @steven_dome_realtor @consoli27 @phillysphoods @neshaminycreekbrewing_dublin @mappy_bike @jamiengrose @christinamarie_wyatt @jonnytorker @two17photo Questions about planning your next trip? Reach out to our Visitor Services team. VisitorServices@VisitBucksCounty.com 215-639-0300 Live chat also available at VisitBucksCounty.com. @jackisteelphotos @VisitBucksPA
NEW HOPE
This small river town with a big city feel is home to America’s most famous summer theater, the Bucks County Playhouse and a vibrant, waterfront dining scene, including steak and seafood at Oldestone and a speakeasy-style whiskey bar at the Logan Inn. Stay in luxury at the River House at Odette’s, Ghost Light Inn, or a cozy bed & breakfast.
BRISTOL
This blast-from-the-past riverside town with its renovated docks for boaters is home to the award-winning Bristol Riverside Theatre, The Historic King George II Inn and Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Museum, as well as tons of shops and restaurants.
DOYLESTOWN
Doylestown was founded when William Doyle built a tavern on the corner of Main and State Streets. Today, it is a hip home to the magnificent Fonthill Castle, The Moravian Pottery & Tile Works, Mercer Museum, Michener Art Museum and a vibrant downtown with an array of boutique shops and restaurants.
DUBLIN
Just outside of Perkasie lies the small but mighty Borough of Dublin. It is home to The Dublin Town Center, a restored factory featuring local boutiques in The Square and The Station, a 1920’s service station turned food and drink spot.
NEWTOWN
Founded by William Penn in 1684, Newtown remains one of Bucks County’s most historic downtowns. Grab dinner at the elegant Rocco’s at The Brick, sip on delicious craft cocktails at Triple Sun Spirits Co. and then see a show at the centuries old Newtown Theatre. Minutes away is 1,711-acre Tyler State Park.
PERKASIE
This small town is home to America's Oldest Tree Lighting. Take a brewery crawl at Free Will Brewing Company, Van Lieus Brewing, Mystic Ways Brewing and The Ram. For the family, tour the nearby historic landmark, the Pearl S. Buck House, former home of the award-winning author
QUAKERTOWN
Step back in time with a walk down West Broad Street in Quakertown. Pick up a variety of goods at the Trolley Barn Public Market, grab a microbrew at The Proper Brewing Company and cuisine from Soul D'Lysh. During the summer, see an outdoor concert at the Univest Performance Center Stage.
SELLERSVILLE
Pop over to Sellersville for dinner and an overnight stay at the Washington House Hotel before seeing a national act at the Sellersville Theater.
YARDLEY
Situated along the Delaware Canal, this walkable downtown offers an array of shopping, unique restaurants and breweries. Stroll past the historic library on Lake Afton. Head to Vault Smokehouse for authentic BBQ or walk down Main Street to Panna Gelateria for espresso and gelato.
For more, go to VisitBucksCounty.com/Towns
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WAYS TO EXPERIENCE CASTLES & CULTURE
Embark on a scenic driving tour of the County’s 12 remaining covered bridges, architectural landmarks in Bucks County.
CABIN RUN, Pipersville
Built in 1871 by David Sutton who built several bridges in the area, this bridge stands 82 feet long.
ERWINNA, Erwinna
The shortest bridge in Bucks County is noted for its lattice-type construction.
FRANKENFIELD, Erwinna
Built in 1872, it spans 130 feet over Tinicum Creek, two miles upstream from the point at which the creek empties into the Delaware River.
KNECHT’S, Riegelsville
Also known as “Slifer’s Bridge,” Knecht’s is built of hemlock and crosses over Durham Creek. The bridge sits in a fertile valley where German settlers established homesteads in the early 1700’s.
LOUX, Pipersville
Built in 1874 at 60 feet long, it is the second shortest bridge in the County. It is built of hemlock, which was once plentiful in the area, and is for foot traffic only.
MOOD’S, Perkasie
Built in 1874, it crosses one of the principal watersheds in the northwest of the County, the Perkiomen Creek.
PINE VALLEY, New Britain
Built in 1842, this bridge crosses the Pine Run Creek and is also called “Iron Hill Bridge.”
SCHOFIELD FORD, Richboro
At 170 feet long, it is the County’s longest bridge and only one not painted. The bridge lies within Tyler State Park and is open only to foot and equestrian traffic.
SHEARD’S MILL, Quakertown
Built in 1873, this bridge stretches 130 feet over Tohickon Creek.
SOUTH PERKASIE, Perkasie
Originally spanning Pleasant Spring Creek, this bridge was moved to the safety of Lenape Park in 1959.
UHLERSTOWN, Erwinna
Built of oak in 1855, it is the only Bucks County covered bridge over the former Delaware Canal.
VAN SANDT, New Hope
Built in 1875, this bridge is 86 feet long and is one of two built across Pidcock Creek. Local lure is that this “cry baby bridge” is haunted.
Get turn-by-turn directions at VisitBucksCounty.com/CoveredBridgeTour
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FONTHILL CASTLE
Tour the 44 rooms of this architectural masterpiece built by Doylestown’s own Henry Chapman Mercer. The entire castle is designed with homemade tiles and filled with 6,000 books and 18 fireplaces!
GLEN CAIRN
Just over the county line, this former home to the (Glenn) Pitcairn family is now a castle that serves as a museum of religious art and history. Reserve your spot ahead of time for a Highlights Tour.
KIDS’ CASTLE
A fantastic playground in Central Park, Doylestown, this wooden castle is complete with several slides, swings, a treehouse and a rocket ship for ages 5-12.
MERCER MUSEUM
Six floors of more than 50,000 artifacts from America’s Industrial Revolution are on display at this castle along the Mercer Mile.
SAND CASTLE WINERY
The design of this castle is based on a fortress in Bratislava. Taste European classics like Pinot Noir and Riesling while taking in views of the Delaware River.
MORAVIAN POTTERY & TILE WORKS
A tilemaker at heart, Mercer built this factory that still operates today as a “working history” museum that produces handmade tiles and mosaics.
Bucks County is home to not one, but six castles! Three of which were built by the late archaeologist and philanthropist Henry Chapman Mercer. Marvel at their architecture and learn their history. Read
more at VisitBucksCounty.com/Castles
Mercer Museum
Fonthill Castle
Frankenfield Covered Bridge
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BEAUTIFUL BUCKS COUNTY GARDENS & ARBORETUMS
The Greater Philadelphia area is America’s Garden Capital. From natural wildflower preserves to Italian inspired gardens, the flora and fauna of Bucks County will gift everyone a green thumb.
FARMS & FARMERS’ MARKETS
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Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum, Andalusia
African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, Bensalem
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, New Hope
Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, Varies each year
Byers’® Choice, Chalfont
Churchville Nature Center, Churchville
Gardens at Mill Fleurs, Point Pleasant
Garden of Reflection 9/11 Memorial, Yardley
Henry Schmieder Arboretum, Doylestown
Honey Hollow Environmental Center, New Hope
Hortulus Farm Nursery & Garden Center, Wrightstown
Jerry Fritz’s Linden Hill Gardens, Ottsville
Paxson Hill Farm & Gardens, New Hope
Peace Valley Lavender Farm, Doylestown
Peddler’s Village, Lahaska
Silver Lake Nature Center, Bristol Tyler Gardens, Newtown Terrain Gardens, Doylestown
farms and farmers’ markets!
UPPER BUCKS
AGA Farms, Perkasie
Birchwood Farm & Dairy, Newtown
Fresh Start Farms, Pipersville
Penn Vermont Fruit Farm, Ottsville
Perkasie Farmers Market, Perkasie
Quakertown Farmers’ Market, Quakertown
Rustic Valley Orchard, Chalfont
Tabora Farm and Orchard, Chalfont
Trauger’s Farm Market, Kintnersville
Wildemore Farm, Chalfont
CENTRAL BUCKS
Doylestown Farmers Market, Doylestown
Froehlich’s Farm & Garden Center, Furlong
Hellerick’s Family Farm, Doylestown
Manoff Market Gardens, New Hope
Maximuck’s Farm Market, Doylestown
None Such Farm & Farm Market, Buckingham
Rice’s Sale & Country Market, New Hope
Ross Mill Farm, Jamison
Solebury Orchards, New Hope
Solly Farm, Ivyland
Stoney Lane Organic Farm, New Hope
Winding Brook Farm, Warrington
LOWER BUCKS
Active Acres Farm, Newtown
Playwicki Farm, Feasterville
Shady Brook Farm, Yardley
Snipes Farm & Education Center, Morrisville
Styer Orchard & Farm Market, Langhorne
Wrightstown Farmers’ Market, Newtown
Yardley Farmers Market, Yardley
PICK-YOUR-OWN
Rustic Valley Orchard
‘bout them apples? Pick your own seasonal fruits and veggies at Bucks County’s fantastic u-pick
Find all the farms at VisitBucksCounty.com/Farms
Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve
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Peace Valley Lavender Farm
22 AWESOME THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS
See new heights at Aerial Adventure Park at Hellerick’s Family Farm, Doylestown and Tree Trails Adventures, Trevose
Discover nature at Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, New Hope
Climb to the top of Bowman’s Hill Tower at Washington Crossing Historic Park, Washington Crossing
Scale the rock wall at Bucks County Children’s Museum, New Hope
Satisfy your sweet tooth by stopping at the creameries along the Bucks County Ice Cream Trail
Go tubing at Bucks County River Country, Point Pleasant
Check out children’s theater at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, Bristol Riverside Theatre or Newtown Theatre
Cast magical spells and mix potions at Cloak and Wand in Peddler's Village
Catch a movie at the County Theater, Doylestown
Scale the walls of Doylestown Rock Gym & Adventure Center, Doylestown
Explore the obstacles at Giggleberry Fair in Peddler’s Village
Inspire your little artists at the Michener Art Museum, Doylestown
Climb, slide and play at Kids’ Castle, Doylestown or Lions Pride Park Kids Mountain, Warrington
Marvel at the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle, Doylestown
Create your own tile at Moravian Pottery & Tile Works, Doylestown
Ride aboard the New Hope Railroad, New Hope
Kayak at Nockamixon State Park, Quakertown
Step back in time at Pennsbury Manor, Morrisville
Make music at Ringing Rocks Park, Upper Black Eddy
Dine with Elmo & Friends at Sesame Place® Philadelphia, Langhorne
Pick-your-own fruit and family fun at Shady Brook Farm, Yardley
Picnic under the planes at Van Sant Historic Airfield, Erwinna
For more Family Fun, go to VisitBucksCounty.com/Kids
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Shady Brook Farm
Bucks County Children's Museum
Sesame Place Philadelphia
Tubing on the Delaware
Tanner Brothers Dairy
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WAYS TO EXPERIENCE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
The expansive countryside is home to many parks, trails and nature centers, perfect for a day of biking, hiking or running
CORE CREEK PARK
Explore the 1,200 acres. Run along safe and well-mapped paths and take a side trip along Lake Luxembourg.
DELAWARE CANAL STATE PARK
Run along the Delaware Canal on this 60-mile trail. The canal is a piece of Pennsylvania history from the mid-19th century and contains many miles of river shoreline and 11 islands.
DELAWARE RIVER
One of the most popular outdoor summertime activities is tubing at Bucks County River Country!
LAKE TOWEE PARK
This 549-acre park in Applebachsville, located in upper Bucks County, offers both horseback riding trails and ice skatingmaking it the perfect place to get outdoors all year round.
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72 HOURS FOR THE HISTORY LOVER
NESHAMINY STATE PARK
Hop off your bike for a jog along four miles of trails. This park also offers a playground and boat launch ramps for kayaking.
NOCKAMIXON STATE PARK
Explore the remnants of a long-forgotten summer camp or see migrating waterfowl at this 5,000-acre park. Watch the boaters and fisherman on the lake.
PEACE VALLEY PARK
Bike along the blacktop trail around Lake Galena. Spy one of 250 bird species in 14 miles of trails, woods and meadows. Grab flowers across the way at Peace Valley Lavender Farm.
RALPH STOVER STATE PARK
The tallest place to hike, take in the breathtaking countryside from atop “High Rocks,” a 200-foot sheer rock formation.
RINGING ROCKS PARK
Bring a hammer to this notorious boulder field, which is filled with mysterious rocks that ring like a bell when struck.
SILVER LAKE PARK
This coastal plain forest has 4.5 miles of trails. Learn more about the habitat inside the Silver Lake Nature Center.
TYLER STATE PARK
Take a bike ride through open fields and farms. Follow the winding contour of Neshaminy Creek through 1,711 acres of land.
DAY ONE
Start your morning at Washington Crossing Historic Park, where George Washington famously crossed the Delaware during the Revolutionary War.
Next, stop by his Pennsylvania headquarters at Summerseat in Morrisville!
Get a bird’s eye view at Bowman’s Hill Tower, built on what may have been a lookout point for Washington’s troops.
End your day with a delicious meal and overnight stay at the Logan Inn, Bucks County’s oldest continuously run Inn!
DAY TWO
Begin your day with a visit to Pennsbury Manor, William Penn’s 17th century country estate along the Delaware River.
Visit the scenic Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum
Take a a walk back in time through the former Quaker-based town of Historic Fallsington
Grab a pint and a bite to eat at the King George II Inn, which was founded in 1681 (even before the United States was!)
DAY THREE
In the morning, head to Doylestown where you’ll find the Bucks County Civil War Museum that is brimming with historic documents and artifacts.
Admire the beautiful stain glass windows at the National Shrine of Our Lady Czestochowa, where thousands visit every year.
Get inspired at the Pearl S. Buck House in Perkasie, where the Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winning author spent a majority of her life.
Before you leave, make sure to head to the Washington House in Sellersville, which was originally built in 1742 along the Lenape trail.
Rediscover the outdoors at VisitBucksCounty.com/OutdoorAdventure
your bags and head back in time with this three-day itinerary through some of Bucks County’s historic places. 3-day itinerary for the history lover at VisitBucksCounty.com/History Nockamixon State Park
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20 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ART IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
Scenic landscapes and bountiful nature make Bucks County an idyllic place for artist inspiration and interpretation. Tour the many galleries and studios!
SIP & SEE ON THE WINE & ART TRAIL
Visit Bucks County and the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County have curated works of art to see along the Bucks County Wine & Art Trail. While visiting the wineries, look for one of the outdoor, art reproductions on display at the vineyards.
Alan Fetterman Fine Arts Gallery, Doylestown
Arete Gallery, New Hope
AOY Art Center, Yardley
Chapman Gallery, Doylestown
Chimayo Gallery & Gift Shop, Perkasie
Gathering, An Art Gallery and Boutique, Doylestown
Gratz Gallery & Conservation Studio, Doylestown
Lachman Gallery, Lahaska
Main Street Gallery, Quakertown
Mastercraft Fine Art Gallery, Quakertown
Michener Art Museum, Doylestown
New Hope Colony Foundation for the Arts, New Hope
New Hope Arts Center, New Hope
Patricia Hutton Galleries, Doylestown
Rich Timmons Fine Art Gallery, Doylestown
Silverman Gallery of Bucks County
Impressionist Art, Holicong
The Stover Mill Gallery, Erwinna
Moravian Pottery & Tile Works, Doylestown
Topeo Gallery, New Hope
Tyler Park Center for the Arts, Newtown
View all the art galleries at VisitBucksCounty.com/Galleries
MOBILE PASSPORT
Check in at 3 or more wineries and get a FREE set of limited edition fine art notecards. Go to VisitBucksCounty.com/ WineAndArtTrail.
PARTICIPATING WINERIES
Bishop Estate Vineyard & Winery, Perkasie Buckingham Valley Vineyards, Buckingham Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Washington Crossing Rose Bank Winery, Newtown
Rushland Ridge Vineyards & Winery, Jamison Sand Castle Winery, Erwinna Wycombe Vineyards, Furlong
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Wine Trail Postcards Plein Air artist at Fonthill Castle
Michener Art Museum
CELEBRATE WITH WINE & SPIRITS
Explore Bucks County’s vast vineyards and delicious distilleries. Take a tour to sip and see them all.
BUC S COUNTY ALE TRAIL
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WINERIES
Bishop Estate Vineyard & Winery, Perkasie
Buckingham Valley Vineyards, Buckingham
Unionville Vineyards Tasting Room, New Hope
Chaddsford Winery, Lahaska
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Washington Crossing
Desiato Winery in the Woods, Pipersville
Nissley Vineyards Wine Shop & Tasting Room, Peddler's Village
Rose Bank Winery, Newtown
Rushland Ridge Vineyards & Winery, Jamison
Sand Castle Winery, Erwinna
Vivat Alfa Winery, Doylestown
Vino by Zzino, Quakertown
Wycombe Vineyards, Furlong
Aristaeus Craft Brewing Company, Langhorne
Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery, Morrisville
Broad Street Brewing Taproom, Bristol
Broken Goblet Brewing, Bensalem
Bucks County Brewery, Pipersville
Free Will Brewing Company, Perkasie & Peddler’s Village
Geronimo Brewing Company, Doylestown
Great Barn Brewery, New Hope & Warrington
Iron Hill Brewery, Newtown
Mad Princes Brewing, Doylestown
Moss Mill Brewing Company, Huntingdon Valley
Mystic Ways Brewing, Perkasie
Naked Brewing Company, Huntingdon Valley & Bristol
Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company, Croydon, Dublin & New Hope
Newtown Brewing Company, Newtown
Odd Logic Brewing Company, Bristol
The Proper Brewing Company, Quakertown
Tranquility Brewing Company, Warminster
Red Lion Brewery, Quakertown
Second Sin Brewing Company, Bristol
The Langhorne Brewing Company, Langhorne
Triumph Brewing Company, New Hope
Two Rivers Brewing Tap Room, Quakertown
Van Lieus Brewing, Perkasie
Vault Brewing Company & Taproom, Yardley
Warwick Farm Brewing, Jamison
DISTILLERIES
1675 Spirits, Bensalem
Ashlynn Distillery, Morrisville
Dad’s Hat Rye Whiskey, Bristol
Doan Distillery, Quakertown
Hewn Spirits, Pipersville & Peddler’s Village
Hops & Hardware Distillery, Bristol
Sator Square Distillery, Furlong
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Warwick Farm Brewing
in at 5 or more breweries and get a FREE Bucks County Ale Trail T-Shirt!
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Spirits, Newtown Yardley Distilling, Morrisville
Rushland Ridge Winery
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Triple Sun Spirits
Naked Brewing Company
Free Will Brewing Company
WHERE TO STAY
Get cozy in one of Bucks County’s many bed & breakfasts situated on sprawling farms, off country roads and in charming downtowns. Or stay at the many contemporary, affordable hotels near major attractions.
BED & BREA FASTS & COUNTRY INNS
1740 House, Lumberville*
1870 Wedgwood Inn of New Hope, New Hope*
Aaron Burr House Inn, New Hope
Ash Mill Farm, Holicong
Black Bass Hotel & Restaurant, Lumberville
Bridgeton House On The Delaware, Upper Black Eddy*
Bucks County Cottage on the Delaware, Yardley
CanalView Guest House, Morrisville
Carriage House of New Hope, New Hope*
Doylestown Inn, Doylestown
Mainstreet Inn, Doylestown
Fox and Hound Bed & Breakfast, New Hope
Galvanized America Inn and Art Gallery, Pipersville
Ghost Light Inn, New Hope*
Golden Pheasant Inn & Restaurant, Erwinna
Golden Plough Inn, Lahaska
Hargrave House Bed & Breakfast, Doylestown
Highland Farm Bed and Breakfast, Doylestown
HollyHedge Estate, New Hope
Logan Inn, New Hope
New Hope Lodge, New Hope
Olivia’s Bridge Street Inn, New Hope
Pineapple Hill Inn Bed & Breakfast, New Hope
Plumsteadville Inn, Pipersville
Porches on the Towpath Bed & Breakfast, New Hope
Riverstone 1730, Upper Black Eddy
The Brick Hotel, Newtown
The Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm, Holicong
The Inn at Bowman’s Hill, New Hope
The Inn at Fox Briar Farm, Doylestown
The Temperance House, Newtown
Wishing Well B&B, New Hope
TAKE A LOOK INSIDE
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HOTELS
Best Western Plus, Bensalem*
Candlewood Suites, Bensalem
Comfort Inn, Trevose
Courtyard Marriott, Bensalem
Courtyard Marriott, Langhorne
Econo Lodge, Quakertown
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Bensalem, Bensalem
Hampton Inn & Suites Warrington Horsham, Warrington*
Hampton Inn & Suites Newtown, Yardley*
Hampton Inn Quakertown, Quakertown
Hampton Inn Doylestown, Warrington
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Quakertown, Quakertown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Warminster-Horsham, Warminster
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia NE-Bensalem, Bensalem
Holiday Inn Express Langhorne, Langhorne
Home2 Suites by Hilton, Warminster
Homewood Suites by Hilton Newtown-Langhorne, Newtown*
Homewood Suites Doylestown, Warrington
Inn at Fox Chase, Bensalem
Inn of the Dove, Bensalem
Knights Inn, Trevose
Neshaminy Inn & Bar, Trevose
New Hope Inn and Suites, New Hope
Penn Lodge Hotel & Suites, Feasterville-Trevose
Quality Inn & Suites, Bensalem
Quality Inn & Suites, Morrisville
Quality Inn & Suites, Quakertown
Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast, Trevose
Red Roof Inn of Oxford Valley, Langhorne*
Red Roof Inn, Trevose*
Residence Inn by Marriott, Langhorne
River House at Odette’s, New Hope
Sheraton Bucks County Langhorne, Langhorne
Sleep Inn, Inn & Suites, Bensalem
SpringHill Suites, Langhorne
River House at Odette's
SpringHill Suites, Quakertown
Washington House Hotel & Restaurant, Sellersville
*pet-friendly!
Ghost Light Inn
Logan Inn
Home2 Suites Warminster
Bridgeton House
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Peddler’s Village Sand Sculptures in the Village
SEASONAL EVENTS
For a full list of Bucks County events, go to VisitBucksCounty.com/Events
Christmas Crossing Reenactment at Washington Crossing Historic Park
The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place® Philadelphia Upper Bucks Brewfest Pride Festivals Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show
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Tinicum Arts Festival
Fonthill’s Old-Fashioned Fourth of July
Peddler’s Village Apple Festival
Doylestown Arts Festival
Quakertown Autumn Alive!
Moravian Pottery & Tileworks Tilefest
TOUR THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
For thousands of escaped slaves in the 18th and 19th centuries, Bucks County was home to many important stops on the Underground Railroad. Take a self-guided driving tour past these historic hiding places.
HAUNTED DRIVING TOUR
Roaming spirits, haunted roads and unexplained phenomenon at inns can be found all over the County. See them all - if you dare!
BLACK BASS HOTEL & RESTAURANT
1870 Wedgwood Inn of New Hope, New Hope
African American Museum of Bucks County, Langhorne
African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, Bensalem
Buckingham Friends Meeting House, Buckingham
Continental Tavern, Yardley
Gather Place Museum at the Old A.M.E. Church, Yardley
Harriet Tubman Memorial Statue, Bristol
Mount Gilead Church, New Hope
Newtown Theatre, Newtown
Parry Mansion, New Hope
Quakertown Historical Society, Quakertown
Richard Moore House, Quakertown
The Archambault House, Newtown
“Old Hans” was the original innkeeper. After a terrible tavern brawl with a canal worker, he was stabbed to death. A pool of blood where he passed is said to have reappeared on several occasions!
CONTINENTAL TAVERN
Items from the Prohibition era, including a pistol and corset covered in bullet holes, were found during renovations. Objects are often seen to move or shake on their own.
GRAVITY HILL
There is a specific spot on Holicong Road in Buckingham where if you put your car in neutral, the car will work its way uphill on its own. Can you find it?
LOGAN INN
One of the most notable hauntings can be found in Room 6, “Emily’s Room.” Emily, a previous owner, makes frequent appearances to guests sleeping there.
VAN SANT COVERED BRIDGE
Legend has it that a new, young mother who was shunned by family and friends threw her baby off the bridge before hanging herself from the rafters. Locals refer to this bridge as “Cry Baby Bridge.”
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Harriet Tubman Memorial Statue
Tunnels under Wedgewood
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FOR AN EXTENDED
WEDDING WEEKEND
Staying in town for a wedding or event over the weekend? Check out these three perfectly planned itineraries to keep the good times rolling, way after the ceremony ends!
STAYING NEAR BENSALEM…
Start your day off with a pick-me-up from Potheads Coffee House in Bensalem. With an ever-changing menu of delicious drinks, pastries and coffee flights you’ll have the perfect dose of caffeine to keep you going all day long!
Keep the party going after the reception at Parx Casino! Stop by the Xcite Center which boasts some of the best live acts around!
Ready to work off all those late-night cocktails? Head to Core Creek Park to get those steps in or rent a kayak!
STAYING IN NEW HOPE/DOYLESTOWN…
Add an extra day of fun to your trip! Hit up the arts and culture scene in Doylestown. From exciting museums like the Michener Art Museum and Mercer Museum to the elaborate concrete Fonthill Castle, there is plenty to see and to when extending your stay in Bucks!
If you came in the night before the wedding, head to dinner at Havana in New Hope. Looking to zen out after your weekend festivities? Head to the Nurture Spa for a much-needed massage, facial or pedicure.
STAYING IN QUAKERTOWN…
Before you dance the night away, fuel up at the Trolley Barn Public Market. With so many snack options like Takkii Ramen, Yard’s Flatbread Pizza, and Batch Microcreamery, there is something for the flower girl to the best man!
Grab a post reception brew (or two) at Proper Brewing Company!
Left some essentials at home? Plan a shopping spree at the many boutique stores that line the main streets of Quakertown!
Laughs, live music and showstopping performances. Spend your evening at an entertainment venue, theater or comedy club!
For a full list of Bucks County Wedding Venues, go to VisitBucksCounty.com/Weddings
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol
Bristol Township Amphitheater, Bristol
Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts @ DelVal, Doylestown
Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope
Comedy Cabaret, Doylestown & Newtown County Theater, Doylestown
Great Barn Taphouse, Warrington
Gypsy Stage Company, Quakertown
Heritage Center Theatre, Morrisville
Lenape Park Amphiteater, Perkasie
McCooles Arts & Events Place, Quakertown
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Peddler’s Village
Newtown Theatre, Newtown Sellersville Theater, Sellersville
The Tavern at New Hope Winery, New Hope
Town and Country Players Barn Theater, Buckingham
Univest Performance Center, Quakertown Xcite Center at Parx Casino®, Bensalem
For more ideas, go to VisitBucksCounty.com/Entertainment
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT STAY
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Bucks County Playhouse
Durham Hill Farm
Crossing Vineyards
Bristol Summer Music Fest
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Bridgeton House on the Delaware
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