Bucks County Destination Guide 2023

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Ways to Experience OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Promoting travel to Bucks County, PA 22 Awesome THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS © 2023 Sesame Workshop
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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
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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

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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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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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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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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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Triple 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

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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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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

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