About an hour west of NYC and an hour north of Philadelphia is Bucks County, PA. The Delaware River runs alongside, separating PA from NJ. It's a beautiful location in all seasons. It's a B&B destination, an antiquing stopping place, and a histor...
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B&Bs
Sleep like a Revolutionary War hero in some of the finest inns of America.
Very chic! This is the top place in the area. It's packed for dinner and Sunday brunch, so if you're dining here, make reservations.
Logan Inn in New Hope PA
I listed this in “dining” as well, but if you're having a bridal party or family reunion, this is the nicest place in Bucks County to stay. Just beautiful river views. Very elegant.
River House at Odette's
Be right in the middle of Peddler's Village and stay in this quaint inn.
Golden Plough Inn at Peddler's Village
The views of the river are beautiful, and the inn comes highly rated.
Bridgeton House on the Delaware
Voted best inn in Bucks County
Galvanized America Inn and Art Gallery
This place is a destination in and of itself!
Woolverton Inn
Such a sweet place.
The Inn at Fox Briar Farm - Inn, Weddings, Events
This is a beautiful building in a sublime setting.
Fox and Hound Bed & Breakfast of New Hope
Eat Your Heart Out
Take your time to read the menus. They print historic info about the location on the menus and also have seasonal selections. Visit during strawberry season and most menus go overboard with strawberry themed dishes. You'll just have to visit during a...
Just one of the many wineries in the area. Beautiful location!
Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Hands down the best Sunday brunch place around. Chic. Live music. River views.
Odette’s
If the weather permits, dine outdoors on the patio. Watch them set up for wedding receptions in the garden. Get the tour of the reception area too.
Washington Crossing Inn
The best place to have your anniversary dinner. Also a great little inn.
Black Bass Hotel
Most of the great places to eat in Bucks County are also great inns! The Lambertville Station is no exception.
Lambertville, NJ Hotel - Lambertville Station Rest. & Inn
If you're in Peddler's Village, don't miss Earl's.
Earl's New American
My favorite local coffee shop!
Mama Hawk's Kitchen & Coffee
My go-to cafe in Doylestown. Excellent breakfast options.
Native Cafe
Delish French pastries
Le Macaron French Pastries Doylestown
The most French French patisserie this side of France
Chez Alice
Real History You Can Do
Things to do in New Hope, Doylestown, Lambertville, and surrounding areas of Bucks County.
Take this historic (refurbished & rebuilt) train around New Hope an Bucks County to see the fall foliage, the countryside, or have a dining adventure. PS- Santa and the Easter Bunny also host rides!
New Hope Railroad
See why Henry Mercer collected farm tools of the 1800s- he was preserving American culture! This place is like a snowglobe of wonder- things are hanging all the way up the 6 floors of walls and hoisted up to the ceiling. I can't describe it properly....
Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle
Also part of the Mercer estate- he built this to do the tiles for his castle on site. Take a tour of the kilns and the castle.
Moravian Pottery & Tile Works Museum
One of the most prominent American authors lived here, and her house is open to public. You have to be on a tour, but they run several times a day. This 90 minutes is a fascinating bit of American (and Chinese) history. Look for the nesting dolls tha...
Pearl S. Buck National Historic Landmark
Take a walk along the Delaware Canal in New Hope. Stop into the historic canal house museum (free) and see how the canal handlers lived. You can bike and jog along the canal- as long as you avoid the geese, turtles, and birds!
Delaware Canal
Visit Washington Crossing Park and take in a reenactment. You can also picnic or catch the seasonal farmer's and craft markets.
The Crossing Reenactment | Washington Crossing Historic Park
Arts & Culture & Events
You'll need more than a 3-day weekend to appreciate all there is to do in Bucks County.
You'll spend a whole day shopping, eating, browsing, and taking pictures of the grounds at Peddler's Village. Their beautiful grounds and gardens are decorated for EVERY season. If you live nearby, you'll have to bring the kids (and big kids!) to tak...
Peddler's Village
Main Street in New Hope is a mile-long street of eclectic shops, fun dining, and woo-woo. Every corner is photo-worthy. Check out the theater playhouse and the Logan Inn. Don't miss the Marketplace for quick eats and great coffee. Get an ice cream an...
New Hope
Need a little outdoors time? Make it pretty!
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve
Springtime sightseeing? Add a stop here.
Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
Fun for the kids!
Sesame Place Philadelphia
This historic playhouse was the summer destination for Broadway performers and off-season pros. Learn about the famous names that have performed here and catch a show while you're at it.
