John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 42
Fonthill Castle (20 min) Former mansion that's a mash-up of architectural styles houses arts-&-crafts tiles, antiques & more. The Bucks County Children's Museum (8 min) Washington Crossing Historic Park (13 min) Tours are offered of this Revolutionary War site where Washington's army crossed the Delaware River. Baldpate Mountain (11 min) Ralph Stover (23 min) 45-acres of woods bisected by Tohickon Creek, offering rock-climbing, boating, hiking & fishing. Shady Brook Farm (22 min) Known for its seasonal events & U-pick, this quaint farm also features a market, deli & nursery. New Hope Railroad (5 min) This heritage railroad operates both steam & diesel locomotives along its 18 mile route. Michener Art Museum (21 min) Non-profit art museum dedicated to Bucks County art offers several galleries & a sculpture garden. Moravian Pottery & Tile Works Museum (21 min) Spanish Mission-style factory for tiles & mosaics now features craft exhibits plus a gift shop. Bowman’s Hill Tower (9 min) Circa-1930 fieldstone tower in a remote forested setting with an observation deck & picnic areas. Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve (5 min) This 134-acre wildflower preserve features over 800 plant species native to the Delaware Valley. Tyler State Park (18 min) Expansive park offering activities like hiking & boating plus theater & other cultural events. Washington Crossing State Park, NJ (15 min) Site where Washington crossed the Delaware in 1776, now offering hiking, wildlife & a museum. Mercer Museum (21 min) Museum offering a look at early American tools, vehicles & domestic equipment used in everyday life. Howell Living History Farm (10 min) Museum devoted to 250 years of area farm life, with costumed staff & active farming operations. |