John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 43
Washington Crossing State Park, NJ (22 min) Site where Washington crossed the Delaware in 1776, now offering hiking, wildlife & a museum. Michener Art Museum (19 min) Non-profit art museum dedicated to Bucks County art offers several galleries & a sculpture garden. Mercer Museum (19 min) Museum offering a look at early American tools, vehicles & domestic equipment used in everyday life. Bull's Island Recreation Area (10 min) Small island connecting to a canal towpath amid a lowland forest of sycamore, maple & poplar trees. New Hope Railroad (10 min) This heritage railroad operates both steam & diesel locomotives along its 18 mile route. Fonthill Castle (18 min) Former mansion that's a mash-up of architectural styles houses arts-&-crafts tiles, antiques & more. Ralph Stover (16 min) 45-acres of woods bisected by Tohickon Creek, offering rock-climbing, boating, hiking & fishing. Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve (15 min) This 134-acre wildflower preserve features over 800 plant species native to the Delaware Valley. Washington Crossing Historic Park (22 min) Tours are offered of this Revolutionary War site where Washington's army crossed the Delaware River. The Bucks County Children's Museum (10 min) Moravian Pottery & Tile Works Museum (19 min) Spanish Mission-style factory for tiles & mosaics now features craft exhibits plus a gift shop. Delaware Canal State Park (25 min) Sprawling riverfront park for recreation such as boating & biking with a large pond & 60-mile path. Tyler State Park (25 min) Expansive park offering activities like hiking & boating plus theater & other cultural events. Bowman’s Hill Tower (19 min) Circa-1930 fieldstone tower in a remote forested setting with an observation deck & picnic areas. Peace Valley Park (24 min) Calm outdoor spot with a lake & boating rentals, along with an abundance of walking & hiking trails. |