Guidebook for Doylestown
Essentials
Main St & Old Dublin Pk station
GIANT Food Stores
4377 Swamp RdOpen 24 hours and just down the road.
Weis Markets
73 Old Dublin PikeAt the corner of Old Dublin and Main St. Close to the house.
Food Scene
Unique shop owned by local people. Fresh baked goods. Love the spinach croissant.
Maryanne Pastry Shoppe
10 Atkinson DrUnique shop owned by local people. Fresh baked goods. Love the spinach croissant.
If you like freshness, you'll love The Market at DelVal. It's a locovore's dream! Find fresh grown produce, locally made Rose Bank Wines, freshly prepared meals by JustFood, delectable desserts by Confection Perfection, locally produced organic meats, hormone-free milk in glass bottles, gourmet cheeses and crackers, Uncle Dave's Homemade Ice Cream, and our full-service Deli all under one roof. Come on in and enjoy all we have to offer!
The Market at DelVal
2100 Lower State RdIf you like freshness, you'll love The Market at DelVal. It's a locovore's dream! Find fresh grown produce, locally made Rose Bank Wines, freshly prepared meals by JustFood, delectable desserts by Confection Perfection, locally produced organic meats, hormone-free milk in glass bottles, gourmet cheeses and crackers, Uncle Dave's Homemade Ice Cream, and our full-service Deli all under one roof. Come on in and enjoy all we have to offer!
Breakfast and lunch favorites and daily specials. You can walk there from the house. You will smell the cooking early in the morning from the front deck.
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Cross Keys Diner
4125 E Swamp RdBreakfast and lunch favorites and daily specials. You can walk there from the house. You will smell the cooking early in the morning from the front deck.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
4319 Swamp RdFamily place with reasonable prices.
Chambers 19 Bistro & Bar
19 N Main StGreat, unique food.
Boccadito Fine Cuisine
12 S Main StGood food.
Bacco Bistro
478 N Main Stgood food at reasonable prices.
The absolute best Italian food. Hot foods to go or eat in. Meats, fruit, desserts, everything Italian. Don't miss this one when you are in town.
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Altomonte's Italian Market
856 N Easton RdThe absolute best Italian food. Hot foods to go or eat in. Meats, fruit, desserts, everything Italian. Don't miss this one when you are in town.
Paganini Ristorante
81 W State StLocated in center of town.
Eat-in, take out, or table service. Hugh selection of pizza by the slice. I like the mushroom and cheese grinder. Nice size portions.
Pina's Pizza III
4349 W Swamp RdEat-in, take out, or table service. Hugh selection of pizza by the slice. I like the mushroom and cheese grinder. Nice size portions.
Aunt Judy's Family Restaurant
120 Veterans LnSmall, informal, great breakfast.
Sightseeing
Fonthill Castle Hours
Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays Noon – 5:00 pm
Reservations are required as tours can fill up quickly. We will do our best to accommodate walk-ins but we can not guarantee access. For reservations and tour times, call 215-348-9461 or email fhmail@fonthillmuseum.org.
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Castello di Fonthill
525 E Court St Fonthill Castle Hours
Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays Noon – 5:00 pm
Reservations are required as tours can fill up quickly. We will do our best to accommodate walk-ins but we can not guarantee access. For reservations and tour times, call 215-348-9461 or email fhmail@fonthillmuseum.org.
Located on Beacon Hill, and overlooking Peace Valley, the Shrine is the perfect place to come and spend time in prayer and reflection. The Pauline Fathers and Brothers invite individuals and groups to visit and use all the facilities now available at the Shrine. They warmly welcome both Catholic and non-Catholic visitors.
Il Santuario nazionale di Nostra Signora di Czestochowa
654 Ferry Rd Located on Beacon Hill, and overlooking Peace Valley, the Shrine is the perfect place to come and spend time in prayer and reflection. The Pauline Fathers and Brothers invite individuals and groups to visit and use all the facilities now available at the Shrine. They warmly welcome both Catholic and non-Catholic visitors.
This literary tourist site attracts writers, fans of Pearl Buck books and visitors who want to discover the legacy of a Pulitzer-prize winning writer, advocate and humanitarian. The national historic landmark home is open for guided tours which feature her Nobel and Pulitzer prizes on display; the desk where Ms. Buck penned her novel The Good Earth, gifts from luminaries like the Dali Lama and President Richard Nixon; photos of President John F. Kennedy and Eleanor Roosevelt; paintings from renowned artists, and so much more. Guided tours will inspire and educate visitors as they gain access into the personal life of Pearl Buck and her husband, Richard Walsh.
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Pearl S. Buck International
520 Dublin RdThis literary tourist site attracts writers, fans of Pearl Buck books and visitors who want to discover the legacy of a Pulitzer-prize winning writer, advocate and humanitarian. The national historic landmark home is open for guided tours which feature her Nobel and Pulitzer prizes on display; the desk where Ms. Buck penned her novel The Good Earth, gifts from luminaries like the Dali Lama and President Richard Nixon; photos of President John F. Kennedy and Eleanor Roosevelt; paintings from renowned artists, and so much more. Guided tours will inspire and educate visitors as they gain access into the personal life of Pearl Buck and her husband, Richard Walsh.
Cabin Run Covered Bridge was built in 1871 and crosses Cabin Run Creek. The creek, named for its early concentration of log cabins and small stone houses constructed along its course, empties into Tohickon Creek. Just be aware, this bridge has a height limit of 11 feet 10 inches, width of 15 feet and a weight limit of three tons.
Cabin Run Covered Bridge
Cabin Run Covered Bridge was built in 1871 and crosses Cabin Run Creek. The creek, named for its early concentration of log cabins and small stone houses constructed along its course, empties into Tohickon Creek. Just be aware, this bridge has a height limit of 11 feet 10 inches, width of 15 feet and a weight limit of three tons.
Parks & Nature
Lake Galena
Large park with big lake and walking trails.
Large park with boats. Can rent boats for use on the large lake.
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Lake Nockamixon
Large park with boats. Can rent boats for use on the large lake.
Unique to the area. Designed for kids and built by local residents.
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Kids Castle
425 Wells RdUnique to the area. Designed for kids and built by local residents.
Boating, walking, fishing and biking are just some of the activities at Peace Valley Park. Scenic trails run approx. 6 miles around the lake. There is no swimming in the lake. Kayak/ canoe rentals are available on both ends of the lake. At least 3 restrooms are stationed along the 6 miles lake trail. A few pavilions are offered for those planning events or looking for a nice place to rest. There is also a playground or two for the young ones.
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Parco della Valle della Pace
264 Creek RdBoating, walking, fishing and biking are just some of the activities at Peace Valley Park. Scenic trails run approx. 6 miles around the lake. There is no swimming in the lake. Kayak/ canoe rentals are available on both ends of the lake. At least 3 restrooms are stationed along the 6 miles lake trail. A few pavilions are offered for those planning events or looking for a nice place to rest. There is also a playground or two for the young ones.
Walk on the same ground as General George Washington and his Continental Army before they set sail across the Delaware River for their midnight crossing in December, 1776.
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Parco storico di Washington Crossing
1112 River RdWalk on the same ground as General George Washington and his Continental Army before they set sail across the Delaware River for their midnight crossing in December, 1776.
Arts & Culture
Built to house Henry Mercer's extensive collection of objects representing everyday life in the pre-industrial age.
Open daily Pricing
Adults: $15
Seniors (65 and up): $13
Youth (6-17): $8
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Museo Mercer
84 S Pine StBuilt to house Henry Mercer's extensive collection of objects representing everyday life in the pre-industrial age.
Open daily Pricing
Adults: $15
Seniors (65 and up): $13
Youth (6-17): $8
Housed on the site of a former prison, the Michener Art Museum presents many special exhibitions and showcases important regional artists. Permanent collection highlights include the Nakashima Reading Room, the Daniel Garber mural A Wooded Watershed, and a world-class collection of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings. Throughout the year, the Michener Art Museum hosts a wide range of programs open to the public, including lectures, artists conversations, gallery talks, artist studio tours, dance performances, jazz performances, Ladies Nights Out, family-themed activities, and other events. The Museum also offers art classes for children and adults, which include instruction in drawing, pain
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Michener Art Museum
138 S Pine StHoused on the site of a former prison, the Michener Art Museum presents many special exhibitions and showcases important regional artists. Permanent collection highlights include the Nakashima Reading Room, the Daniel Garber mural A Wooded Watershed, and a world-class collection of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings. Throughout the year, the Michener Art Museum hosts a wide range of programs open to the public, including lectures, artists conversations, gallery talks, artist studio tours, dance performances, jazz performances, Ladies Nights Out, family-themed activities, and other events. The Museum also offers art classes for children and adults, which include instruction in drawing, pain
The Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, a National Historic Landmark, is maintained as a "working history" museum by Pennsylvania's County of Bucks, Department of Parks and Recreation. Handmade tiles are still produced in a manner similar to that developed by the pottery's founder and builder, Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930). Mercer was a major proponent of the Arts & Crafts Movement in America. He directed the work at the pottery from 1898 until his death in 1930. You may still purchase handmade reissues of tiles and mosaics made in the American Arts & Crafts tradition from us. We continue to reissue many of the designs originally that were produced here.
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Moravian Pottery and Tile Works
130 E Swamp RdThe Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, a National Historic Landmark, is maintained as a "working history" museum by Pennsylvania's County of Bucks, Department of Parks and Recreation. Handmade tiles are still produced in a manner similar to that developed by the pottery's founder and builder, Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930). Mercer was a major proponent of the Arts & Crafts Movement in America. He directed the work at the pottery from 1898 until his death in 1930. You may still purchase handmade reissues of tiles and mosaics made in the American Arts & Crafts tradition from us. We continue to reissue many of the designs originally that were produced here.
Everything Else
Frequently used for wedding reception venues. Join us for a guided tour of Aldie Mansion! Aldie Mansion, 85 Old Dublin Pike, Doylestown, PA 18901 Cost: $12 a person, $10 for senior citizens, and $8 for Heritage Conservancy members. Children 12 and under are free but require adult supervision. Call Tammy Schane at 215-345-7020, ext. 107 for more information. To further enjoy the historic heritage of Aldie Mansion, we are opening the mansion’s doors to the public for guided tours twice a month. With the addition of the William Mercer artifact exhibit and the newly designed loggia panels, there is a lot to see and learn about. Come take a tour with our newly graduated docents to get in touch
Aldie Mansion
Frequently used for wedding reception venues. Join us for a guided tour of Aldie Mansion! Aldie Mansion, 85 Old Dublin Pike, Doylestown, PA 18901 Cost: $12 a person, $10 for senior citizens, and $8 for Heritage Conservancy members. Children 12 and under are free but require adult supervision. Call Tammy Schane at 215-345-7020, ext. 107 for more information. To further enjoy the historic heritage of Aldie Mansion, we are opening the mansion’s doors to the public for guided tours twice a month. With the addition of the William Mercer artifact exhibit and the newly designed loggia panels, there is a lot to see and learn about. Come take a tour with our newly graduated docents to get in touch
Entertainment & Activities
Kids Castle is listed as one of the world’s most unbelievable playgrounds in the online digital city guild for parents called the Red Tricycle. Free too.
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Kids Castle
425 Wells RdKids Castle is listed as one of the world’s most unbelievable playgrounds in the online digital city guild for parents called the Red Tricycle. Free too.
The County Theater is located at 20 E. State Street in Doylestown, PA and is a nonprofit, community-based movie theater that specializes in independent, art, and foreign films.
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County Theater
20 E State StThe County Theater is located at 20 E. State Street in Doylestown, PA and is a nonprofit, community-based movie theater that specializes in independent, art, and foreign films.
DOYLESTOWN, PA – The Doylestown Rock Gym is the premiere indoor rock climbing gym and adventure facility in the north Philadelphia area and Bucks County. Offering over 12,000 square feet of indoor rock climbing surface, including overhangs, boulders, aretes, chimneys, caves, cracks and lead walls, the facility is suitable for rock climbers of all ages and abilities. Beginner rock climbing lessons, advanced rock climbing lessons, outdoor rock climbing and lead climbing lessons are offered with group rates available.
Doylestown Rock Gym
3853 Old Easton RdDOYLESTOWN, PA – The Doylestown Rock Gym is the premiere indoor rock climbing gym and adventure facility in the north Philadelphia area and Bucks County. Offering over 12,000 square feet of indoor rock climbing surface, including overhangs, boulders, aretes, chimneys, caves, cracks and lead walls, the facility is suitable for rock climbers of all ages and abilities. Beginner rock climbing lessons, advanced rock climbing lessons, outdoor rock climbing and lead climbing lessons are offered with group rates available.
Relive the golden age of rail travel and take a front row seat as you take in the passing scenery of streams, scenic farmland, historic buildings, bridges and surroundings. On-board narration, provided on most trips, detail the history and folklore of the railroad, the towns, as well as points of interest along the line.
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New Hope & Ivyland Railroad station
Stockton AvenueRelive the golden age of rail travel and take a front row seat as you take in the passing scenery of streams, scenic farmland, historic buildings, bridges and surroundings. On-board narration, provided on most trips, detail the history and folklore of the railroad, the towns, as well as points of interest along the line.
the nation's first zoo, complete with over 1,000 animals, many of them endangered or rare.
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Zoo di Philadelphia
3400 W Girard Avethe nation's first zoo, complete with over 1,000 animals, many of them endangered or rare.
One of my favorite places to take children.
It’s all about discovering: Your children’s curiosity will be unleashed and they will create their own experiences during each and every visit.
It’s all about learning: We turn your children’s questions of “why?” and “how?” into exclamations of “WOW!”
It’s all about playing: You will have an extraordinary family experience that is fun and safe.
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Museo Please Touch
4231 Avenue of the RepublicOne of my favorite places to take children.
It’s all about discovering: Your children’s curiosity will be unleashed and they will create their own experiences during each and every visit.
It’s all about learning: We turn your children’s questions of “why?” and “how?” into exclamations of “WOW!”
It’s all about playing: You will have an extraordinary family experience that is fun and safe.
The nation's only Sesame Street theme park. There are special events throughout the park season.
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Sesame Place
100 Sesame RdThe nation's only Sesame Street theme park. There are special events throughout the park season.
The Franklin Institute is a science museum and the center of science education and research in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US. It is named after the American scientist and statesman, Benjamin Franklin, and houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. Founded in 1824, the Franklin Institute is one of the oldest centers of science education and development in the United States.
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Istituto Franklin
222 N 20th StThe Franklin Institute is a science museum and the center of science education and research in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US. It is named after the American scientist and statesman, Benjamin Franklin, and houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial. Founded in 1824, the Franklin Institute is one of the oldest centers of science education and development in the United States.