Top Things to do in Bucks County
Top Hotels in Bucks County
- 1. Inn at Fox Chase
- 2. Golden Plough Inn at Peddler's Village
- 3. Inn of the Dove Romantic Luxury & Business Suites
- 4. Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast
- 5. Ghost Light Inn
- 6. Hampton Inn Doylestown
- 7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Quakertown, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Bridgeton House on the Delaware
- 9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Warminster Horsham
- 10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Newtown - Langhorne, PA
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Bucks County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Bucks County, United States including Tyler State Park, Bury The Hatchet Bensalem - Axe Throwing, Michener Art Museum, Delaware Canal, Mercer Museum, Fonthill Castle, Pearl S. Buck House, Crossing Vineyards and Winery, Kids Castle, Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine.
Restaurants in Bucks County
1. Tyler State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By bernie1123 - Newtown, United States
I live within walking distance of Tyler Park and the Covered Bridge...nice walking trails, good workout up and down the hills. Nice place to bring your dog on a leash. Many dog folks dont abide by the rule of leashing their dog and it becomes an unpleasant experience if you have a dog that is anxious. So please be courteous and respectful and leash your dog..
2. Bury The Hatchet Bensalem - Axe Throwing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 724 reviews
*Hours subject to change* Competitive axe throwing is a well known Canadian past time that's becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Simply put, it's like playing a game of darts, except with axes! At Bury The Hatchet you'll experience the thrill of launching an axe at a wooden target in a safe and fun environment. You and your best mates will spend two hours becoming intimate with a 1.5lb piece of whirling wood and metal as you learn, practice, and then finally square off toe-to-toe in a group tournament.
Reviewed By abigailreikow - Philadelphia, United States
This was my first visit and it was really great. Staff from check in was super friendly, our axe master was patient, encouraging, and really helped make it a lot of fun. The facility was also just nice with picnic tables and refrigerators to store your beer. I would do this again in a heartbeat.
3. Michener Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
The Michener Art Museum is an American art institution dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting the art and cultural heritage of the Delaware Valley region and beyond. Welcoming 135,000 visitors each year, the Michener showcases a spectacular collection of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings as well as many special and permanent exhibitions that include the work of historical and contemporary painters, sculptors, photographers, and furniture designers. Art transforms—we’ll show you how.
Reviewed By MitchPhyllis65 - Morristown, United States
The Michener Art Museum offers every one the chance to experience the world of art up close by viewing wonderful paintings and sculptures displayed in various exhibits throughout the year. My wife and I visited the museum on a recent rainy day and were amazed how beautiful it really is, and as a Submarine Veteran w/ID I was especially grateful to be informed there would be no entrance fee for both of us. This art museum may not be the largest we’ve seen but it was definitely worth the hour and a half drive to get here and we highly recommend checking it out.
4. Delaware Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
A small stretch of the Delaware River: great for canoeing.
Reviewed By PeterWJr46 - Poughkeepsie, United States
This past week, my wife and I were able to ride the fourteen mile loop from New Hope to Washington's Crossing across to New Jersey back to Lambertville and the bridge to New Hope. The paths on both sides of the Delaware River and canals is relative flat and easily navigated. Be sure to bring a bottle of water. The ride is pleasant, but it is without amenities.
5. Mercer Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 500 reviews
Managed by the Bucks County Historical Society, this museum pays tribute to Henry Chapman Mercer, noted archaeologist, antiquarian, artist and writer.
Reviewed By Brooklyn478 - Brooklyn, United States
The Mercer Museum in Doylestown PA was a new find and what as discovery! Interesting old castle like concrete building filled with artifacts about every aspect of the old world life where craftsmanship was key. What a collection with well described sections covering blacksmith to candle making to wagon making and even a small general store. Fun for the whole family. Check out all floors and also get the discounted combo ticket including Fonthill Castle Mercer ‘s home to complete the adventure! Staff is also very nice and helpful.
6. Fonthill Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 489 reviews
Once the home of Henry Mercer (1856-1930,) this concrete castle boasts 44 rooms with interior walls, floors and ceilings adorned with a dazzling array of the artists original handcrafted tiles.
Reviewed By we3reevers
We were looking for a quick day trip and decided on visiting Doylestown. Fonthill Castle was our first stop and we were very impressed. We enjoyed hearing of the quirkiness of Mercy, the design and building of the castle, the amazing tile work and careful itemizing of each tile, stories of Lucy the horse and Rocco the dog. Our tour guide, Peter, was excellent.
7. Pearl S. Buck House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Just a short drive from Philadelphia, The Pearl S. Buck House promotes the legacy of author and humanitarian, Pearl S. Buck.As you walk through her pre-1825 Pennsylvania stone farmhouse, you will learn her life history, which began in childhood as a daughter of missionary parents in China and ended as a Pulitzer and Nobel-prize winning author. One of just a few national historic landmarks that uphold a woman's legacy, the intact collection includes the typewriter she used to write The Good Earth. Serene paths lead to her gravesite. Exhibit gallery displays her numerous awards including the Nobel prize. International gift shop on location. Pair a tour with a book discussion. Annual festival of trees, writing workshops and cultural events scheduled year round.
Reviewed By GoingPlacesWandering - Pennsburg, United States
Wow - I knew Pearl S. Buck was an author but I didn’t know about ALL her humanitarian endeavors! Today I learned just a bit about her life and wow!!! She was a phenomenal outspoken woman for human rights - all humans! An advocate for the mental impaired, adoption, women’s rights, education of children, racial equality and I’m sure I’m missing some more! What an inspiration! Her home a National Historic Landmark and is right here in Bucks County! I am embarrassed that I have lived here my whole life and was never here! I went on a cold dreary day but the house tour was awesome - festival of tees was going on so the whole house was decorated. Visitor center was extremely informative. Definitely will be back to see the grounds on a nicer day! Plan to bring family and friends as well! What a local treasure! Thank you Jenna Worrell of Visit Bucks County for hosting the Fall Group Tour Committee Meeting at Pearl S. Buck.
8. Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 560 reviews
Reviewed By Z1629GXdebbiep - Union, United States
Great wine, atmosphere and beautiful place to relax, unwind and sample winery! My go to place! Love this place!
9. Kids Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By js10018 - Doylestown, United States
The castle is a great structure in a great setting, It looks like a fairy-tale come to life and makes me wish I was young again. Clean and well-maintained, it is an integral part of the park and is the type of amenity that makes Doylestown and Bucks County great.
10. Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States
This is a forever fascinating unique shrine complex, friendly, inviting - with long standing tradition of hospitality and many events through the year. The church is dedicated to Black Madonna - Our Lady of Czestochowa and it is surrounded by the adjacent festival grounds and cemetery. The church is known for its modern beautiful altar and the stunning stain-glass windows depicting the history of Poland and United States. There is also a chapel, cafeteria, souvenir store, exhibit halls, museum and many other notable nooks to explore. Coronavirus disturbed the usual schedule of events, religious pilgrimages, exhibits and the yearly September attraction of the Polish Festival but this special place is always worth visiting and attractive both to ordinary tourists and pilgrims on a spiritual journey.
