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
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Bucks County, Bucks County
Discover the best top things to do in Bucks County, United States including Old School Meetinghouse, Kreidersville Covered Bridge, Michener Art Museum, Fonthill Castle, Pearl S. Buck House, Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, Peddler's Village, Ringing Rocks County Park, Pennsbury Manor, Garden of Reflection 9/11 Memorial.
Restaurants in Bucks County
1. Old School Meetinghouse
2. Kreidersville Covered Bridge
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. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Peddler's Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 816 reviews
Peddler's Village is a 42-acre attraction in Bucks County that offers year-round shopping, dining, lodging and family entertainment. Located just minutes away from New Hope, PA, Peddler's Village comprises 60+ stores, six restaurants, a 66-room luxury hotel called the Golden Plough Inn, and the Giggleberry Fair indoor family fun center, which includes a 1920s carousel, a six-level climbing mountain/maze with berry blasters, and an arcade.
Reviewed By KevinsGirls - Edison, United States
Get out and go shopping at Peddlers Village. Lots of shops and eateries, easy free parking and lots of people without the riff-raff. Peddlers Village is fun to just stroll and people watch even if you don’t feel like shopping. Big Thumbs up for this attraction.
8. Ringing Rocks County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By EDLichtenstein - Wynnewood, United States
What a unique place. If you have young kids be prepared for at least an hour of climbing around a boulder field banging on rocks with a hammer (don't forget to bring your own). Many boulders ring when you hit them, and climbing from rock to rock to found the different sounds entertained my boys (6 and 8) for quite a while. When you get tired, find a flat boulder and enjoy the snacks you brought along (you did bring snacks, right?). After you should follow the short trail down to the waterfall for more boulder hopping fun. Get there early as the parking lot fills up. Better to go on a non-weekend if you can.
9. Pennsbury Manor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Tetor22 - Southampton, United States
Step back into the late 1600's at the Manor House of William Penn, along the Delaware River. Tour begins at the modern Visitor Center. Inside, there is a theater showing a short film about the beginning of Pennsylvania and William Penn. A small museum and gift shop are also in the Visitor Center. On display are artifacts found through excavation, which are proof of the Lenape Indians and the Penn Family presence. There are about 10 out buildings surrounding the main Manor House, which depict life on the plantation. A blacksmith, cook house, boat house, brewery and stable house live animals and presenters dressed in Colonial costumes. On site, there are a number of special outdoor gardens; such as the Kitchen Garden and Bee-Keeping Garden. Walk onto Penn's front lawn to see the rushing Delaware River and the Manor's beautiful landscaping, designed by Penn himself. All of the volunteers and presenters were well-informed, eager to share stories and handsomely dressed in their period garb. We completely enjoyed our experience and visit to Pennsbury Manor. About three hours are needed to take it all in. Parking is ample and free of charge. On most days, there is a modest charge for admission; and some days are free for everyone. Special events are scheduled throughout the year - such as Historic Trades, Animals at Pennsbury, Tall Tales and Brewing in Colonial times.
10. Garden of Reflection 9/11 Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By 990justinw - York, United States
This is probably one of the best 9/11 memorials I've seen. A piece of steel from the World Trade Center is at the entrance. Going around the loop are glass panels of all the victims of the attack, with a keystone symbol next to those who were from Pennsylvania. At the center are the names of those killed from Bucks County. Definitely a place to pay respects to those lost that day.
