Top Things to do in
Top Hotels in Brandywine Valley
- 1. Inn At Mendenhall, BW Premier Collection
- 2. Hampton Inn Downingtown / Exton
- 3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Downingtown Exton Route 30
- 4. Brandywine River Hotel
- 5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Kennett Square Brandywine Valley
- 6. Holiday Inn Express Exton - Great Valley, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Fairfield Inn Philadelphia West Chester/Exton
- 8. Courtyard Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern
- 9. Desmond Hotel Malvern, a DoubleTree by Hilton
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge/Oaks
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in , Brandywine Valley
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Longwood Gardens, Taste Kennett Food Tours, Brandywine River Museum of Art, BounceU Exton, Penns Woods Winery, Chadds Ford Historical Society, Treehouse World, Sheeder Mill Farm, Hibernia County Park, West Chester Railroad.
Restaurants in Brandywine Valley
1. Longwood Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,300 reviews
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing 1,077 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to inspire people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education and the performing arts, through programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by leading artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Reviewed By patripper - State College, United States
Though May is somewhat of an in-between time, Longwood never disappoints. The indoor conservatory is always "in bloom"with different plants and flowers every season. The fountains are fun to watch...the gift shop is lovely (though a bit expensive)...and the restaurants are always good - mushroom soup to die for.
2. Taste Kennett Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
Taste Kennett Food Tours offer three-hour walking food tours of Kennett Square on Sundays at 1pm. Discover our town's diverse cuisine offerings through sweet and savory food samples at six restaurants, one craft brewery and one winery tasting room owned by proud members of our community. Tours are $49/person and include tastings, chef demonstrations, the opportunity to chat with chefs and/or owners, and a guided walking tour of our historical town. A very fun and unique way to discover Kennett Square!
3. Brandywine River Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 802 reviews
Discover an outstanding collection of American art, including works by N.C., Andrew and Jamie Wyeth, housed in a historic grist mill with glass-walled lobbies overlooking the scenic Brandywine. During the holiday season, experience the extensive O-gauge model train display, one of the largest in the country, with five trains running simultaneously on nearly 2,000 feet of track. Enjoy guided tours of the Andrew Wyeth Studio, the N.C. Wyeth House and Studio and Kuerner Farm (April to mid-November). Museum shop and cafe.
Reviewed By Mira_Bihac
This Museum has works ,Art,s collection of three generations of the Wyeth family :beautiful portraits,landscapes, elegant still -life paintings.... Museum sits on 15 acre campus with trials to walk ,beautiful plants,and outdoor sculptures. You can also enjoy cafe with Windows offering breathtaking views. You can also admire museum shop with beautiful selection of gifts, books and jewelry.... Very pleasant,must see..
4. BounceU Exton
5. Penns Woods Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Penns Woods Winery is family-run & 100% Pennsylvania grown. Our Tasting Room in Chadds Ford, PA boasts relaxing vineyard views with exciting events each weekend including guided tastings, live music, food and wine pairings, classes and more! Our ultra-premium wines can be found in restaurants throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. We are conveniently located off of 202 just minutes from West Chester, PA, 15 minutes from Wilmington, DE and 35 minutes from Philadelphia, PA! Think Globally, Drink Locally.
Reviewed By Karen29Berks
We were looking for a local winery to visit before going to Longwood Gardens and I’m so happy we found Penns Woods! We were there on one of the first days reopening after Covid and the winery has done a wonderful job in adapting to the state requirements. We booked a tasting, which was held outside in a pavilion. They had a seating every few hours and the group (at socially distant tables) all went through the tasting together. We tasted 5 wines and the hostess talked about each one as we tasted. For our $25 tasting fee, we had 5 generous samples (much larger than a normal tasting), an individually packaged snack tray, and the full size wine glass to keep. I would definitely return!
6. Chadds Ford Historical Society
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
For 50 years the Chadds Ford Historical Society has been preserving history, providing education and serving the community. Our three 18th century houses are the central point for living history programs and education.
Reviewed By steveplotkin
This $26 per person exercise takes about 90 minutes, if you are good. Locked in an authentic colonial room as a Revolutionary War Spy for the Americans, you have to decipher a mind-boggling series of clues, find the key and the secret battle plans and escape. Groups up to 8 For all ages. Said to be intermediate difficulty.
7. Treehouse World
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
THE PREMIER ADVENTURE DESTINATION Treehouse World is a place to explore the newest and coolest treehouses around. Adventure awaits you at our unique activities including Buccaneer Zipline, Bungy Trampoline, Walk the Plank, Tree Climbing, and Archery Tag. And most of all, a place to have a ton of fun. Treehouse World is not just for kids – challenge yourself on our Valley Creek Aerial Zipline Tour – connect with nature! Look no further for fun things to do outside in West Chester!
8. Sheeder Mill Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Wildheart1996 - North Massapequa, United States
I have gone twice to Sheeder Mill for a trail ride, and found both times to be amazing! I have been riding English on and off since I was a kid, and have been on many trails before. I would highly recommend Sheeder Mill. My FAVORITE part is you get a trail guide for your group. No strangers join you and you ride at the level of the most inexperienced rider. I really appreciate how they have you rate your riding ability and give you horses to match your experience; they clearly value safety. You also have the option of english or western saddle, but I prefer Western on trail for comfort. My first time I went for a 1.5 hour trial with my SO who had never ridden before. After quick pointers on basic turning we headed off. Before we hit the actual trail we made a pit stop in a small ring where the trail guide had my boyfriend practice steering the horse around some barrels and asking him to go & stop. Even though we went single file on this ride this is a great touch since it allows beginners to get an idea of how to control their horse if they try to wander off, eat etc. I did think that even though he was a dead beginner a short trot would have been easy to handle. However when we got to an open road I (being an advanced rider) was allowed to hang back and trot to catch up. I even got a short canter in! The trail guide we had was fantastic! After our lesson we were asking about places to eat in the area and she recommended this adorable small town by a creek, and mentioned they have some really nice walking trails there. When we said we would check out the trail and she even gave us both bug spray! Because of my amazing first experience I came back with my advanced rider friend. Once they saw we both could clearly ride the trail guide didn't enforce a single file rule - a first in any trail I've ever been on. This was AMAZING because my horse (I believe his name was Tristan) was the fastest of the bunch. When the guide told us we could cater, I barely had to ask he was very excited to get going! Tristan jumped into a very fast canter when he realized I wasn't holding him back. We had an amazing long hand-gallop up a hill and it was so exhilarating just to be able to let your horse go without worrying about not passing the horse in front! When the trail guide asked us to have a nice controlled canter, Tristan was extremely responsive to my aids and immediately shortened and slowed his stride without breaking out of a canter. The only drawback is that since the wooded trails are so narrow you cannot easily canter on them. Most of our cantering was done on dirt roads that cars do drive on infrequently (we only encountered a mail truck). We did encounter 3 more cars on the paved road returning to the barn. Even when riding on the "roads" the trail is very scenic and wooded with a few houses here and there. I didn't mind this too much in the end because the wooded trail you ride on is so scenic, you get to cross some creeks with your horse as well which was a first for me on trail. Overall I would highly recommend! I'm trying to find a way to get back there one day since I'm now living in NY!
9. Hibernia County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By heathersM5612DV
A beautiful place to walk and observe nature. A gigantic, sparkly lake awaits where you can fish, kayak, or casually float in a tube. A former railroad track remains as a shaded walking trail and the driveway to the mansion, now covered with asphalt, is a long but comfortable walk wide enough to accommodate a family walking a dog. The Hibernia mansion is amazing and open to the public certain days of the month with guided tours. It does cost a few dollars ($3, I think) to go on the guided tour but it is worth every penny. The volunteer guides are extremely knowledgeable and to be able to walk through this house, all of the items intact, is fascinating. A 65 year old, a mid forties mom, two elementary aged kids, and a young man in his early 20s toured and everyone was fully engaged the entire time. There is an area in the park for children to play that includes a swing set, see saw, and jungle gym, restrooms, and soda machines. People often ride horses through the park as there is a comprehensive trail system, as well. We visit this park often.
10. West Chester Railroad
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 58 reviews
Traces the history of the railroad in Pennsylvania.
Reviewed By Steve112975 - Downingtown, United States
Need way to see the old diesel railroad that used to run from West Chester. It is about 30 mins from West Chester to Glen Mills along some very nice scenery. Once in Glen Mills the picnic grove is a nice place to have the lunch you brought with you and then your the station and ride the train back to West Chester. This trip is the perfect amount of time and a decent price.
