Location: Doylestown
Top Things to do in Doylestown
Top 8 Things to do Good for Kids in Doylestown, Pennsylvania (PA)
Doylestown is a borough and the county seat of Bucks County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is located 27 miles (43 km) north of Philadelphia and 80 miles (130 km) southwest of New York City. As of the 2010 census, the borough population was 8,380.
Restaurants in Doylestown
1. The County Theater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 233 reviews
The County is a nonprofit, community-based movie theater that specializes in independent, art, and foreign films. We are also one of the region's premier cinema destinations, offering, in addition to our regular programming, a variety of special events ranging from Saturday Kid's Matinees to classic Hollywood films. We regularly present local filmmakers and host discussion groups and lectures. "County Theater, Inc." is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt nonprofit corporation which owns and runs the theater.
Reviewed By Z6244TGkathleenb - Philadelphia, United States
Doylestown's County Theater is prepping for an Expansion similar to the very successful one at Phoenixville's Colonial Theater by Founding Executive Director Mary Foote. County Theater is a True GEM to Bucks County.
2. The Doylestown Bookshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By tangerinezoso - New York City, United States
I like supporting independent bookshops, so I had this on my list when visiting the Doylestown area. There was a nice selection in various subjects, as well as little knickknacks such as candles, notebooks, socks, and magnets. The only thing I could ask for would be a discount or bargain bin section of used books.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Moravian Pottery and Tile Works
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
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.
Reviewed By GoingPlacesWandering - Pennsburg, United States
Really enjoyed the tile works! So much history and then you see them continuing this tile making today using the same process! Even use local clay from Quakertown. The most interesting thing I found was that Mr. Mercer was a potter but unfortunately he could not make a pot or a vase - so he started doing tiles instead! This is so interesting that he technically by most standards was a failure! BUT.... turn that failure into something phenomenal! Wonderful story! Enjoyed everything and will go to the castle next time and return to the gift shop - wonderfully unique gifts!!!
6. Doylestown Rock Gym
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By JimA2003 - Doylestown, United States
My grandkids loved it! It was nice to do something fun .... and safe! The instructor was amazing! They were extremely careful!! Very, very few in the gym, sanitized everything! Great for all ages! Young to adults! Take water to drink. ????
7. Peace Valley Lavender Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
We are a small lavender farm nestled in the back roads of Bucks County PA. We have roughly 3,000 lavender plants in production. We dry our own lavender and distill on site to make a wide variety of products that are available in our gift shop. We are open Thursday-Saturday from 10am to 5 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm all year round.
Reviewed By amcarpenter123 - Philadelphia, United States
What a small hidden gem to find! The gift shop has unique gifts and there is a great display that explains how they harvest the lavender. Even though the harvest was over when we visited, the lake view across the street was beautiful! Will definitely return when back in town!
8. The Market at Del Valley College
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 30 reviews
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, raw milk, 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!
