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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
What to do and see in , Brandywine Valley: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Wharton Esherick Museum, Longwood Gardens, The Woodlands at Phillips, Pinball Gallery, Brandywine River Museum of Art, QVC Studio Park, The Flying Pig Saloon, Chester Valley Trail, Brandywine Museum, French Creek State Park.
Restaurants in Brandywine Valley
1. Wharton Esherick Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
Please note: ALL VISITORS MUST HAVE ADVANCE RESERVATIONS. Wharton Esherick was a sculptor who worked primarily in wood, readily extending his unique forms to furniture, furnishings, utensils, interiors, buildings, and more. His motto, "if it isn't fun, it isn't worth doing," is evident in the joyful expression of his work, inviting the eye and the hand. A National Historic Landmark for Architecture, his hilltop studio/residence, with more than 300 of his works on exhibition, has been preserved much as it was when the artist lived and worked there. The Museum is open to the public through guided tours for which reservations are required.
Reviewed By karenp2017
What a treat to tour the artist Wharton Esherick’s unique studio/home, where the building is as fascinating as the furniture and sculptures that it contains. Over a 40-year period, Esherick hand-crafted his home, designing and constructing everything from the carved cabinets to the puzzle-like floorboards to the amazing spiral staircase. Everything is smoothly shaped of polished wood, so lovingly finished that your fingers itch to touch - and here you can! Esherick’s furniture designs are organic and whimsical, but surprisingly practical, too, like the self-illuminating desk masquerading as a cupboard, or the hidden drawers built into a velvet settee. A knowledgeable docent led our hour-long tour (reserve online, $15 adults; $13 seniors) and guided us through the surprises and secrets of the house. As a bonus, the road we took to the Esherick Museum took us past several of the sites in the Valley Forge National Historical Park.
2. 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.
3. The Woodlands at Phillips
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
The Woodlands at Phillips is the retail store for Phillips Mushroom farms. We are in the restored family farmhouse dating back to 1828 offering a large variety of Phillips fresh mushrooms and "everything mushroom". Follow the path of mushrooms to our FREE Mushroom Growing Exhibit and Museum open year round. Check out our website and join our monthly newsletter. We also have an online store on our website.
Reviewed By CAMNYC1 - Wayne, United States
This was a really fun spur of the moment afternoon. Really interesting to see how mushrooms grow and learn about the history of Kennett Square mushrooms and especially the Phillips family. Gift shop is interesting and has unique gifts. It was wonderful to purchase a variety of fresh mushrooms to take back to New York! Staff was exceptionally helpful and nice. Definitely a stop to make time to visit! Would go back when visiting near Philly to get freshest mushrooms.
4. Pinball Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By blindlemon1 - West Chester, United States
Where can you pay $8 per person, and spend an hour with the best pinball machines anywhere? -The Pinball Gallery, of course! There are even better rates if you stay longer, or have a membership or family membership. This is a family-owned business, and they really care. There are new machines with all the bells and whistles, old ones for nostalgia, and other kinds of arcade games, including chess. You can play anything you like for the price at the door. I go there often with my son, and we have so much fun that we don't want to leave. I grew up on pinball, but the newer machines would be fun for all ages. The atmosphere is laid-back and family oriented. They do birthday parties, too! Drinks and snack are available via vending machines. They are closed Monday and Tuesday.
5. 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..
6. QVC Studio Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
QVC, the popular home-shopping network, offers studio tours that feature live broadcasts from five studio views.
7. The Flying Pig Saloon
8. Chester Valley Trail
9. Brandywine Museum
10. French Creek State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By donnabO8015OG - Gladwyne, United States
This was our first visit to the park, so we went into the Park Office to get a map and advice on an easy hiking trail for 2 seniors and our 2 dogs. We were told that the loop around the lake was well marked and easy. We parked our car, had a picnic lunch, used the clean restrooms, and enjoyed the hike. There are small round signs "Hopewell Lake Loop" marking the trail, which goes through wooded areas with some parts close to the lake. We definitely plan to return to this park and try another trail now that I have a map and know how well marked all of the trails are.
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