Location: West Chester
Top Things to do in West Chester
What to do and see in West Chester, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
The borough of West Chester is proud of its long history of hospitality, having hosted its first visitors way back in 1769. These colonial roots still show, with over 3,000 surviving structures dating from before the Revolutionary War. The tree-lined downtown area is listed on The National Register of Historic Places, with such a large collection of Greek Revival buildings that the town was named Athens of the West. It's the perfect place for a relaxing day spent walking and window-shopping.
Restaurants in West Chester
1. Baldwin's Book Barn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By tinar143
I can’t tell you how many times I have gone past this special book store. I have read newspaper articles about the store...all the while forlornly waiting for a spare minute from working myself half to death, or driving kids, or food shopping,etc. To go in and feast my eyes on all the books. Well finally.... I was driving by (in the midst of errands, and working during ‘vacation’) and I was impelled to turn around and go back to the store...it was a delicious adventure. As far as ‘libraries’ go this has an immense diverse collection, I was there for over an hour... pouring through the book collection, walking on barn wood floors, up staircases that beckoned to a secret cache, mazes of bookshelves, all labeled and categorized. Even though there is a map, I still needed the managers help to get to the third floor:) then there were more books and a curious door (probably for hay way back when) very Harry Potter storyish. I found a novel, nuke historian book, a Linus Pauling book, a old book with pictures of travels across the world from 1700s the book was maybe 1950, another history book about local scientists, a book on American Indians, and others. The book prices were reasonable. Very thankful for the store, a gem and national treasure. The manager was very great and knowledgeable( he knew Linus Pauling won the two Nobel prizes, one for Chemistry and one for Peace). Very fun when a store can inspire one to read and have an adventure too.
2. Eclat Chocolate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By geoffrys231
Small shop with great customer service. I could not have been happier with the explanation of the different products available. Highly recommend this shop to any chocolate lover.
3. Highland Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By sidder - West Chester, United States
Highland Orchards is another reason I love living in Chester County. It's situated in the middle of farm land, near the Brandywine Valley Association, and the locally made food is a treat. In addition to their amazing donuts and spiced tortilla chips, their deli and hot bar are great for breakfasts and lunches. Definitely worth the 15 min drive or 45 min leisurely bike ride from West Chester.
4. Clothes Mentor
We buy and sell women’s clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories. You'll find the hottest name brands and styles that you see at the malls for up to 70% off. How do we get such great fashions? By paying you CASH on the Spot! Clean out your closet because we buy all seasons all year and we offer premium payouts for designer items. Our Top 5 most wanted are: (1) designer handbags (2) designer jewel
5. Downtown West Chester
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
6. Pipers Way
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
