Explore Philadelphia's Countryside

Brotherly Love doesn’t stop at the city line.

The Philadelphia region stretches out to the surrounding four-county countryside. In Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties, visitors and residents can find even more events, parks, restaurants, bars, attractions, shopping and history … along with about 2.6 million additional residents.

Bucks County

The character, allure and charm of bucolic Bucks County draw visitors to idyllic towns like Doylestown, New Hope and Bristol.

The renowned destination is home to rolling hills, scenic vistas, massive parks, historic sites, charming accommodations, gourmet dining, enticing museums and delightful shops.

Top highlights include Revolutionary War turning point Washington Crossing Historic Park, the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle, the Michener Art Museum, kid-friendly Sesame Place, Parx Casino, play-shop-dine destination Peddler’s Village, and sporty Lake Nockamixon.

Fonthill Castle   — Foto pa Visit Philadelphia

Chester County

Visitors can escape to the rolling hills and serene villages of Chester County’s Brandywine Valley, stroll extraordinary botanical landscapes at Longwood Gardens and browse timeless art at the Brandywine Museum of Art.

Longwood Gardens   — Photo courtesy Longwood Gardens

Picturesque towns dot the countryside landscape, including Malvern, Paoli, Kennett Square — Mushroom Capital of the World — and Phoenixville, home to numerous breweries and the annual Blobfest.

The county’s extensive winery and vineyard trail and cozy farm-to-table cuisine attract visitors all year as well.

Delaware County

Enjoy a day trip to diverse Delaware County, known for notable historic sites, wine trails, dining and theater — as well as its memorable ”Delco” accent.

Pennsylvania’s oldest county is among the region’s best for strolling outdoors at Ridley Creek State Park and Linvilla Orchards, through the trees at Tyler Arboretum, or while enjoying the pleasure gardens of Chanticleer.

Chanticleer   — Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia

Take a drive through the upscale Main Line college towns of Bryn Mawr, Haverford and Villanova … or to downtown shopping destinations in Swarthmore and Medya. Or try your luck at Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack.

Montgomery County

The famous Valley Forge National Historical Park and its many Revolutionary War monuments are just the start of what makes storied Montgomery County special.

Historic sites abound, alongside fantastic dining, outdoor adventures and trendy main streets in Ambler, Ardmore, Jenkintown and more.

Valley Forge National Historical Park   — Photo by D. Knoll for Visit Philadelphia

“Montco” is also a premiere shopping locale, with destinations like Suburban Square, Skippack Village, Philadelphia Premium Outlets and King of Prussia, a Simon Property Mall — the third-largest mall in America.

There’s plenty of family fun as well, including Elmwood Park Zoo and LEGOLAND Discovery Center.