From the Locals

I recently took a tour at Henry Chapman Mercer’s Museum and Castle in Doylestown. It was wonderful to be able to safely experience the iconic architecture and collections from Doylestown’s own famous philanthropist, architect and collector. Here’s our experience…

The Doylestown native, also known as “the man behind the castles,” became famous during the 20^th century Arts and Crafts movement for

I grew up and lived in Bucks County for most of my life and I have always admired residing in an area with rich history and beautiful landscapes. Yet I never explored the riverside town of Bristol Borough until recently. I have been hearing such great things about this historic town and it made me want to check it out myself. I had the chance to visit main street, known as Mill Street, and I can't

New Hope is as charming as it is exciting. Visitors and locals alike flock to the quaint borough to discover the rich art and culture, delectable restaurants, and unique outdoor experiences. Even though New Hope is a small town, there sure is a lot to do! There are plenty of ways to mix and match what the town has to offer for an eventful day.

Art and Culture

In the heart of New Hope lies

There are so many reasons to visit Bucks County: art, landscape, history, food, floating the river, and on and on. Conveniently most of these can be intertwined in a single trip and one of the ideal, even idyllic, ways of making that trip is by bike. The winding country backroads and covered bridges are best traveled at a savoring pace and not closed up and zooming. Fortunately, we are just coming

Calling all disc golf players! There are 5 disc golf courses that wind in and out of our beautiful Bucks County parks. Whether you are a novice, a skilled disc golfer, or are just looking for something different to do, there are courses throughout the County for everyone!

Tyler State Park Disc Golf Course

Located in Newtown, this course is not only one of the most notable golf courses in Bucks

I enjoy my time working from home, and I’m incredibly thankful for it, but the warm weather, beautiful main streets, and the urge to support my local businesses has me itching to get out. Several Bucks County stores and restaurants have made special accommodations to keep their shoppers and diners safe indoors and outdoors. If you’re looking to take a short and local respite for the weekend,

The drive-in movie is an unfamiliar experience for younger generations. Its heyday was in the 50s and 60s, then it lost its appeal in the 70s as VCRs became popular in American homes, eventually making the outdoor viewing concept nearly extinct. When I heard about pop-up drive-in movies occurring around Bucks County this summer, I was curious to experience a new, yet safe, entertainment option

By now, you are probably familiar with the Visit Bucks County Sweet Spots Trail, a list of more than 40 locations that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. When you download the Sweet Spots Trail Passport to your phone and visit 5 locations you are able to win a free plush of Visit Bucks County’s mascot, Bucky!

Following the Trail is an excellent way to get a tour of Bucks County, since it winds

Pennsylvania is home to many excellent trail systems for mountain bikers, with natural terrain that offers challenges for all experience levels. More PA areas are improving and building new trail systems to attract the economic growth that comes from riders looking for excellent singletrack rides and who are willing to travel to ride new trails. Fortunately, we have some great opportunities right

I am so excited to bring you our second episode of “From the Locals” – Visit Bucks County’s new podcast that explores the people, places, and experiences that make Bucks County a truly unique destination.

In this episode, I speak with Carl Glassman who together with his wife Dinie owns and operates the Wedgwood Inn, a stunning 18-room historic bed and breakfast located in the heart of downtown