Bucks County, Pennsylvania: River Rafting, Antiques, & Covered Bridges - New Hope PA Scenic Drive

Preview: Bucks County, about an hour’s drive northeast of Philadelphia and a short drive from New York City, was unspoiled countryside until the 1930s, when weekend escapees from nearby cities started to build country homes in the area. This slice of the Delaware River Valley has, indeed, experienced the effects of urban sprawl, but many small-town communities, historic towns, and pastoral landscapes continue to make Bucks County a great weekend getaway for Philadelphians. The area is known for antiques shops, many of which fall along a 4-miles stretch of U.S.22 between Lahaska and New Hope and on intersecting country roads. Eleven covered bridges remain in the area — the Bucks County Tourist Commission has a good map with concise details and information about the sites. There are also many charming inns and restaurants in the region. Summer and fall weekends are very busy, so you need to make reservations ahead of time and be ready for crowds; a weekday trip could be more relaxing. Winter has its appeal here, though, especially around the holidays; the snow-covered buildings and fields are lovely. This chapter provides a complete driving itinerary with detailed directions, a route map, and what to see, where to eat, and where to stay at each destination along the way.
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Duration: 4 days
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Fodor's Great American Drives of the East Guide Book