Bucks County: A Little Bit of History - New Hope PA Weekend Getaway

Preview: In the southeast corner of Pennsylvania, Bucks County, which is bounded by Philadelphia County on the southwest and separated from New Jersey by the Delaware River to the east, offers just the right balance between sightseeing and relaxing. The area was first known to the Lenni-Lenape Indians and later settled by Dutch explorers, followed by Swedes, English Quakers, and Germans. Today’s visitor can dip into a little history, find dozens of antiques shops, sample local cuisine, and stay overnight in historic inns. The centerpiece of the county is New Hope, which has more than 200 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There’s a lot to do in Bucks County. This itinerary takes you to just some of the highlights. The detailed itinerary in this chapter is a driving tour that features extensive recommendations for sightseeing attractions, recreational activities, lodging, restaurants, shopping, and more.
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Duration: Two nights
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New Hope PA Weather Forecast

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Winter storm warning in effect until midnight est Wednesday night.
Tonight
Snow developing. Snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches. Lows in the mid 20s. Light and variable winds...becoming northeast 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Chance of snow near 100 percent.
Wednesday
Snow. Snow may be heavy at times in the afternoon. Total snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches. Windy with highs in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph...becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Chance of snow near 100 percent.
Wednesday Night
Cloudy. Snow likely in the evening. Additional snow accumulation up to 1 inch possible. Windy with lows in the mid 20s. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Chance of snow 70 percent.

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