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A sampling of what our town of New Hope has to offer. Click images to enlarge.

View the Fireworks from the Wedgwood Inn, New Hope, Bucks County, PA

Friday Night Fireworks over the Delaware River.

Click here to learn more about New Hope's free "Friday Night Fireworks & Special Events" every Friday evening at 9:30 pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

When making your lodging reservations with us, ask your Innkeeper for the best Outdoor bar / restaurant and/or Boat Ride for viewing the Fireworks over the Delaware River!

View the fireworks from our Inn!  
   

Specialized Tours of New Hope and Bucks County - - bring your camera!

Below is a sampling of Innkeeper Dinie's favorite back road and off-the-beaten path things to do and authentic places to eat and drink. Tell them "Dinie sent you" for some special value-added benefits!

  • "Byers' Choice Factory Tour" of their "Christmas Gallery" and world renown handcrafted and painted Carolers and Kindles. www.BYERSCHOICE.com

  • "Bucks County Food Tours" provides escorted tours of the finest foods produced in Bucks County.  Examples include small-batch ice cream, pastured meats, artisanal cheeses, baked goods and more. www.BUCKSCOUNTYFOODTOURS.com

  • "Bucks County Carriage Company" provides horse-drawn carriage rides and yours thru town, or to a secluded spot for a catered, gourmet picnic.www.BUCKSCOUNTYCARRIAGES.com

  • "Crayola Factory Tour and Hands -on Discovery Center" demonstrates how a Crayola crayon is molded, labeled and packed. www.CRAYOLA.com/factory

  • "Ghost Tours of New Hope"; discover the history and mystery of the 'most haunted village in the world' on this lantern-led walk through town. Our Inns are included on the 'Bridge Street' tour...!  www.GhostToursofNewHope.com

  • "George Nakashima Woodworking Studio and Compound" is located on a scenic and secluded road and is a National Historic Site. The artists' homes and workshops are as inspired and beautiful as his original furniture designs. www.NakashimaWoodworker.com

  • "Lavender Farm at Carousel Farm Estate" offers tours of it organically grown lavender and 18th century stone barns and outbuildings. www.CAROUSELFARMLAVENDER.com

  • "Outdoor Sculpture" at "Grounds for Sculpture" offers self-guided and docent led tours. Over 200 sculptures are on view in the park, with many new additions added to the grounds throughout the year.  www.GROUNDSFORSCULPTURE.org

    and,

    "Outdoor Sculpture of Stella Elkins Tyler" at Bucks County Community College features a self-guided tour of 9 bronze pieces on permanent display in the gardens throughout this lovely campus (and her former estate).
    www.BUCKS.edu/gallery

  • Bucks County Winery/Brewery Tours are customized, escorted and private, special tours. You are driven in one of 3 sized vehicles that fit a couple's or group's needs. Will pick up at our Inns! www.TastingsandTours.com


New Hope Visitors Center

c. 1790, 1 of 200  buildings in the New Hope Historic District.
Open 7 days a week to provide information about New Hope

 


New Hope & Ivy Land Railroad
(Daily trips plus theme trains
and dinner rides) 


Bucks County Playhouse
(1 of 12 places to go 
for live entertainment)

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Mule Barge Ride on the Canal

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River Boat Rides

Enjoy a leisurely ride on water while listening to music 
and an entertaining historical talk about New Hope

Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Daily trips and specially 
arranged jaunts

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Parks and Recreation

Visit nationally significant Washington Crossing Historic Park, Bowman's Tower & Wildflower Preserve, Audubon Society Barn & Trails, and 24 other state & county parks in Bucks County.
 


A special experience in New Hope...

The TreeHouse, located less than one mile south of Wedgwood Collection of Inns, provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for personal inspiration. Offering movement and meditative arts classes such as yoga, pilates, meditation and tai chi, The TreeHouse also invites you to expand your horizons with life enrichment workshops, unique special events and even Friday night candlelight classes. Custom day and group retreats are also available. Guests of  Umpleby, Aaron Burr or Wedgwood Inn receive a reduced guest fee with their room key. Email us at: stay@WedgwoodInn.com for package information.  http://www.cornerstoneclubs.com/th/


Energize, de-stress, enjoy!

Cornerstone Health & Fitness offers everything you need if you're looking to fit in fitness and fun during your stay. Located less than one mile south of  Wedgwood Collection of Inns, you can get on the main floor for your cardio and strength workout, or head into the Group Exercise Studio for some of the most innovative and fun classes you'll find anywhere! Try the Octagon Training System in The Training Room or take a ride in the Spinning Studio. Personal Training as well as custom Group Fitness Events available. Childcare and locker rooms on site. Guests of Umpleby, Aaron Burr or Wedgwood Inn receive a reduced guest fee with their room key.  Email us at: stay@WedgwoodInn.com for package information.   http://www.cornerstoneclubs.com/nh/


  • Shopping
    Browse & Shop in our independently owned art galleries, antique stores, & boutiques.

  • Elizabeth Gilbert's TWO BUTTONS Store
    While in New Hope, visit Elizabeth Gilbert and Jose at their 2200 square foot warehouse of world wonders. A New York Times best selling author and world traveler too, Elizabeth and Jose have opened a space to sell some of their amazing, exotic, handmade, gorgeous stuff! Opening hours vary week by week. Ask your innkeeper for details, or go to www.TwoButtons.com

  • The Restaurants of New Hope
    Enjoy a delicious dining experience in one of New Hope's 24 restaurants, cafes and lounges.  Many have canal or river views, outdoor seating and fireplaces.

  • Museums & Art Shows
    New Hope boasts 2 world class art museums, including the works of the New Hope School of Landscape Impressionists. There are 5 more nationally prominent museums in area. The New Hope Outdoor Sculpture Show and other such exhibits are ever changing. 

  • Towpath on the Canal
    Cross-country ski, stroll, bike or ride a horse along the quiet towpath (zero elevation)

    No More Barges but Plenty of Beauty
    , The New York Times - click here to read article

  • Kissing Bridges
    Bike or drive through our 12 Covered Bridges and re-discover why they are called "kissing bridges".

  • Balloon Rides
    Adventure off into the wild blue yonder in a Champagne Hot Air Balloon or in a Classic Bi-Plane.

  • Boating on the River, Canal and Lakes
    Tube, canoe, sail or kayak . BYO or rent one here.

  • Wineries 
    Sample local libations at 8 different wineries. There is also a local Brewery & several Brew Pubs 

  • Golf and Spas
    Spend a half day on the links or pampering yourselves at one of our Day Spas. A lush 20 acre Miniature Golf Course is a real treat too. 

For statewide information visit GreatPennsylvania.com - Pennsylvania directory provides useful resource, business information in Pennsylvania.

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