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Delaware County

· Media, PA

Why you should go…

Delaware County, Pennsylvania sits just west of Philadelphia and bills itself as America's Garden County, with roughly 30 public gardens, arboretums, and historic landscapes across the county. Visit Delco promotes walkable Main Street towns like Media, Wayne, and Swarthmore, Revolutionary War history, and easy access to King of Prussia and Longwood Gardens.

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  • #main street
  • #history
  • #philadelphia suburbs
  • #shopping

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Delaware County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Tours
    History Buff

    Historic Philadelphia

    Under $25

    Costumed storytellers, walking tours and living-history experiences across Philadelphia's historic district.

    10 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Foodie Favorite

    Pennsylvania Wine Country

    Free

    A statewide guide to Pennsylvania's wine trails, tasting rooms and vineyard events.

    11 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    Local Gem

    Penn Museum

    Under $25

    A 13-ton granite Sphinx of Ramses II greets you at this world-renowned archaeology museum on Penn's campus.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Museums
    Family favorite

    Please Touch Museum

    Under $25

    Philly's beloved children's museum in Fairmount Park's grand Memorial Hall, hands-on exhibits and a century-old carousel.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Philadelphia

    Free

    The birthplace of American independence, packed with Revolutionary War history, world-class museums, and a legendary food scene.

    12 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Discover Catholic

    Free

    Printed and online visitor guide to the churches, shrines and historic parishes of Catholic Philadelphia, distributed at tourist areas across the region.

    12 mi awayMore like this