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Montgomery County (known sometimes as "Montco") is a suburban county located in the state of Pennsylvania, in the United States of America. A 2005 U.S. Census estimate placed the population at 795,618, making it the third most populous county in Pennsylvania. The county seat is Norristown.

[edit] Cities

• Abington
• Blue Bell
• Bryn Mawr
• Fort Washington
• Horsham
• King of Prussia
• Lansdale
• Norristown
• Villanova

[edit] Get in

SEPTA Regional Rail Connects Philadelphia to Montgomery County. See Schedules

By Car from Philadelphia I-76 West, I-95 North.

Philadelphia International Airport Fly in from any major airport. Approximately 30 minute drive from Philadelphia.

[edit][add listing] See

There are historic sites all over Montgomery County, each representing a unique aspect of its history.

• John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, 610-666-5593, [1].

• Pennypacker Mills, 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, 610-287-9349. Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM Su 1PM-4PM.

• Peter Wentz Farmstead, east of intersection of Routes 73 and 363, Center Point, Worcester, 610-584-5104. Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM Su 1PM-4PM.

• Pottsgrove Manor, 100 West King Street, Pottstown, 610-326-4014. Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 1PM-4PM.

[edit][add listing] Do

• Valley Forge National Historical Park, [2].
• King of Prussia Mall, 160 North Gulph Road, King of Prussia, 610-265-5727, [3]. The largest shopping mall on the east coast of the United States. It is located in King of Prussia, an area within Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania.
• Tee's Golf Learning Center & Driving Range, 707 Conshohocken Rd, Conshohocken, (610) 834-0845, [4]. A great place to take the kids for some miniature golf and get in some quality family time. They also have driving ranges, batting cages, golf lessons, and an extreme skate park.

[edit][add listing] Buy

• Suburban Square, [5]. Outdoor retail stores and restaurants.

[edit] Learn

Montgomery County is home to many two & four year institutions

• Villanova University, 800 E Lancaster Ave, Villanova, (610) 519-450, [6].
• Rosemont College, 1400 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, (610) 527-1038, [7].
• Bryn Mawr College, 101 N Merion Ave, Bryn Mawr, (610) 526-5000, [8].
• Gwynedd-Mercy College, 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, (215) 646-7300, [9]].
• Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, (610) 896-1000, [10].
• Harcum College, 750 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, (610) 525-4100, [11].
• Rosemont College, 1400 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, (610) 527-0200, [12].
• American College, 270 S Bryn Mawr Ave # 1, Bryn Mawr, (610) 526-1000, [13].
• Eastern University, 1300 Eagle Rd, St Davids, (610) 341-5800, [14].
• Cabrini College, 610 King of Prussia Rd, Radnor, (610) 902-8100, [15].
• Valley Forge Military Academy & College, 1001 Eagle Rd, Wayne, (610) 989-1200, [16].

[edit][add listing] Eat

[edit] Budget

• Ruby's Diner, 5 Coulter Ave, Ardmore, [17].  edit

[edit] Mid-range

• Gullifty's Restaurant, 1149 E Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, [18]. Fast, fun, and Friendly restaurant, great beer, extensive menu.  edit

• Cheesecake Factory, 570 Mall Blvd, King of Prussia, [19]. Something for everyone here. Best variety of cheese cakes. Always packed though, you may have to wait an hour or two for a table!.  edit

[edit] Splurge

• La Collina, 37 Ashland Ave # 41, Bala Cynwyd. Glamourous Italian restaurant, high on a high overlooking Manayunk. Well thought out wine list. They dress up on Saturday night's for dancing and a show.  edit

• Plate Restaurant and Bar, 37 Ashland Ave # 41, Bala Cynwyd, [20]. Big portions, a little expensive, but a great environment in an upscale shopping center.  edit

[edit] Desserts

• Cold Stone Creamery, [21]. Ultra premium ice cream made fresh here daily. Made to order by mixing in your favorite ingredients.  edit

• Corner Bakery Cafe, 2 Coulter Ave, Ardmore, [22]. Sandwhiches, Desserts, & Backery.  edit

[edit][add listing] Drink

Montgomery County has a long list of pubs and bars. They all have lots of drink specials and events.

• Brownies 23 East, 23 E Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, (610) 649-8389, [23]. With themed specials like “Sink or Swim”, its no wonder that the surrounding Main Line college crowds pack themselves into this two level hotspot. Happy hours include 75 cent drinks and free food, and different specials are offered every night.

• John Henry's - (610) 726-9193 - 98 Cricket Ave, Ardmore. Relaxed atmosphere, inexpensive and friendly. The food is simple but fresh and there are some good drink specials

• The Grog - (610) 527-5870 - 836 West Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr,

• Kelly's Tab Room, 1107 E Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, (610) 520-9344, [24].

• Maloney's - (610) 520-2589 - 1009 W Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

There are a large number of quality hotels, motels, and meeting facilities that serve both the business traveler and tourist. All together, Montgomery County has over 6,000 rooms available, including small bed and breakfast establishments.

Philadelphia Marriott West - 111 Crawford Ave., West Conshohocken, 610-941-5600, [25]. This full-service hotel in West Conshohocken is located between downtown Philadelphia and the airport, featuring wedding sites, meeting facilities, and more.

Hilton Valley Forge 251 West Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, 610-337-1200, [26].

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