New Hope

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New Hope is in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

[edit] Get in

The best and only way to get to New Hope is by car.

From Philadelphia 1-95 North to New Hope exit 51. Left at the stop sign, onto Taylorsville Road, 5 miles, 2 stop lights. At stop sign, left onto Route 32 (River road), 4 miles down turns into Main Street.

From New York City NJ Turnpike south to Exit 14. I-78 West to I-287 South, to Route 202 South, to PA Toll Bridge. First right onto Route 32 South. 1 mile.

[edit] Get around

After parking, the most popular form of transportation is by feet; New Hope is a pedestrian place. The main street is about three blocks long, and home to most of the attractions the town has to offer, and anything else is very close by so walking distance is short but pleasant.

[edit][add listing] See

  • Bowman's Tower, on River Road (the main street). This is a tower that not only over looks the beautiful landscapes Bucks County has to offer, but also gives you a good view of Washington's Crossing.
  • Bucks County Playhouse, on the main street, always guarantees a good show.
  • Grantz Gallery and Conservation Studio
  • Lachman Gallary
  • Washington's Crossing Park, the actual spot where George Washington and his troops crossed over the Delaware river.

[edit][add listing] Do

The art in New Hope is enough to attract visitors and travelers. As mentioned, there are many art galleries ranging from contemporary art to classic landscapes, and everything in-between. Being home to the Bucks County Playhouse, there are always plays and events going on here. If visual and theater art are not your thing, you should check out the music scene in New Hope at night. New Hope is home to many local bands and performers who find venues in the small town.

Lastly, the nightlife in New Hope is worthwhile. Having a range of elegant and funky restaurants, satisfying all of your craving needs, New Hope also has many new urban like, modern bars, that are a popular choice among couples and young singles.

[edit][add listing] Buy

This small town main street is famous for its shopping. They have specialty shops for everything imaginable: jewelry stores, clothing stores, costume stores, bookstores, and even stores like swords and armor, and witchcraft.

  • Love Saves the Day
  • New Hope Candle Shop
  • Primadonna's Closet
  • Sterling Leather
  • Hot Plates

[edit][add listing] Eat

For lunch or a quick dinner there are many delicious places to stop where you can sit outside and eat, or people watch through the windows by your table.

  • Marsha Brown, Refined Creole Kitchen & Lounge, 15 S. Main St, 215-862-7044. This upscale restaurant is built inside a 125 year old stone church that sits in the middle of main street. They have valet parking. Marsha Brown specializes in prime meats and seafood. If you want a night of fine dining, you will not be disappointed here. Mon.-Sat.: 5pm-11pm, Sun.: 4pm-10pm.
  • The Landing Restaurant, 22 N. Main Street, 215-862-5711. This riverside restaurant is hot spot in New Hope because of its delicious cuisine and very intimate setting. Sun.-Thus.: 11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat.: 11am-10pm.

[edit][add listing] Drink

The modern bars are what make nightlife in New Hope a happening place to be:

  • Havanna Bar, 105 S. Main Street, 215-862-9897.
  • John & Peter's Place, 96 S. Main Street, 215-862-5981.

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  • Logan Inn, 10 West Ferry St. (on the corner of Ferry & Main), 215-862-2300. This antique inn was established in 1727, and is the oldest inn in Bucks County and also one of five of the oldest inns in the country. This luxury inn has an old fashioned tavern and a well-known restaurant, taking care of all your needs. Decorated in colonial style, this beautiful inn is sure to give you an intimate and personal stay while.

[edit] Get out

New Hope, nestled in Bucks County, is surrounded by many historical and unique places.

  • Across the New Hope/Lambertville Bridge is another interesting small town to check out, the town of Lambertville.
  • Peddler's Village is another shopper's dream. Located very close in proximity of New Hope, this shopping village is a good compliment to New Hope for a weekend trip.
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