Doylestown (Pennsylvania)



Doylestown is a town in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This article also covers the neighboring community of Buckingham.

Understand
The region was the province of the Lenni Lenape tribe of the Delaware Indians prior to the colonization by European settlers. Doylestown and Bucks County remains widely regarded as some of the most beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania – and America! Today it also classified as one of the best places in the nation to raise your family. Doylestown is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 27 miles (43 km) north of Philadelphia. In 2018, the borough population was 8,300. The borough is the county seat of Bucks County.

By car
Doylestown is located at the crossroads of U.S. Route 202 and Pennsylvania Route 611.

From Philadelphia, follow Interstate 76 west and take exit 331B to Interstate 476 north. Follow Interstate 476 north and pass through the Mid-County toll plaza onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike, taking the exit to Interstate 276 east. Follow Interstate 276/Pennsylvania Turnpike east and take the Willow Grove exit (exit 343) to Pennsylvania Route 611. Take the ramp to Pennsylvania Route 611 north. Continue north on Pennsylvania Route 611 and take the exit for Main Street. Follow Main Street north into Doylestown.

From New York City, take Interstate 78 west into New Jersey. Take exit 29 to Interstate 287 south. Follow Interstate 287 south and take exit 17 to U.S. Route 202/U.S. Route 206 south. Continue to follow U.S. Route 202 south, crossing the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. In Buckingham, turn right to remain on U.S. Route 202 south. Turn right onto State Street and follow State Street into Doylestown.

From South Jersey, take the New Jersey Turnpike north to exit 6. Take exit 6 and follow the Pearl Harbor Memorial Turnpike Extension across the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. Continue west along Interstate 276/Pennsylvania Turnpike and take the Willow Grove exit (exit 343) to Pennsylvania Route 611. Take the ramp to Pennsylvania Route 611 north. Continue north on Pennsylvania Route 611 and take the exit for Main Street. Follow Main Street north into Doylestown.

From points south such as Baltimore and Washington, D.C., follow Interstate 95 north into Pennsylvania. Take exit 7 to Interstate 476 north. Follow Interstate 476 north and pass through the Mid-County toll plaza onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike, taking the exit to Interstate 276 east. Follow Interstate 276/Pennsylvania Turnpike east and take the Willow Grove exit (exit 343) to Pennsylvania Route 611. Take the ramp to Pennsylvania Route 611 north. Continue north on Pennsylvania Route 611 and take the exit for Main Street. Follow Main Street north into Doylestown.

From points west such as Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, follow Interstate 76/Pennsylvania Turnpike east. In Valley Forge, the Pennsylvania Turnpike becomes Interstate 276. Follow Interstate 276/Pennsylvania Turnpike east and take the Willow Grove exit (exit 343) to Pennsylvania Route 611. Take the ramp to Pennsylvania Route 611 north. Continue north on Pennsylvania Route 611 and take the exit for Main Street. Follow Main Street north into Doylestown.

From points north such as Allentown and Scranton, follow Interstate 476/Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension south and take the Quakertown exit (exit 44) to Pennsylvania Route 663. Take Pennsylvania Route 663 north. Upon crossing Pennsylvania Route 309 in Quakertown, the road becomes Pennsylvania Route 313 east. Continue along Pennsylvania Route 313 east to Doylestown. From the Easton area, follow Pennsylvania Route 611 south and continue along Main Street into Doylestown.

By plane
The nearest airport to Doylestown with commercial air service is the Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, which is an hour away by car. From here, you can rent a car, take a taxicab, take an Uber or Lyft, or take a SEPTA Regional Rail train to get to Doylestown. To take the train from the airport to Doylestown, take the Airport Line into Center City Philadelphia. At one of the Center City stations (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson) transfer to a Lansdale/Doylestown Line train for service to Doylestown.

Get around
Doylestown is a very walkable town, with sidewalks and crosswalks for pedestrians. The town has the Doylestown Community Bike & Hike System, which consists of over of trails and side paths for pedestrians and bicycles serving both the borough of Doylestown and Doylestown Township. On-street parking and parking lots are available in the downtown area, allowing you to park the car and walk around town. Parking both on-street and in parking lots in the downtown area is regulated by parking meters, which are in effect Monday through Saturday from 9AM to 5PM. Parking is free during the evenings and all day on Sunday and holidays. Parking meters have either 3-hour or 10-hour limits depending on location; the 3-hour meters are $1 per hour while the 10-hour meters are $0.50 per hour. The Borough Hall offers 6-month parking permits for $50 that can be used at the 10-hour meters. All parking meters accept coins; smart meters accept coins in addition to payment with credit cards and the Parkmobile app. There are also free 15-minute parking spaces for people making a quick trip. On-street parking in downtown Doylestown consists of a mix of 3-hour meters, 10-hour meters, and free 15-minute parking spaces. There are 8 public parking lots that are available in the downtown area. The Plaza West parking lot at Hamilton and State streets uses the pay and display system for parking. The Dommel Way parking lot between Court and State streets has free 15-minute parking spaces and 3-hour meters. The Pine Street parking lot at Pine and State streets has 3-hour meters. The Plaza East parking lot at East Oakland Avenue and Donaldson Street has 3-hour meters. The Clinton Street parking lot at Clinton and West Court streets has 3-hour and 10-hour meters. The Bucks County Parking Garage at Broad and Union streets offers free parking 24 hours a day, with a free shuttle on weekday mornings and afternoons to the Justice Center. The Wells Fargo Bank Lot offers free parking from 6PM-2AM on weekdays, noon-2AM on Saturday, and all day Sunday. The County "VIP" Lot offers free parking from 6PM-2AM on weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. Valet parking is available at three locations on State Street from 5PM-midnight on Friday, 11AM-midnight on Saturday, and 10AM-9PM on Sunday.



Ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft can be used to get around Doylestown.

See
Doylestown has a rich history, boasting cultural attractions from colonial times, to the early 1900s, to the present. Doylestown is a must-see for the history buff, the artist, and the student.



Do


Doylestown is alive with events and attractions for visitors of all ages - young couples, families with kids and groups interested in the arts.


 * Burpee Park This park is in the borough of Doylestown next to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic church. The park has the largest play equipment in Doylestown. Burpee park also has three tennis courts, three baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, and a picnic pavilion. The park is open from dust to dawn.
 * Burpee Park This park is in the borough of Doylestown next to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic church. The park has the largest play equipment in Doylestown. Burpee park also has three tennis courts, three baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, and a picnic pavilion. The park is open from dust to dawn.

Buy
The center of Doylestown offers a "small town" feel with gift and antique shops, privately-owned boutiques and friendly customer service.


 * Main Street Market Place -Features multiple stores, restaurant, and bar. Stores include: Beans Beauty Salon, Andre's Wine and Cheese Shop, MODE-Clothing, The Thatched Cottage, and more. 22 S. Main St., 215-345-7721.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.
 * Smith and Scott 76 S. Main Street, . Specializing in women's clothing and accessories. This is a very trendy upscale store.

Eat
Doylestown is home to dozens of eclectic restaurants that range from burger joints to fine dining.


 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.
 * Pennsylvania Soup and Seafood in the Main Street Marketplace 22 S. Main Street, +1 215-230-9490. Fresh seafood and a variety of homemade soups.

Drink

 * Puck Live Printers Alley, . Puck is one of the best bars to hang out at in town. Puck has a great outdoor bar in the summer which also has sit down room to eat with friends or family. Puck has live mic nights also.
 * Puck Live Printers Alley, . Puck is one of the best bars to hang out at in town. Puck has a great outdoor bar in the summer which also has sit down room to eat with friends or family. Puck has live mic nights also.
 * Puck Live Printers Alley, . Puck is one of the best bars to hang out at in town. Puck has a great outdoor bar in the summer which also has sit down room to eat with friends or family. Puck has live mic nights also.
 * Puck Live Printers Alley, . Puck is one of the best bars to hang out at in town. Puck has a great outdoor bar in the summer which also has sit down room to eat with friends or family. Puck has live mic nights also.

Sleep





 * Highland Farm Bed and Breakfast This bed and Breakfast is a very historical house where Oscar Hammerstein wrote the lyrics to the Great American Musical Oklahoma. 4 large suites. Breakfast is offered in the dinning room every morning. A wine and cheese reception in the living room at nights. The Highland Farm offers a beautiful wrap-around porch which is great for sitting out on and taking in the views. The Highland Farm Bed and Breakfast is a walk away from town and is a step away far some very nice parks such as Burpee Park and Fanny Chapman Park.

Go next

 * Allentown
 * Peddler's Village. 10 min from Doylestown in Lahaska. Peddler's Village has 70 specialty shops, six restaurants and the Golden Plough Inn for overnight guests. Perfect for a day of shopping, walking and dining in the country. There are also attractions for children at Giggleberry Fair such as a carousel, games and rides.
 * New Hope, 20 min from Doylestown. This riverside town boasts a tremendous amount of shops, art galleries, and theaters as well as a bustling night life and gay community.
 * Delaware River Country, 20 min from Doylestown in Point Pleasant, . Canoe, raft, kayak and tube down the Delaware enjoying the beautiful scenery as you go by!
 * Bowman's Hill Tower A historic Park in Washington Crossing which is about a 20 min drive from Doylestown. The Tower is on top of a giant hill with beautiful views. This is a great place to hike or walk around and take in the beautiful views and landscape.
 * Lambertville a 20-min drive over the bridge from New Hope. This beautiful town is on the other side of the Delaware River across from New Hope. Lambertville is filled with great restaurants, shops, art galleries, bike trails, and walking trails.
 * Washington Crossing a 15- to 20-min drive. Here is where Washington first crossed the Delaware River. Visit this small town and along the river you will see a nice little park in honor of Washington Crossing the Delaware. There are also walking and biking trails along the canal that have a beautiful scenery. If you are visiting around the holidays there is always a reenactment.
 * Rices Market a 10-min drive from Doylestown is one of the areas most popular flea markets. Rices is on a 30 acres on 6326 Greenhill Road New Hope. Clothing, handbags, jewelry, antiques, collectables, meats, baked goods, flowers, fruits, vegetables. Rices is open on Tuesdays all year round and Tuesday and Saturdays in the spring and summer. On most days at Rices there are about 700 vendors and over 1,500 shoppers.
 * High Rocks State Park A park close to the Delaware river on Troy and Cafferty Road in Pipersville, a 15-min drive from Doylestown. High Rocks State Park is the perfect place to take a family or go by your self to hike, walk, or bike the trails. It is a great place to take in the views or do yoga on the jetting rocks on the mountains. At High Rocks there is also a valley with a nice little creek or river.