Holland (Pennsylvania)

Holland is an unincorporated community in Pennsylvania. In the 1970s, large tract housing developments replaced farmland, turning the area into a commuter bedroom community for suburban families who work in Philadelphia or the Trenton/Princeton. It has no downtown district, main street, or public transit.

Understand
Holland has easy access by car to many fabulous destinations. Holland's growth as a commuter city took place in the mid-1980s, just after the town lost its passenger trains.

Get in
I-95 N 23.0 mi 2. 39 mins I-95 N and PA-213 S/E Maple Ave 29.2 mi

From Philadelphia, PA 1. Head east on S Penn Square/State Route 611 toward Avenue Of The Arts 0.2 mi 2. Slight left at John F Kennedy Blvd 253 ft 3. Take the 1st right onto N Broad St 0.3 mi 4. Turn right to merge onto I-676 S 0.5 mi 5. Continue onto Vine St Expy 0.5 mi 6. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-95 N/Trenton and merge onto I-95 N 12.6 mi 7. Take exit 35 to merge onto PA-63 W/Woodhaven Rd 3.8 mi 8. Continue onto Woodhaven Rd 0.2 mi 9. Turn left at Evans St 0.2 mi 10. Turn right at Byberry Rd 1.1 mi 11. Turn right at PA-532 N/Bustleton Ave 2.3 mi 12. Turn left at PA-532 N/Buck Rd

If you do not have access to a car and you are also coming from Philadelphia and surrounding areas you can take the SEPTA for only $7.

From New York, NY

I-95 N 23.0 mi 2. 39 mins I-95 N and PA-213 S/E Maple Ave 29.2 mi

Philadelphia, PA 1. Head east on S Penn Square/State Route 611 toward Avenue Of The Arts 0.2 mi 2. Slight left at John F Kennedy Blvd 253 ft 3. Take the 1st right onto N Broad St 0.3 mi 4. Turn right to merge onto I-676 S 0.5 mi 5. Continue onto Vine St Expy 0.5 mi 6. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-95 N/Trenton and merge onto I-95 N 12.6 mi 7. Take exit 35 to merge onto PA-63 W/Woodhaven Rd 3.8 mi 8. Continue onto Woodhaven Rd 0.2 mi 9. Turn left at Evans St 0.2 mi 10. Turn right at Byberry Rd 1.1 mi 11. Turn right at PA-532 N/Bustleton Ave 2.3 mi 12. Turn left at PA-532 N/Buck Rd

Get around
Although Holland is a small town it does not have a main street or sidewalks in most areas so it is best to drive. The few shopping centers in town are spread out enough that it would not make sense to walk. The main road is Buck Road, and it can take you to most all places you want to go.

Do
When visiting Holland, Pennsylvania it is important to visit the neighboring cities such as New Hope, and Philadelphia. When visiting nearby New Hope you are exposed to a quaint eccentric city that has plenty of shopping and restaurants to keep you busy all day. Philadelphia is easily accessible from the suburb of Holland and close enough for a day trip or a night out on the town.

Buy
Whether you are staying in, or just passing through Holland there are some items that are a must buy. The first stop should be Wawa because if you live in Holland you know that they offer the best hoagies and sandwiches at anytime of the day or night. Wawa is also a local hangout for teenagers or the go to spot for the workers in the morning. This Pennsylvania landmark greets you as soon as you enter onto Buck road, which runs through the heart of the town.

If you are looking for something special to buy for a loved one or a significant other you can stop by the local jeweler Daniel Francis. This local jeweler has quality jewelry at affordable prices. He offers customized speciality pieces and engraving to add a special touch.

Holland does not offer offer many places to buy food but they do not have any clothing stores. If you are looking to buy a dress or a new pair of jeans, drive a couple minutes down Buck Rd to Newtown.

Sleep
There is nowhere in Holland that offers overnight lodging, but Center City Philadelphia offers a multiple night life hot spots and hotels thirty minutes away.

Go next
If you would like to enjoy a night out on the town you should drive to Atlantic City for the evening. While in Atlantic City you can stay at one of the multiple casinos in the area.


 * Tropicana Casino and Resort - Brighton and the Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ