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The Countryside of Philadelphia is the heart of America’s Garden Capital, boasting the highest concentration of gardens in Greater Philadelphia. At its centre is Longwood Gardens, one of the world’s premier display gardens. Visitors can explore sprawling outdoor gardens, breathtaking conservatories and North America’s most significant collection of fountains.
Longwood’s summer Festival of Fountains is a captivating experience, featuring iconic performances in the Main Fountain Garden, where 1,719 glowing jets soar up to 175ft and dance in time to beloved musical themes, from ABBA to Disney tracks. In 1906, the garden’s fine dining restaurant offered sweeping views of the fountains.
Valley Forge Memorial Arch
The region’s horticultural legacy is deeply connected to the du Pont family, whose passion for gardens, preservation and architecture shaped many of the area’s treasures. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library combines one of the nation’s finest collections of American decorative arts with 1,000 acres of gardens, meadows and woodlands. Nearby, Nemours Estate showcases elegant French-inspired formal gardens surrounding a grand mansion filled with period furnishings.
Natural beauty flourishes throughout The Countryside’s arboretums and preserves. Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden highlights native plants among woodland landscapes, while the John James Audubon Centre preserves the home and legacy of America’s most celebrated ornithologist, offering trails through forests, meadows and wetlands alongside exhibits focused on conservation.
Revolutionary history runs deep throughout the countryside, too. Valley Forge National Historical Park preserves the site where George Washington’s Continental Army endured the winter of 1777 to 1778 before emerging as a stronger fighting force. Visitors can tour replica huts, monuments, historic buildings and trails. The Brandywine Battlefield marks the largest engagement of the Revolutionary War. The region’s cultural heritage is preserved in the Bryn Athyn Historic District, which features remarkable architecture and collections at the Glencairn Museum and Bryn Athyn Cathedral.
For tax-free shopping on clothing and shoes, the King of Prussia Mall offers more than 450 stores, luxury retailers and immersive entertainment at Netflix House. Visitors can also find exceptional bargains at Philadelphia Premium Outlets or browse boutiques, galleries and restaurants in the charming towns of West Chester, Kennett Square, Phoenixville, Ambler, Ardmore, Conshohocken and Skippack Village.
Plan a tranquil escape to The Countryside of Philadelphia at countrysidephl.com
