HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA

America's most historic city and home of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Fairmount Park, Boat House Row, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Franklin Institute, Natural History Museum, plus much more! Site of the Mummer's Parade, the internationally renowned Philadelphia Flower Show and numerous other annual events.

GARDENS AND ARBORETA

"The world's largest garden party!" Philadelphia's suburbs possess the largest concentration of botanical gardens and arboreta of any region in the nation. Enjoy a guided tour of Tyler Arboretum, Chanticleer Pleasure Garden, Winterthur, The Jenkins Arboretum or...

LONGWOOD GARDENS

One of America's premier horticulture showcases known for its conservatories. Twenty gardens featuring seasonal displays with sparkling fountains and exotic plants on the former estate of Pierre S. Dupont. Open every day. Over 300 special events including festivals and concerts are held here throughout the year.

VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL PARK

3,500 acre park, site of General Washington's famed winter encampment. Museum plus tour guides are available to show you Washington's original headquarters, the Memorial Arch and Chapel, reconstructed soldier's huts, earthen fortifications and cannons. The Original Cabin Shop features unique local merchandise including home baked breads and desserts.

HISTORIC HOMES AND MUSEUMS

These homes are open throughout the year and most are elegantly decorated for the holidays. Enjoy guided tours of Mill Grove (home of naturalist John Audubon), the Peter Wentz Homestead, historic Waynesborough (home of Revolutionary War General "Mad" Anthony Wayne) and the Wharton Esherick Museum. All within minutes of the Desmond Hotel.

ATLANTIC CITY

Enjoy a day trip to the world famous Boardwalk lined with world-class casinos featuring the best in headline entertainment.

BRANDYWINE VALLEY

Discover a world of art, history and beauty. The Franklin Mint, The Brandywine River Museum and Brandywine Battlefield just to name a few. The Chaddsford Winery is open for tours and tastings of great American wines.

QVC STUDIO TOUR

A one of a kind guided walking tour through the fascinating world of electronic retailing. QVC's Studio Park is located just a short drive away. Guests can watch programs in progress and may even catch a glimpse of a favorite host or guest. Check with the Front Desk for tour times and charges.

THE AMERICAN HELICOPTER MUSEUM

The nation's premier aviation museum devoted exclusively to helicopters. Home to America’s largest collection of rotary wing aircraft, with exhibits of historic helicoptors and displays to chronicle their origin and development. It is also a "hands-on museum" where visitors can actually get into an aircraft and operate the controls. Check with the front desk for tour times and charges.

SHOPPING

The nearby King of Prussia Court and Plaza have the distinction of being the largest enclosed shopping mall on the East Coast! Franklin Mills, the Lancaster Outlets and the Reading Outlets are only a short drive away. Oh, and by the way, there is no sales tax on clothing in Pennsylvania.

FUN FOR THE FAMILY

Many unique family-oriented attractions are nearby: Sesame Place, Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, The New Jersey State Aquarium, The Franklin Institute, The Please Touch Museum, America's first zoo - The Philadelphia Zoo....and many more. Tour a potato chip factory or see how mushrooms are grown. It's up to you!