What to do and see in Bucks County, Bucks County: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

March 11, 2022 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Bucks County, United States including Bucks County Civil War Round Table Library & Museum, Nakashima Woodworkers, Bury The Hatchet Bensalem - Axe Throwing, Michener Art Museum, Mercer Museum, Fonthill Castle, Bristol Riverside Theatre, Pearl S. Buck House, Crossing Vineyards and Winery, Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine.
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1. Bucks County Civil War Round Table Library & Museum

32 N Broad St, Doylestown, PA 18901-4317 +1 215-348-8293 [email protected] http://www.civilwarmuseumdoylestown.org/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Bucks County Civil War Round Table Library & Museum

2. Nakashima Woodworkers

1847 Aquetong Rd, New Hope, PA 18938-1140 +1 215-862-2272 http://www.nakashimawoodworker.com/visit/1
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Nakashima Woodworkers

3. Bury The Hatchet Bensalem - Axe Throwing

1890 Woodhaven Rd, Bensalem, PA 19116-3007 +1 267-571-8776 [email protected] http://burythehatchet.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 724 reviews

Bury The Hatchet Bensalem - Axe Throwing

*Hours subject to change* Competitive axe throwing is a well known Canadian past time that's becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Simply put, it's like playing a game of darts, except with axes! At Bury The Hatchet you'll experience the thrill of launching an axe at a wooden target in a safe and fun environment. You and your best mates will spend two hours becoming intimate with a 1.5lb piece of whirling wood and metal as you learn, practice, and then finally square off toe-to-toe in a group tournament.

Reviewed By abigailreikow - Philadelphia, United States

This was my first visit and it was really great. Staff from check in was super friendly, our axe master was patient, encouraging, and really helped make it a lot of fun. The facility was also just nice with picnic tables and refrigerators to store your beer. I would do this again in a heartbeat.

4. Michener Art Museum

138 S Pine St, Doylestown, PA 18901-4931 +1 215-340-9800 [email protected] http://www.michenerartmuseum.org
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4.5 based on 299 reviews

Michener Art Museum

The Michener Art Museum is an American art institution dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting the art and cultural heritage of the Delaware Valley region and beyond. Welcoming 135,000 visitors each year, the Michener showcases a spectacular collection of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings as well as many special and permanent exhibitions that include the work of historical and contemporary painters, sculptors, photographers, and furniture designers. Art transforms—we’ll show you how.

Reviewed By MitchPhyllis65 - Morristown, United States

The Michener Art Museum offers every one the chance to experience the world of art up close by viewing wonderful paintings and sculptures displayed in various exhibits throughout the year. My wife and I visited the museum on a recent rainy day and were amazed how beautiful it really is, and as a Submarine Veteran w/ID I was especially grateful to be informed there would be no entrance fee for both of us. This art museum may not be the largest we’ve seen but it was definitely worth the hour and a half drive to get here and we highly recommend checking it out.

5. Mercer Museum

84 S Pine Street Entrance to museum parking lot is located on Scout Way, between Pine Street and Green Street, Doylestown, PA 18901-4930 +1 215-345-0210 [email protected] http://www.mercermuseum.org/visit/mercer-museum/
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4.5 based on 500 reviews

Mercer Museum

Managed by the Bucks County Historical Society, this museum pays tribute to Henry Chapman Mercer, noted archaeologist, antiquarian, artist and writer.

Reviewed By Brooklyn478 - Brooklyn, United States

The Mercer Museum in Doylestown PA was a new find and what as discovery! Interesting old castle like concrete building filled with artifacts about every aspect of the old world life where craftsmanship was key. What a collection with well described sections covering blacksmith to candle making to wagon making and even a small general store. Fun for the whole family. Check out all floors and also get the discounted combo ticket including Fonthill Castle Mercer ‘s home to complete the adventure! Staff is also very nice and helpful.

6. Fonthill Castle

525 E Court St Main Entrance is on Rt. 313 , between North Street and East Court Street., Doylestown, PA 18901 +1 215-348-9461 [email protected] http://www.mercermuseum.org/about-the-museums/mission-and-history-fonthill/
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4.5 based on 489 reviews

Fonthill Castle

Once the home of Henry Mercer (1856-1930,) this concrete castle boasts 44 rooms with interior walls, floors and ceilings adorned with a dazzling array of the artist’s original handcrafted tiles.

Reviewed By we3reevers

We were looking for a quick day trip and decided on visiting Doylestown. Fonthill Castle was our first stop and we were very impressed. We enjoyed hearing of the quirkiness of Mercy, the design and building of the castle, the amazing tile work and careful itemizing of each tile, stories of Lucy the horse and Rocco the dog. Our tour guide, Peter, was excellent.

7. Bristol Riverside Theatre

120 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007-5012 +1 215-785-0100 [email protected] http://www.brtstage.org
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Bristol Riverside Theatre

Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) is a professional regional theatre in the historic district of Bristol Borough. The theatre, located in a renovated movie house, combines the excitement of a large stage with the intimacy of a 300-seat theater, along with outstanding lighting and sound technology. Since 1986, BRT has brought consistently acclaimed professional theater to Bucks County and maintained a long-term commitment to finding and developing new plays. Now in its 30th season, the theatre has grown to produce over 200 performances every year, including five Mainstage productions, three presented events, a summer music fest series, a play reading series, and a Christmas concert.

Reviewed By howardh788

I did not know what to expect from a show that is 250+ years old, but the cast, the direction and the staging of "The Rivals" made it very contemporary and hilarious. Sort of reminded me of "The Importance of Being Earnest", with catchy musical numbers and a very talented cast of ten who all interacted beautifully with each other. BY ALL MEANS, SEE THIS SHOW!

8. Pearl S. Buck House

520 Dublin Rd Hilltown Township, Doylestown, PA +1 215-249-0100 http://www.pearlsbuck.org/thepearlsbuckhouse/
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4.5 based on 116 reviews

Pearl S. Buck House

Just a short drive from Philadelphia, The Pearl S. Buck House promotes the legacy of author and humanitarian, Pearl S. Buck.As you walk through her pre-1825 Pennsylvania stone farmhouse, you will learn her life history, which began in childhood as a daughter of missionary parents in China and ended as a Pulitzer and Nobel-prize winning author. One of just a few national historic landmarks that uphold a woman's legacy, the intact collection includes the typewriter she used to write The Good Earth. Serene paths lead to her gravesite. Exhibit gallery displays her numerous awards including the Nobel prize. International gift shop on location. Pair a tour with a book discussion. Annual festival of trees, writing workshops and cultural events scheduled year round.

Reviewed By GoingPlacesWandering - Pennsburg, United States

Wow - I knew Pearl S. Buck was an author but I didn’t know about ALL her humanitarian endeavors! Today I learned just a bit about her life and wow!!! She was a phenomenal outspoken woman for human rights - all humans! An advocate for the mental impaired, adoption, women’s rights, education of children, racial equality and I’m sure I’m missing some more! What an inspiration! Her home a National Historic Landmark and is right here in Bucks County! I am embarrassed that I have lived here my whole life and was never here! I went on a cold dreary day but the house tour was awesome - festival of tees was going on so the whole house was decorated. Visitor center was extremely informative. Definitely will be back to see the grounds on a nicer day! Plan to bring family and friends as well! What a local treasure! Thank you Jenna Worrell of Visit Bucks County for hosting the Fall Group Tour Committee Meeting at Pearl S. Buck.

9. Crossing Vineyards and Winery

1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA 18940-2607 +1 215-493-6500 [email protected] http://www.crossingvineyards.com/
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4.5 based on 560 reviews

Crossing Vineyards and Winery

Reviewed By Z1629GXdebbiep - Union, United States

Great wine, atmosphere and beautiful place to relax, unwind and sample winery! My go to place! Love this place!

10. Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine

654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901-5509 +1 215-345-0600 [email protected] http://www.czestochowa.us/
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine

Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States

This is a forever fascinating unique shrine complex, friendly, inviting - with long standing tradition of hospitality and many events through the year. The church is dedicated to Black Madonna - Our Lady of Czestochowa and it is surrounded by the adjacent festival grounds and cemetery. The church is known for its modern beautiful altar and the stunning stain-glass windows depicting the history of Poland and United States. There is also a chapel, cafeteria, souvenir store, exhibit halls, museum and many other notable nooks to explore. Coronavirus disturbed the usual schedule of events, religious pilgrimages, exhibits and the yearly September attraction of the Polish Festival but this special place is always worth visiting and attractive both to ordinary tourists and pilgrims on a spiritual journey.

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