Ways to View Fall Foliage in New Hope, PA
Fall in New Hope PA
Reds, oranges, and yellows … the New Hope, the PA region comes alive with the blaze of autumnal colors! There is nothing like a brisk, autumn day with the bright fall colors as your landscape. The change of colors is a spectacular event and we invite you to experience it first-hand during your stay with us. Explore our five-acre estate or...
Bucks County Covered Bridge Driving Tour: Such an amazing way to tour fall at its peak! Grab a picnic and a map and embark on Bucks County’s Covered Bridge Driving Tour! This historic journey takes you through 10 of the 12 covered bridges to learn about their unique structures, history and pure beauty. Located on some of the most scenic backroads of the county, this tour will surely add a little romance to your leaf-peeping-filled day! Fun Tip: Need some assistance navigating? Turn-by-turn directions for the tour can be found here
Hot Air Balloon Ride: Up, Up & Away! Picture this... you wake up on a crisp, fall morning, throw on your most comfortable clothes and walk outside where a hot air balloon ride is ready to give you the most romantic experience of your lifetime. Lucky for you... we can make that dream a reality! Take in the autumnal colors of our five-acre estate and region with a hot air balloon ride departing directly from our grounds. We set up all the details and all you have to do is wake up and enjoy the ride!
New Hope & Ivyland Railroad: All aboard for leaf-peeping! Hop aboard the historic New Hope &Ivyland Railroad’s Fall Foliage Express for a scenic ride through the back woods of Bucks County. This 14-mile round-trip excursion is a picturesque way to experience nature’s colorful beauty. Located only minutes from the inn, spend one hour and 15 minutes in first-class or coach on weekends through October 28th. Such a moving experience!
River Road/Route 32: Often named the most scenic roadway in Bucks County and the region, River Road/Route 32 follows along the scenic Delaware River for 40 miles! Grab your car, convertible or motorcycle for a drive of pure autumnal beauty. Tip: Be sure to stop at many fun stops along the way! We recommend stopping in our wonderful town of New Hope for some antiquing and a meal, of course! History buff? Tour Washington Crossing Historic Park to learn about the night George Washington Crossed the Delaware in 1776 on Christmas Day. Love wine? Sand Castle Winery is located on River Road---we LOVE their Alpine Spice Wine. Also, bring a hammer to Ringing Rocks park to make beautiful music and discover how our rocks can sing! (It’s a mystery!) Ringing Rocks Park is also home to the largest waterfall in Bucks County.
Bowman’s Hill Tower: Ready for a climb? Conveniently located across the street from the inn, Bowman’s Hill Tower is the only attraction in Bucks County to give an above-the-trees, birds-eye view of our region’s fall colors! Standing 125 feet in the air, it boasts a 14-mile view of the Delaware Valley on a clear day. It’s full 360 view is unmatched as it looks over rolling hills, farmlands and the scenic Delaware River. Tip: An elevator is provided to a narrow staircase of 23 steps, leading to a platform high in the sky with remarkable views!
Peddler’s Village: Shop til you Drop... and take in fall colors! Experience a charming village with colonial-style buildings set among 42 acres of landscaped gardens! This unique shopping village boasts more than 65 shops and multiple dining establishments. A shoppers’ paradise! During the fall season, the village is decorated with handmade scarecrows by the local community and businesses – the perfect addition to their sprawling acres of fall foliage. Tip: They even offer “Picture-Perfect Spots” labeled throughout the village for that perfect photo!
Book Your Next Leaf-Peeping Stay in New Hope, Pennsylvania at The Inn at Bowman's Hill
After a scenic day of exploring autumn’s colorful landscapes, rest your head in luxurious surroundings at The Inn at Bowman's Hill. Located only two miles from downtown New Hope, this five-acre gated estate is a four-diamond AAA recipient for 11 years in a row. Boasting four rooms and four stunning suites, each room offers a private luxurious bathroom with a heated two-person whirlpool tub and many of the suites offer steam showers. Experience the ultimate in romance in our Penthouse Suite! Stargaze under a starlit ceiling over its corner tub with 300 fiber-optic stars with a shooting star every five minutes! Wake up to a multi-course breakfast including our signature Authentic English Breakfast—a decadent mix of seven breakfast items. Want farm fresh eggs? We maintain a flock of free-range hens, so you can actually collect your own organic eggs in the morning... Now that's fresh!
Ready to come and experience a romantic New Hope getaway? Book your escape at The Inn at Bowman's Hill! We look forward to hosting you!
