Not Too Many Children Like Museums - But How About A Children's Pretend Play Museum?

We have all been in the situation where our parents drag us to another boring museum as children. Most young children think once you've seen one painting you've seen them all. Well, did you ever want to experience a museum that is strictly for children? Now you can at the Bucks County Children's Museum.

Bucks County Children's Museum

Address:
500 Union Square
New Hope, PA 18938

Hours: 
Closed Monday
Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 4pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm

Admission: $7.00 per person

Bucks County Children's Museum

The Bucks County Children's Museum is an establishment built on imagination.  It is an interactive and educational setting designed for children 1 and up.  Throughout the exhibit, children will get an in-depth look at Bucks County's history and culture in a way that is for young children.

The museum is geared toward children 1 to 8 who have a broad imagination and enjoy pretend play.  It takes about 90 minutes to walk through the entire exhibit.  The visit is not too long (since we know children's attention spans are short), but not too short.  Parking is available in the parking lot the museum is located in as well as on the street. Both are metered parking.  One quarter equals twenty minutes, so make sure you bring along an adequate amount of quarters.  (Some parking kiosks in the lot accepts credit cards.)

Any Bucks County locals looking for a family-friendly location to have a children's party? Bucks County Children's Museum hosts parties as well. You and your guests can even take a short walk across the parking lot to take a ride on the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad to end the day.

Don't forget to take a look at the museum's calendar to plan the perfect visit for you and your family.

Triumph Brewing Company 

Feeling hungry? Triumph Brewing Company is a short walk across the parking lot from the museum. They offer children menus as well as a 15% discount when you show them your Bucks County Children's Museum receipt.  You can't beat the location or the price, so why not stop by on your way home?

Sesame Place

Address: 
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA 19047
Please click here to see park hours and events

It's theme park time. Get your family together to experience the family fun at Sesame Place. Come to Sesame Place to experience the water rides, the roller coasters and amusements as well as the various shows and parades.

Get acquainted with the Sesame Place characters by clicking here before your visit, and keep an eye out for them as you walk around the park. You never know when you may see Bert and Ernie, so keep your cameras (or phones) ready.

After your Sesame Place adventure, enjoy plenty of dining options inside the park and outside the park. Enjoy some clothes shopping while you are in the area by stopping in the Oxford Valley Mall. Don't forget to go into the Oxford Valley Movie Theater located next to the mall to catch up on the latest family movies out in theaters.

Horseback Riding

Tyler Park Stable Inc.

Address:
451 Swamp Road
Newtown, PA 18940

Hours: (weather permitting)
Monday - Wednesday: 9am - 3pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday - Sunday: 9am - 3pm

Tyler Park Horseback Riders 

*Must be 12 years and older to ride a horse
*Pony rides are available for children younger than 12 

One of the best aspects of Bucks County is the open fields and state parks. One of my favorite activities is to go horseback riding in Tyler Park at Frank's Stables. Even the most inexperienced riders can jump on a horse and enjoy the beautiful views of Tyler Park during their ride. Frank's Stables offers guided tours through the nearly 2,000 acre state park.  This is a great family activity that all ages will enjoy.

Pony rides last 30 minutes to 1 hour. Guided horse rides last as long as you would like.

Prices:

Guided Trail Ride: $30 for one hour
Pony Ride: $15 for 30 minutes, $30 for one hour