The Drexel Hill center is around 3 miles west of Haddington and 4 miles south of Ardmore Amtrak Station.
Drexel Hill experiences four distinct seasons, from cold and often rainy or snowy winters to hot and humid summers. Spring and fall are typically cool to mild, which makes the perfect weather for sightseeing. Since Drexel Hill is a suburb of Philadelphia, the community does not experience any noticeable peak season in terms of tourist traffic, so you could expect group and individual hotel rates to remain stable year-round.
First impressions of the Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield are cheerful and sunny. Warm textiles and floral elements greet you from the lobby to your guest room, never overpowering but always upbeat. With style and amenities to spare, it may come as a surprise to find out that the Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield offers some of the best discounts in the area for AAA members and seniors.
Those discounted rates still include the standard free Wi-Fi, cable programming, and property amenities like access to the health club and spa tub. The hotel also offers conveniences that appeal to road-weary business travelers, like a 24-hour business center, limo and town car service, express check-out, a meeting room, and on-site bistro and bar.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Philadelphia Broomall / Newtown Square also offers competitive discounts for AAA members and seniors 62 years of age and older (with valid ID). Government and military workers will also find generous discounted rates at this clean and contemporary property.
Eco-conscious travelers seeking value accommodations should head off the beaten path to The Inn at Swarthmore, a LEED Silver certified property. This rural inn is located within driving distance of many of the area schools, including Swarthmore College, Widener University, St. Joseph's University, and Villanova University.
The intimate property features just 40 guest rooms which channel a warm Craftsman style. Throughout your stay, you'll enjoy access to the grand terrace and elegant public space, which includes luxurious designer furnishings and seating areas. The hotel restaurant serves up satisfying meals and cocktails for a reasonable price.
In Philadelphia, most people gravitate to the major sites like Independence National Historical Park, which includes Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Stroll by Philadelphia City Hall with its imposing Second Empire-style clock tower looming over Penn Square, then stop by Love Park to see the famed “Love” sculpture by Robert Indiana. Then make your way to the Reading Terminal Market. Stop in for a casual lunch, sweet treat, coffee, or locally produced goods and goodies.
Leave the crowds behind and take a stroll down Elfreth's Alley in Philadelphia. Some of the homes on the charming cobblestone alley have been continuously inhabited since it was built back in 1702. For more details, pop into the Elfreth's Alley Museum. Just around the corner, you can visit the Betsy Ross House, which allegedly was the home of seamstress Betsy Ross. Legend has it that she sewed the first American flag.
Consider other less well-known sites, like the Barnes Foundation, which boasts an incomparable collection of over 900 impressionist, post-impressionist, and modernist paintings and artworks. The collection includes countless works by some of the best names in modern art, including 181 paintings by Renoir, 69 by Cezanne, 59 by Matisse, and 46 by Picasso, and even more by Soutine, Rousseau, Modigliani, Degas, and Van Gogh. The Rodin Museum is also worth a visit. It is dedicated to celebrating the work of Auguste Rodin, best known for his acclaimed sculpture, "The Thinker."
For an unusual walk back into history, visit the Eastern State Penitentiary noted for its Gothic Revival architecture. The prison operated from 1829 until 1971 and once housed notorious criminals like Al Capone. Today it is a museum and tours are offered seven days a week, every month of the year. The museum hosts art exhibits and is especially renowned for its seasonal Halloween events. Relive cinematic history and recreate the inspiring “Rocky” scene when Rocky Balboa ascended the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art on Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
You can sleep peacefully in the suburbs while enjoying the city life in Philadelphia just minutes away. Embrace the best of town and country when you stay in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania.
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Very bright and lovely city!