Longwood Gardens, Delaware Valley Travel Guide
Explore Longwood Gardens, a stunning botanical garden in Pennsylvania, showcasing nature's beauty through diverse flora and breathtaking landscapes.
Longwood Gardens is a breathtaking botanical garden in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, offering a serene escape filled with diverse flora and stunning landscapes. Perfect for nature lovers and tourists alike, this oasis is a must-visit destination.
A brief summary to Longwood Gardens
- 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, 19348, US
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- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-9 pm
- Friday 10 am-9 pm
- Saturday 10 am-9 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Longwood Gardens.
- Visit during the weekdays to avoid larger crowds and enjoy a more peaceful experience.
- Check the garden's calendar for special events and seasonal displays that enhance your visit.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as there are many paths and areas to explore throughout the gardens.
- Consider bringing a picnic to enjoy in one of the designated areas within the gardens.
- Take advantage of the evening hours on Thursdays through Saturdays for a different perspective of the gardens.
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Getting There
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Car
If you are driving, head towards Kennett Square. From Philadelphia, take I-95 S towards Wilmington, DE. Merge onto US-1 S and continue on this road. Take the exit for PA-52 N towards Kennett Square. Follow PA-52 N and then turn left onto Longwood Rd. Longwood Gardens will be on your right at 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
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Public Transportation
To reach Longwood Gardens via public transportation, you can take the SEPTA train from Philadelphia to the West Chester station. Once you arrive at West Chester, catch the 104 bus towards Kennett Square. Inform the driver that you wish to stop at Longwood Gardens. The gardens are a short walk from the bus stop.
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Car
From Wilmington, DE, take I-95 N. Exit onto US-202 N towards West Chester. Merge onto PA-1 N, and then take the exit for PA-52 N towards Kennett Square. Turn left onto Longwood Rd, and Longwood Gardens will be on your right at 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
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Public Transportation
If you're coming from the Exton area, take the R5 train from Exton station towards Philadelphia. Transfer at Paoli station to the R6 train towards West Trenton. Get off at the West Chester station and board the 104 bus towards Kennett Square. The bus will drop you a short distance from Longwood Gardens.
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Car
For those coming from Lancaster, take US-30 E to the exit for US-1 S. Continue on US-1 S and take the exit for PA-52 N towards Kennett Square. Turn left onto Longwood Rd, where Longwood Gardens will be located on your right at 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
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