Nearby Local Attractions

Located in Hilltown, PA in upper Bucks County, Pearl S. Buck International and the Pearl S. Buck House, International Gift Shop, and Exhibit Gallery are just minutes from dining, entertainment, shopping, and accommodations—plan an entire day or weekend when you come to visit us!

Approximate local drive-times are:

  • 10 minute drive: Perkasie, Sellersville, Chalfont
  • 15 minutes drive: Doylestown, Pipersville
  • 20 minute drive: Quakertown
  • 30 minute drive: New Hope
  • 40 minute drive: Newtown

All accommodations, dining, entertainment, and other attractions are within 40 minutes of the Pearl S. Buck House and located in Bucks County.

Food and Drink

Bishop Estate Vineyard & Winery — offers 18-21 kinds of wine and they are open every day

The Boiler Room by Crossing Vineyards — wine bar and terrace operated by award-winning Crossing Vineyards

Buckingham Valley Vineyards — a family owned enterprise dedicated to growing and making the best possible Bucks County wines

Crossroads Tavern — excellent food, drinks, excellent service, and a casual atmosphere where friends and family can relax and enjoy

Farm to Toast — a gourmet toast and wellness café in the heart of Dublin, PA

Free Will Brewing Co.Local beer brewery offering tours, tastings & a taproom with a bar plus growlers to-go & logo gear

Luberto's Brick Oven Pizza & Trattoria — B.Y.O.B. serving authentic Italian cuisine and delicious wood-fired pizza in a casual and family friendly atmosphere

The Lucky Cupcake — transforms from-scratch recipes — MADE OF REAL BUTTER, REAL INGREDIENTS AND REAL IDEAS — into completely custom, just-sweet-enough, confectionary works of art

McCaffrey's Food Market — features the highest quality produce, meat, seafood, cheese, deli, bakery, and floral, along with chef-crafted, gourmet prepared foods

Ooka Sushi & Hibachioffers a lively Hibachi option as well as relaxed fine dining area

Owowcow Creamery — Since 2009 we have been hand crafting super premium ice cream from scratch daily using the finest local organic and natural ingredients that support local agriculture

The Perk — From award-winning burgers to pasta, steak and seafood, there's something for everyone, and you won't go home hungry

Plumsteadville Inn — welcoming Bucks County landmark restaurant and tavern serving fine food and quality beverages

Quinoa — a family own Peruvian & Mexican Restaurant that offers traditional dishes made from authentic family recipes from the owner's homeland Peru & Mexico 

The Station — a renovated gas station from the 1930’s that now lives on as a modern food hall and culinary destination! With loads of outdoor seating and garage doors that open to the patio, The Station offers a casual vibe to enjoy with your friends and family.

Tabora Farms — Gourmet Bakery, Country Store, Gift Shop, and Deli in the heart of Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Trolley Barn Public Market — An indoor, year-round marketplace where residents and visitors can find fresh, seasonal food from local farmers, fishers, and food entrepreneurs. Visit for kids activities, cooking demos, classes, events, and fresh food all year long

Van Lieus Brewing Company—new craft brewery located in Perkasie.

Vela Doylestown — The seasonally inspired menu, crafted with tradition, feels at home in a stylish and welcoming atmosphere

Vivat Alfa Winery — a family owned and operated boutique winery in the heart of Bucks Country, PA

Attractions and Entertainment

Board & Brush — DIY wood sign workshops

Bucks County Children's Museum — its mission is to provide an environment that connects ALL children to the world around them and inspires learning through PLAY

Bucks County Playhouse — Bucks County Playhouse inspires, entertains and engages audiences with theatrical productions of new and classic plays and musicals featuring Broadway and Hollywood artists

Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle — the museum was built to house Henry Mercer's extensive collection of objects representing everyday life in the pre-industrial age; the castle provides a window into Henry Mercer's unique architectural and artistic vision, this poured concrete estate is comprised of 44 rooms, 18 fireplaces and more than 200 windows

Michener Art Museum — The Michener Art Museum is dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting the art and cultural heritage of the Delaware Valley region.

Newtown Theatre — Located in the heart of Newtown, the historic Newtown Theatre is the center of entertainment in its community. Young and old alike enjoy the convenience of seeing movies, live theater, concerts, comedy, and more.

Nockamixon State ParkThis 5,286-acre park has Lake Nockamixon for swimming & boating, plus horseback riding & camping

Peace Valley Lavender Farm — If it’s lavender you want, we’ve got it – growing plants, bulk blossoms, dried bunches, essential oil and more. We produce a wide variety of lavender products: bath & body, culinary, dried floral, sachets & pillows

Peace Valley Nature Center — offers 14 miles of nature trails and environmental education programs in the woods and meadows at the eastern end of Lake Galena

The Sellersville Theater — an intimate live music and comedy venue with 325 seats featuring national and international performers

The Tileworks — Take a tour of the decorative halls and historic workshops of Henry Chapman Mercer's Moravian Pottery and Tile Works

 

Shopping

Start your shopping in our very own International Gift Shop, which offers a unique variety of gifts, books, apparel, jewelry, crafts, décor, and more in a boutique-like setting on our premises.

Byers Choice—For more than 40 years, Byers' Choice has been dedicated to bringing you the finest handcrafted gifts with the iconic Caroler® figurines.

Doylestown & Lahaska Bookshops — locally owned and operated bookstores dedicated to preserving the heritage and traditions of independent bookstore ideals

Makers — a handmade market run by The Craftery designed to showcase a collection of talented artisans, crafters, and vintage collectors selling independently produced goods

Peddler's Village — Discover a storybook village with charming colonial-style buildings, award-winning gardens, and distinctive shopping, dining, and lodging

Pineapple on Main — unique gifts, accessories, home decor, items for baby, and more

Red Brick Mercantile — Stop by and see the eclectic collection of merchandise. Coming in spring, the Mercantile will house artwork and crafts by some of the regions premier local craftsmen

Serendipity Shops — we create an environment where customers can stumble upon special, unique gifts many times by happenstance. 

Stone House Antiques — Our dealers offer a great mix of unique pieces, from Mid Century Modern, Primitive, Farm House, Fine European Antiques, Art, Paintings, Bronze Sculpture and decorative elements

Wheat and Vine Provisions — offer the highest quality, most unique, small batch specialty foods you can find in Bucks County and beyond

Wildflower Valley — a curated shop of brands + products with purpose for your modern boho lifestyle. shop a collection of handmade, U.S. made, fair trade, for a cause, sustainable or women owned items in one place.

Accommodations

Ash Mill Farm Bed & Breakfast — Pastoral, ten-acre working sheep farm, set just outside the lively streets of New Hope.

Clarion Inn & Suites New Hope-Lambertville

Doylestown Inn — a charming, 17 guestroom boutique hotel located in the heart of historic Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

Galvanized America Inn and Art Gallery — located in quaint Pipersville, PA in the heart of beautiful Central Bucks County, "in the middle of nowhere…yet close to everything

Hampton by Hilton Warrington/Doylestown

Hargrave House Bed and Breakfast — conveniently located in the heart of Doylestown’s historic district.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Doylestown

The Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm — a historic Bucks County inn situated on over 100 acres of pasture and country gardens

Joseph Ambler Inn - has 52 comfortable guest rooms spread throughout five historic buildings. Each room has been thoughtfully decorated and has its own unique charm and personality. 

Mainstreet Inn — in historic Doylestown, blending great value with all the comforts of home.

The Washington House Hotel & Restaurant — The Washington House Hotel and Restaurant and Sellersville Theater 1894 offer an exciting dining, entertainment and lodging destination combining contemporary American cuisine and international talent with local charm and warmth.

 

The information on this page is not comprehensive and is not an endorsement of listed businesses over businesses that have not been listed. Names are added and removed at the discretion of Pearl S. Buck International. To have your organization's name added or removed, please contact mhall@pearlsbuck.org.

 

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