- Our list of the best things to do in Chester, Pennsylvania, features the top 313 nearby activities — including 129 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Chester, PA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Chester, PA , followed by 311 popular activities in nearby cities, including Philadelphia, Wilmington, West Chester, Newark, Cherry Hill, New Castle, Media, Camden, Norristown, Phoenixville, Downingtown, Wayne, Kennett Square, Malvern, Chadds Ford, King of Prussia, Voorhees, Collegeville, Marlton, Hockessin, Glenside, Willow Grove, Mount Laurel, Valley Forge, Delaware City, Drexel Hill, Exton, Bethlehem, Lansdale, Greenville, Wellsboro, Winterthur and Bear
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16.5 Miles
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690 West DeKalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
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Offering cooking instruction in a fun atmosphere to chefs of all levels, Sur La Table Cooking Class hosts themed cooking events that focus on various kinds of recipes. The school offers lessons aimed at teenagers as well as adult events.
16.6 Miles
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488 votes
Route 202 at Mall Boulevard, King of Prussia, PA
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With over 400 stores, King of Prussia Mall is a large shopping destination, with a range of high end and luxury retailers in addition to national and international brands.
16.9 Miles
Wilmington & Western Railroad is the first railroad to be included in the National register of Historic Places. Opened as a tourist attraction in 1966, this 1870 railroad uses steam engines to transport children of all ages back in time, for all occasions, whether for romantic evenings or special celebrations.
16.9 Miles
56%
9 votes
Pottstown Pike and Greenhill Road, West Chester, PA 19380
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With an entirely fenced in space, Rooney's Dog Park does not require dogs to be on a leash. Benches are offered for human companions to sit while the dogs are free to run and play in the park.
17.0 Miles
New Castle's Old Dutch House is Delaware's most important repository of Colonial-area furniture and domestic items. It features fine hand-crafted pewter dinnerware, hand-carved wooden furniture, delicate textiles and immaculately-preserved antique carpeting.
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A variety of guided tours introduce visitors to the history and horticulture of the Longwood Gardens. Spread over 1000 acres, the conservatory area alone houses 20 different gardens, including the Orchid House, Camellia House, and Italian Water Garden.
17.1 Miles
Built in 1801, Read House & Gardens' mansion covers with its 22 rooms 14,000 square feet. The garden was added in 1847. It can be rented for private special events, such as weddings.
17.1 Miles
Named the first grand mansion of Delaware, the Amstel House now appears as a middle-class Dutch home and is available for tours. The house was built in the 1730's and features original woodwork, an open hearth and early Dutch colonial decor.
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With beautiful and stunning architecture, the Old Library Museum offers an interesting collection of items commemorating the history of the New Castle community. This includes clothing, furnishings and special items that represent African Americans.
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Offering a unique collection, Velocipede Museum features interesting bicycle exhibits along with a wealth of information about their history. The museum has further expanded to include displays and memorabilia relative to lighting and signage.