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29 Best and Fun Things To Do In Bristol, Pennsylvania


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This small town, the oldest settlement in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, boasts a vibrant history filled with numerous attractions for visitors.

It’s home to numerous antique shops, historic buildings, and museums, offering plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and learning about the region’s past.

The area also boasts a large amount of natural beauty, making it the perfect destination to relax and unwind.

Outdoor enthusiasts should head to the Silver Lake Nature Center, which features several interactive exhibits, hiking trails, and a play area for kids, while those looking for a more cultural experience should attend one of the performances at the historic Riverside Theater.

Looking for more recommendations? Keep reading for a full list of suggestions about what do while you’re here

The 29 Most Popular Things To Do In Bristol, Pennsylvania

29. Sunny Day Carousel

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1 review)

Location: Langhorne PA

28. Big Bird’s Tour Bus

3.0 ★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)

Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

27. Teeny Tiny Tidal Wave

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

26. Delhaas Woods

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: Bristol PA

Tel:  215 785 1177

Web Address:   http://silverlakenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trail-Map_VBC-Grant-2019.pdf

25. Elmo’s Cloud Chaser

3.6 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

Tel:  215 702 3566

Web Address:   http://sesameplace.com/

24. Marie Lowe Recreation Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

Location: Bristol PA

23. Vapor Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

Tel:  215 702 3566

Web Address:   http://sesameplace.com/

22. Gazebo In Delaware Lagoon Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: 657 Jefferson Ave Bristol PA

Web Address:   http://bristolhistory.homestead.com/Historical-Sites.html

21. Burlington County Historical Society

4.4 ★★★★☆ (19 reviews)

Location: 457 High Street Burlington NJ

Tel:  609 386 4773

Web Address:   http://burlingtoncountyhistoricalsociety.org/

20. Bristol Township Municipal Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

Location: Bristol Oxford Valley Road Bristol PA

Tel:  267 812 2933

19. Ernie’s Waterworks

4.4 ★★★★☆ (22 reviews)

Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

Tel:  215 752 7070

Web Address:   https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/water-park/ernies-waterworks/

18. Assiscunk Creek Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (26 reviews)

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Location: Burlington NJ

17. Liberty Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (27 reviews)

16. Levittown Lake

4.2 ★★★★☆ (35 reviews)

15. Van Sciver Lake

4.6 ★★★★★ (51 reviews)

14. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

4.6 ★★★★★ (59 reviews)

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Location: 145 W Broad Street Burlington NJ

Tel:  609 386 0902

Web Address:   http://stmarysburlington.org/

13. The Count’s Splash Castle

4.4 ★★★★☆ (69 reviews)

Location: 200 S Buckstown Road Langhorne PA

Tel:  215 752 7070

Web Address:   https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/water-park/the-counts-splash-castle/

12. Tullytown Canal Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (75 reviews)

Location: Levittown PA

11. Green Acres Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (303 reviews)

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Location: 851 Old York Road Burlington NJ

Tel:  609 387 2775

Web Address:   http://twp.burlington.nj.us/content/84/185/default.aspx

10. Delaware Canal State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,308 reviews)

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Location: 11 Lodi Hill Road Upper Black Eddy PA

Tel:  610 982 5560

Web Address:   https://dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/DelawareCanalStatePark/Pages/default.aspx

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9. Grundy Mill Complex & Clock Tower

4.4 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

Location: & Jefferson Ave & Canal Street Bristol PA

8. Pearl Pointe (Peron Pearl)

3.4 ★★★☆☆ (11 reviews)

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Location: Burlington NJ

Tel:  609 201 8369

Web Address:   http://pearlpointeapartments.com/

7. Burlington Island

4.6 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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6. Grundy Museum

4.9 ★★★★★ (35 reviews)

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Location: 610 Radcliffe Street Bristol PA

Tel:  215 788 9432

Web Address:   https://grundymuseum.org/

5. Basketball Courts-Playground

4.3 ★★★★☆ (63 reviews)

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Location: Burlington NJ

4. Burlington-Bristol Bridge

3.5 ★★★★☆ (392 reviews)

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Location: 348 Reed Street Burlington NJ

Web Address:   https://bcbridges.org/burlington-bristol-bridge/

3. Silver Lake Nature Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (960 reviews)

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Location: 1306 Bath Road Bristol PA

Tel:  215 785 1177

Web Address:   http://silverlakenaturecenter.org/

2. Neshaminy State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (2,761 reviews)

Location: 3401 Streetate Road  Bensalem PA

Tel:  215 639 4538

Web Address:   http://dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/neshaminy/

1. Sesame Place

4.2 ★★★★☆ (10,738 reviews)

Location: 100 Sesame Road Langhorne PA

Tel:  215 702 3566

Web Address:   https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Bristol, Pennsylvania! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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