Day Trip Guides

The Main Line area is a dream for day trips. The sheer abundance of idyllic towns in the region means there’s always somewhere new to discover (or rediscover, if you’ve been to the town before). Perhaps the most exciting part of life around the western suburbs is that it’s everchanging, with new businesses and eateries popping up each day.

Whether you’re a local or visitor to the Philly suburbs, use our day trip guides as a starting point for your adventures through fan-favorite towns like Ardmore and Malvern or nearby Jersey Shore hotspots like Cape May (and that’s just the start). Of course, if you uncover something new while you’re in town, so much the better — that’s the point of a day trip, after all.

Cape May Day Trip Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in Town

Spend 24 hours in the bustling shore town of Cape May to enjoy beautiful beaches, fine dining and stunning sightseeing.

How to Plan a Perfect Day Trip in Picturesque Chadds Ford

From antiquing to museums to fine dining, there's so much to do while adventuring around Chadds Ford.

24 Hours in Malvern: How to Spend the Day in This Historic Town

Malvern offers plenty of places to explore. From museums to delicious eats to axe-throwing fun, this town won’t disappoint.

Bryn Mawr Day Trip Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in Town

The Montgomery County hotspot delights locals and visitors alike with top-tier dining and an abundance of shopping and cultural attractions.

Downingtown Day Trip Guide: Make the Most of Your Time in Town

Lively and growing, Downingtown is packed with entertainment and dining options for the perfect day trip.

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Phoenixville Day Trip Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in Town

Between the breweries, shops and restaurants, there's barely enough time to fit all the fun of Phoenixville into one day.

Wayne Day Trip Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in Town

Between its shopping experiences and delicious eateries, Wayne has plenty to offer as one of the most happening towns around the Main Line.

24 Hours in Kennett Square: How to Spend a Day Trip in Town

Start your explorations in the Main Line area destination with must-see greenery, then end with a gourmet dinner at a top restaurant.

Berwyn Day Trip Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in Town

Plan a day trip to Berwyn to visit inviting shops, local hotspots and top-notch restaurants in Chester County.

What to Do in Ardmore: Spend a Day in This Bustling Town

Shop ‘til you drop or grab a bite to eat in one of the Main Line's most beautiful towns, which offers fun for locals and visitors alike.

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