Tour Guide to Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia

Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia (1852) is an extremely scenic area in East Germantown of Philadelphia, surrounding the Awbury estate, consisting of farmhouses belonging to Henry Cooper, a Philadelphia ship owner and his family. The arboretum is one of the most beautifully maintained garden complexes consisting of a number of trees. The garden is replete with native plants, birds, rain gardens and plush meadows. http://www.awbury.org/history.html

What is the best time to visit Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia?

Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia can be visited at any time of the year. The entry to the ground is free of charge. You should not miss the Francais Cope House. There you can also find historical information about the Awbury estate and the Cope family.

http://www.awbury.org/location.html#Visiting

Where is Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia located?

Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia is located in East German Town, around Washington Lane, between Ardleigh Street and Chew Avenue. You can easily drive over to the estate or come by public transportation. The R7 Chestnut Hill East train goes by the arboretum. You can also reach the arboretum by 18 and 26 number busses. http://www.awbury.org/location.html#Visiting

What are the special events held by the Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia?

Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia organizes a lot of events for public. They have temporarily stopped hosting private events. You have to keep checking their website to keep yourself updated about their upcoming programs and make your reservations if you find any interesting program in advance.

http://www.awbury.org/events.html

What are the career programs that the Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia offers?

Awbury Arboretum Philadelphia offers study programs which include field studies and job training. Apart from being a visitor you can also associate yourself as a member or a volunteer.

http://www.awbury.org/jobtraining.html.

Hotels in Philadelphia PA near Awbury Arboretum

Chestnut Hill Hotel Philadelphia [2.6 miles]

http://www.chestnuthillhotel.com/

Society Hill Philadelphia [3.0 miles]

http://www.StarwoodHotels.com/Sheraton

Days Inn Philadelphia-Roosevelt Boulevard [3.5 miles]

http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/check_avail?variant=&id=06203&propBrandId=DI&force_nostay=false&bmInSession=true&tab=tab1

Crowne Plaza Hotel Main Line [3.5 miles]

http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/phlci?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/6c/1/en/hotelsearchresults

Homewood Suites by Hilton [4.0 miles]

http://homewoodsuites1.hilton.com/en_US/hw/hotel/SEAHWHW-Homewood-Suites-by-Hilton-Seattle-Downtown-Washington/index.do

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue [4.0 miles]

http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/PHLPHHF-Hilton-Philadelphia-City-Avenue-Pennsylvania/index.do