points of interest
1 Wachovia Center (20 miles)
Philadelphia 76er’s Basketball/ Philadelphia Flyers Hockey/ host to concerts.
Wachovia Center is a state-of-the-art arena for the city of Philadelphia. It is the home of the Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers. The Wachovia Center -- Where Everyone Plays -- promises to provide the best sports and entertainment to everyone passing through its doors.
2 Valley Forge National Historic Park (10 miles)
Largest state park in the area/ walking and hiking trails/bike trail/ special events
Valley Forge National Historic Park, with its picturesque, rolling hillsides of 3,600 acres, is reminder of freedom won by men’s sacrifices long ago. Take a self-guided or scheduled tour on a scenic drive through the park, or explore the ten miles of horse trails, and six miles of multi-use trails that wend throughout the park.
3 Lincoln Financial Field (20 miles)
Philadelphia Eagles Football/ host to concerts
Also known as “The Linc,” Lincoln Financial Field is the home of the National Football League’s Philadelphia Eagles. This great venue has a seating capacity for over 69,000 sports fans.
4 Dave and Busters (5 miles)
Interactive games and sports bar.
Dave and Buster’s believe in “great food and big fun.” Play a variety of video games from the popular Dance Dance Revolution, to NASCAR-type simulator Carismo, all while enjoying great food and even better company.
5 Elmwood Park Zoo (3 miles)
Great for small children/ animal petting area/ pony rides.
Elmwood Park Zoo welcomes over 130,000 visitors annually for an educational adventure in a fun, clean, and family-oriented environment. The Zoo moves ever forward guided by a mission, to foster an appreciation of wildlife and their habitat that will inspire active participation in conservation.
6 Philadelphia Museum of Art (20 miles)
Art from around the world/ host to special international exhibits.
As one of the largest museums in the United States, the Philadelphia Museum of Art invites visitors from around the world to explore its renowned collections, acclaimed special exhibitions, and enriching programs, both in person and online.
7 Franklin Institute (20 miles)
Science museum/ children’s exhibits.
The Franklin Institute was established as the first professional organization of mechanical engineers and professional draftsmen in the United States. The heart of the Institute’s mission remains public science and technology education - through interactive exhibits, theater-based programming, educational programs and outreach.
8 Please Touch Museum (20 miles)
Action-filled museum for children ages 1-7/ nature’s nursery for children under 3.
The Please Touch Museum has been the children’s museum of Philadelphia since 1976. They encourage children to play and grow and support parent-child interaction, using their countless experiences offered at this facility.
9 Freddy's Family Fun Center (5 miles)
2 Miniature golf courses/ batting cages/ ice cream store.
A place for the whole family, Freddy’s Family Fun Center features two challenging and fun 18- hole miniature golf courses, modeled after courses in Florida and South Carolina. Take advantage of the driving range and batting cages too
10 Citizen's Bank Park (20 miles)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Stadium/ host to concerts.
Home of major league baseball's Philadelphia Phillies, the 43,500-seat ballpark opened its gates for its first official game on April 12, 2004. Featuring beautiful views of the Philadelphia skyline, exciting games, and a host of tasty concessions, the ballpark will be a grand slam for fans of all ages.
11 Facenda-Whitaker Lanes (2 miles)
15 lane bowling alley/ sports bar.
Offering 50 bowling lanes, baby-sitting services and laser lightshows on Sunday, Facenda-Whitaker Lanes is open 24-hours a day and is a unique place to have a great time with the whole family around the clock.
12 Joseph Ambler Inn (8 miles)
Upscale eclectic meats, fish and produce.
Tucked away on 12 acres of rolling countryside, the Joseph Ambler Inn – a unique Eastern Pennsylvania hotel and restaurant — offers the exceptional features expected of a great country inn: an award-winning Pennsylvania restaurant, 52 pampering B&B guestrooms, conference and meeting spaces, and Philadelphia-area wedding and event facilities. Surrounded by peaceful meadows and comprising 5 historic buildings, the inn’s facilities and grounds are unmatched in all of Bucks and Montgomery counties.
13 Trinacria Ristorante (2 miles)
Upscale Italian Cuisine.
Triniacria offers a taste of Italy with the elegance of fine dining in a warm and relaxing atmosphere
14 Dolce Luna (1 mile)
Italian Cuisine, pizza, hoagies, Stromboli.
Dolce Luna offers a convenient place to pick up Italian sandwiches, pizza and strombolies on the run. Dining-in is offered as well.
15 Lai Lai Garden (2 miles)
Upscale Chinese and Sushi.
Lai Lai provides the best of both worlds of Chinese and Japanese cuisine in a serene, upscale atmosphere
16 Tiger's II Deli (2 miles)
Homemade soups and deli sandwiches.
Tigers II Deli is well-known in the area for their homemade soups and freshly made-to-order sandwiches. It is sure to sate your appetite.
17 El Sarape (2 miles)
Upscale authentic Mexican cuisine.
A cozy, upscale and inviting dining room will greet you when you come to El Sarape, serving authentic Mexican food this side of the border.
18 William Penn Inn (5 miles)
Fine dining in a beautiful historic inn.
William Penn Inn remains dedicated to a tradition of hospitality, offering superlative food, service and lodging in a relaxed, cordial setting
19 Redstone American Grill (5 miles)
Original American cuisine.
Redstone features a wood burning grill, rotisserie and open exhibition kitchen where signature steaks, chops, chicken and the freshest seafood are creatively prepped in a warm and inviting setting.
20 Montgomery County Community College (5 miles)
Renowned community college on a sprawling historic campus offering two and four year degree programs. Founded in 1964, MCCC has grown with the needs of the community. It offers e-learning opportunities as well as courses at various off-site locations
21 Gwynedd Mercy College (6 miles)
Private college on quaint campus with an award winning nursing program.
Founded in 1948 by the Sisters of Mercy, the College offers more than 40 associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs on a full- and part-time basis, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts. In the 2008 edition of the U.S.News and World Report’s America’s Best Colleges, Gwynedd-Mercy College ranks among the top master’s-level universities in the north.
22 Wissahickon School District (Award winning blue ribbon school district)
The District has a population of 31,923 and serves approximately 4,655 students in the three contiguous communities of Lower Gwynedd Township, the Borough of Ambler, and Whitpain Township-- an area of twenty-five (25) square miles. Wissahickon is considered an excellent community in which to live and raise a family.
Elementary School:
Blue Bell Elementary
Grades (K-5),
Middle School:
Wissahickon Middle School
Grades (6-8),
High School:
Wissahickon High School
Grades (9-12).
23 King of Prussia Mall (8 miles)
Second largest mall in the United States featuring Nordstrom, Bloomingdales and Neiman Marcus as well as specialty shopping and fine dining.
King of Prussia Mall offers every shopper an endless selection of luxury department stores, exclusive shops and sophisticated dining experiences-over 400 stores and restaurants in all.
24 Plymouth Meeting Mall (5 miles)
Plymouth Meeting Mall brings a whole new shopping experience to the community where they’ve combined shopping, entertainment and dining. The revitalization of the shopping center makes Plymouth Meeting Mall a true destination for area residents, office workers and tourists.
25 Mercy-Suburban Hospital (3 miles)
A 130-bed hospital, Mercy-Suburban Hospital is committed to taking care of the communities of central Montgomery County
26 Abington Memorial Hospital (10 miles)
One of the most prestigious awards in nursing, The Magnet Prize, was awarded to Abington Memorial Hospital (AMH) for its Daily CARE Plan at the National Magnet Conference. Abington provides medical care and health services to residents of Bucks, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.
27 Philadelphia International Airport (15 miles)
Philadelphia International Airport is the largest airport in the Delaware Valley region. The airport is the primary international hub of US Airways and has service to destinations in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Europe and Mexico. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the only major airport serving the 5th largest metropolitan area in the United States.
28 Ambler Train Station (5 miles)
The Ambler Train Station provides railway transportation to Philadelphia, New York City and Washington D.C.
29 Aetna (2 miles)
Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving members with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life, long-term care and disability plans and medical management capabilities.
30 Unisys Corporation (2 miles)
Unisys helps to secure business operations so you can better focus on opportunities by creating visibility throughout all layers of an enterprise: exposing cause-and-effect relationships between strategy, business processes, applications and infrastructure.
31 Merck & Co., Inc. (5 miles)
Merck & Co., Inc. is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first. Established in 1891, Merck discovers, develops, manufactures and markets vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. The Company devotes extensive efforts to increase access to medicines through far-reaching programs that not only donate Merck medicines but help deliver them to the people who need them.