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Exploring Historic Downingtown: A Two-Hour Walking Tour
This two-hour walking tour of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, United States, will take you through the historic downtown area and its surrounding neighborhoods.
The tour will begin at the Downingtown Train Station, located at 1 Station Road, Downingtown, PA 19335 (Latitude: 40.0145, Longitude: -75.7106). This station is a stop on the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Line, and is a great place to start your tour.
From the train station, you will head south on East Lancaster Avenue, passing by the Downingtown Area Historical Society (Latitude: 40.0137, Longitude: -75.7106). This museum is a great place to learn about the history of the area.
Continue south on East Lancaster Avenue until you reach the Downingtown Main Street Historic District (Latitude: 40.0117, Longitude: -75.7090). This district is home to many historic buildings, including the Downingtown Inn, the Downingtown Post Office, and the Downingtown Library.
Next, you will head east on East Pennsylvania Avenue, passing by the Downingtown Borough Hall (Latitude: 40.0108, Longitude: -75.7076). This building is a great example of 19th century architecture.
Continue east on East Pennsylvania Avenue until you reach the Downingtown Farmers Market (Latitude: 40.0090, Longitude: -75.7060). This market is a great place to pick up some fresh produce and other local goods.
From the Farmers Market, you will head north on East Pennsylvania Avenue, passing by the Downingtown Brewing Company (Latitude: 40.0108, Longitude: -75.7076). This brewery is a great place to grab a beer and some food.
Continue north on East Pennsylvania Avenue until you reach the Downingtown Area Recreation Center (Latitude: 40.0137, Longitude: -75.7106). This recreation center is a great place to take a break and enjoy some outdoor activities.
Next, you will head west on East Lancaster Avenue, passing by the Downingtown Antique Mall (Latitude: 40.0145, Longitude: -75.7106). This mall is a great place to find unique antiques and collectibles.
Continue west on East Lancaster Avenue until you reach the Downingtown Town Center (Latitude: 40.0163, Longitude: -75.7106). This center is home to many shops and restaurants, making it a great place to grab a bite to eat or do some shopping.
Finally, you will head north on East Pennsylvania Avenue, passing by the Downingtown Historical Society (Latitude: 40.0177, Longitude: -75.7106). This society is a great place to learn more about the history of the area.
At the end of the tour, you will be back at the Downingtown Train Station, where you started your tour.
Downingtown Pennsylvania United States Tour Companies
Nick Cvetkovic Tours
Offers a broad range of private tour guide services, including walking tours, step-on and driving tours, Airport check-ins and pickups available. All guides are certified with 1100+ tours given German language proficiency.
Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides
GETTYSBURG; A town steeped in History, and if you are a first-time visitor or have visited here before but never toured the town, then our Town Tour is a great place to begin. A Gettysburg Licensed Town Guide will take you on a 90-minute walking tour, tell you about Gettysburg’s History, and share the civilians’ experiences of the 3-day battle, occupation, aftermath, a ... More nd Lincoln’s visit. If you have taken a Town Tour, try one of our many Specialty Tours, described on our “Walking Tours” menu above. All of our tours are uniquely designed by each Guide and are not canned tours. We use historic photographs and actual civilian accounts to relate the events in the town. Enjoy your time in Gettysburg by reserving a walking tour with a Town Guide.
Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation
The Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation (PHLF) was founded in 1964 by a group of citizens who passionately believed that historic preservation, rather than massive demolition, could be a tool for renewing communities, creating pride among residents, and achieving sustainable economic development. MISSION STATEMENT Recognized as one of the nation’s most innovative ... More and effective nonprofit historic preservation organizations, PHLF works to: identify and save historically significant places; renew historic neighborhoods, towns, and urban areas; preserve historic farms and historic designed landscapes; and educate people about the Pittsburgh region’s rich architectural heritage.
