Overview
Longwood Gardens is considered to be one of the finest botanical gardens in the country, and for good reason. This sprawling former estate of the DuPont family boasts an endless collection of dazzling flowers, plants, and trees.
After your local tour guide picks you up in Philadelphia, you’ll quickly find yourself in the beautiful rolling hills of Brandywine Valley. Your tour guide will narrate the history of the Valley, from life in indigenous settlements to landmark battles of the American Revolutionary War.
We’ll then arrive at Longwood Gardens, a 1,077-acre estate bursting with color around every corner. Here, you’ll enjoy magical fountains spraying towers of water into the air with synchronized music, fantastic floral displays inside the main conservatory, and an impressive variety of native and exotic gardens.
Longwood Garden tickets are included in your private driving tour, but we’re happy to arrange admission to any of the top attractions and activities in the area!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local English-speaking guide
Exclusive Admission to Longwood Gardens
transportation to/from Philly & Longwood
Additional food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Outside, in front of The Urban Farmer (Vehicle pull off spot along the Ben Franklin Parkway, side of the Logan Hotel)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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1848 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
5 min
Outside, in front of The Urban Farmer (Vehicle pull off spot along the Ben Franklin Parkway, side of the Logan Hotel)
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Longwood Gardens
4 hours 25 min
Longwood is Pennsylvania’s preeminent botanical garden boasting thousands of species of plants and a fascinating legacy of preservation. Horticultural staff provide knowledgeable background on the featured flora and work hard to create fantastic displays that change with the seasons.
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Brandywine Valley
2 hours
Your countryside tour will be spent exploring the lush landscape of southeastern Pennsylvania, an area home to historic mansions, unrivaled botanical gardens and estates, wineries, and more. You’ll be at ease in your private vehicle driven by a local tour guide, who will have plenty of recommendations for how to spend your day in the Brandywine Valley region.
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Brandywine Battlefield
2 hours
In addition to these attractions, the guide will be happy to provide a tour of the Brandywine Battlefield Historic Site — which brings to life the largest engagement of the Revolutionary War — or make suggestions for lunch (at your own expense). The guide is happy to make recommendations to best build a schedule, depending on the length of the tour.
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Brandywine Museum Of Art
2 hours
Your private tour can include a stop at this renowned museum containing artworks by nationally acclaimed and local artists like Andrew Wyeth. This gem of an art museum sits on the pristine banks of the Brandywine Creek.
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Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
2 hours
Your private driving tour has the option to add admission to the estate of Winterthur. Here, you can explore a stunning mansion with exquisitely decorated rooms containing a variety of American art and walk about the finely landscaped grounds blooming with native and exotic plant species from Spring to Fall!
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Hagley Museum
2 hours
Arrange in advance entry to this charming historic house,
the first du Pont home in the United States, with stone structures that once housed the family’s powder manufacturing facility. -
Nemours Estate
2 hours
Add in admission to this French neoclassical–style mansion to explore its rare and fabulous antiques and artifacts and jaw-dropping landscaped grounds. Arrange a museum tour in advance with our team.
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Chaddsford Winery
2 hours
This winery is among a number of others in the region and where you can arrange a wine tour and wine tasting to sample sparkling whites, rosés, red blends, and more.
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Penns Woods Winery
2 hours
A wine tour and tasting can absolutely be arranged for your private tour with us. Brandywine Valley is known for its wines, and you’ll likely be going home with your favorite(s) at the end of the tour!
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Brandywine River Antiques Market
2 hours
Your customized tour can include a stop at one of the area’s excellent antique shops, where you can get lost in the mix of textiles, glasswares, trinkets, and more. You’ll be sure to find a take-home souvenir from this popular antiques market!
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Pennsbury-Chadds Ford Antique Mall
2 hours
With its claim as the largest antique mall in historic Chester County, Pennsbury-Chadds Ford Antique Mall is just one of the shops we can build into your tour itinerary.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Brandywine Valley and Longwood Gardens Private -Small group Tour
Can I cancel Brandywine Valley and Longwood Gardens Private -Small group Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–8 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Outside, in front of The Urban Farmer (Vehicle pull off spot along the Ben Franklin Parkway, side of the Logan Hotel) Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Local English-speaking guide
- Exclusive Admission to Longwood Gardens
- transportation to/from Philly & Longwood
What's not included?
- Additional food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Longwood Gardens, Brandywine Valley, Brandywine Battlefield, Brandywine Museum Of Art, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, Hagley Museum, Nemours Estate, Chaddsford Winery.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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