From New York: Philadelphia Cherry Blossom 1-Day Trip

Take a day trip from New York to Philadelphia to see the cherry blossoms in bloom. Visit the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, the United States Mint, and the Woodmere Art Museum.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the cherry blossoms in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park
  • Visit the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center and see the cherry blossoms in bloom
  • Take a selfie with the iconic 'LOVE' sculpture at Love Park in Philadelphia
  • Learn about the history of coin manufacturing at the United States Mint
  • Explore the Woodmere Art Museum and see works by local artists

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Head to Philadelphia for the cherry blossoms on a day trip from New York. Visit Fairmount Park, the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, and the United States Mint. Itinerary on Sundays: New York → Philadelphia → Fairmount Park (60 mins) → Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center (45 mins) → Woodmere Art Museum (90 mins) → Philadelphia City Hall & Love Park (45 mins) → New York On Sundays, visit the Woodmere Art Museum. Start your day with a visit to Fairmount Park, a massive urban park spanning both banks of the Schuylkill River. Explore miles of trails for off-road cycling, horseback riding, and deep-woods hiking. Next, visit the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park. Reflect on the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to the installation of its contemporary paintings in 2007. Afterward, head to the United States Mint to see the transparent coin minting workshop and learn about the creation of the U.S. currency system and the history of coin manufacturing. Itinerary on Wednesdays: New York → Philadelphia → Fairmount Park (60 mins) → Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center (45 mins) → Philadelphia City Hall & Love Park (45 mins) → United States Mint (60 mins) → New York On Wednesdays, visit the Philadelphia City Hall and Love Park. Take a selfie with the iconic 'LOVE' sculpture. On Sundays, visit the Woodmere Art Museum, dedicated to the art and artists of Philadelphia.

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Professional transportations (Type of vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day) Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide) Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide Taxes and Fees

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  • Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time. Confirm with the operator after booking and check the “Meeting & Pick-up” section for details. Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks. Children under 6 may need a booster seat (rental available, contact operator).

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