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Before you go
Your trip to Kennett Square.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Kennett Square – Pennsylvania Destination Brandywine Valley
How to get there
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Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) 50 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
By car, about 25 km from Wilmington and 60 km from Philadelphia via US-1. PHL airport is about 50 km away. Regional buses connect the town with Wilmington.
How many days
One day allows you to see Longwood Gardens and the Wyeth museum; for Longwood’s nighttime fountain shows or the Christmas display, add an overnight stay.
When to go
Spring and autumn for gardens and countryside walks; summer for Longwood’s fountain shows; late November to early January for the Christmas lights. The mushroom festival usually takes place in September.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes. Longwood Gardens and Chadds Ford are outside town, and public transport is limited.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Kennett Square
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Morning
Longwood Gardens
Start with the conservatory and the flower gardens; allow time for the fountain garden.
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Afternoon
Brandywine Museum of Art
Continue to Chadds Ford to see the Wyeth works in the former riverside mill and walk the riverbank trail.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Kennett Square?
Visit Longwood Gardens, the Brandywine Museum of Art in Chadds Ford, and stroll State Street, the main street, with shops and restaurants.
Why is Kennett Square called the mushroom capital?
The region has concentrated mushroom farms since the late 19th century and produces a large share of the country’s mushrooms. In September the town usually holds a festival dedicated to them.
How far is Kennett Square from Longwood Gardens?
About 5 km, or less than a 10-minute drive via US-1.
What time zone is Kennett Square in?
Kennett Square follows Eastern Time: UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 in daylight saving time, from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.