Looking for a fun in the sun getaway this Summer? Bucks County, PA is the #1 destination for Summer Fun when escaping from New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C or the Lehigh Valley. With the Delaware River at the heart of Summer fun in Bucks County, PA, you will delight in a Summer getaway to one of the most romantic inns in PA. Bridgeton House on the Delaware is perched on the banks of the Delaware River in the quaint village of Upper Black Eddy. Expansive river views, luxury suites, gourmet breakfast, private screened porches, 2 person whirlpool tubs, riverside picnic spots, swimming from the dock, afternoon tea, and the perfect location offering easy access to a beaucoup of Summer fun activities. We’ve curated a list of a few (ok, maybe a lot) of our favorites to help you in planning your Bridgeton House on the Delaware Vacation.
- Tube, Kayak, Canoe, Raft: There are multiple companies offering our favorite sunny day activity including Big Bear Gear, Twin Rivers Tubing & Bucks County River Country.
- Bike or Kayak right from the Bridgeton House: Delaware River Pedal and Paddle will meet you right at the inn to start your tour. We love it!
- Take a flying trapeeze lesson: What fun! Fly School Circus Arts will have you flying high without an airplane. (No longer available at this location Summer 2026)
- Looking to actually fly high?: Sky River Helicopters & Van Sant Historic Airfield both offer wonderful opportunities to see beautiful Bucks County and the Delaware River Valley from above.
- Looking for even more lofty ideas?: Hot Air Balloon flights are just the ticket. Balloons Over Clinton, and A Lot A Hot Air will take your breath away!
- Really, really love the skys and thrilling adventures?: Garden State Skydiving will help you check this adventure off your bucket list.
- Ground Loving adventure seekers will find Bucks County Joy Rides Covered Bridge & Creek Crossing Ride offers just the right amount of exhilaration. Love driving your own car? We recommend the Stangl Road Trip or a Covered Bridge Tour.
- Art and Theater Enthusiasts will not be disappointed when they visit. River Union Stage, the ArtYard, Bucks County Playhouse, Music Mountain Theater, Sellersville Theater and the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse are all within a half hour drive to the inn with River Union Stage being walking distance!
- Pick Your Own! Nothing says Summer like fruits and veggies fresh from the vine: For the best and freshest visit Phillips Farms and Trauger’s Farm.
- According to Ralph Waldo Emerson “The earth laughs in flowers”: If you do too then we recommend visiting: Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, The Gardens at Mill Fluers, or for flowers, shopping, a drink or snack don’t miss the Black Shed.
- Love walking and/or hiking? Delaware Canal State Park, The Giving Pond, Walking Tours with Rick Epstein, Ringing Rocks, Milford Bluffs, Lake Nockamixon, Ralph Stover Park, Tinicum Park, Horseshoe Bend Park . . . How much time do you have – maybe you should book an extra night!
- Love to paddleboard? (a staff favorite!): Bring your own or rent from MMY Paddle Boards. Feeling more adventurous on the board? Book a paddle board yoga class with Miss Melanie. For more yoga adventure (minus the paddle board, but + a goat) a visit to Mad Lavender Farm or The Bubbly Goat is a must!
- Speaking of goats – why not try becoming a goat farmer for a day at Gorgeous Goats Creamery – and pick up some delicious goat cheese while you are there!
- Looking for Aqua Vitae during your Riverside getaway? Yep, we have that nearby too!: Hewn Spirits, Nomad Distilling, Descendants Brewing, Wild Fern Brewing, Great Barn Brewery, Bucks County Brewery, Odd Bird Brewing, Ironbound Farm and Boos Brewing Company are just a few places to start your tastings!
- More of a wine connoisseur? Alba Vineyards, Villa Milagro, Benduce, The Federal Twist Vineyard, Knox Vineyards and Bishop Estate are just a sampling of wineries within an hour or less drive from Bridgeton House on the Delaware.
- Charlie Chukker, Tailgating, Divit Stomps and POLO every Saturday afternoon at Tinicum Park – a magical afternoon.
- Love shopping – where do we start?: Rice’s Market, Easton Public Market, Frenchtown, New Hope, Allens, Quakertown Farmer’s Market, The Homestead General Store, Peddler’s Village you can fill a car or a truck or just pick up the essentials – whatever your heart desires.
- Go swimming or get in your daily workout at Riegel Ridge Community Center.
- For the young at heart, we recommend a day at Dorney Park or a visit to Lost River Caverns.
There is so much to see and do in historic Bucks County – you may want to extend your weekend or maybe book a week long adventure. Be sure to check out the specials at Bridgeton House on the Delaware. The Do More in 4 offers 20% Off of 4 night mid-week stays and allows you plenty of time to try some of the staff favorite Summer activities. Come learn what we already know: “Life is better on the river, especially in Summer” See you on the River!
