The Valley Forge area and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is a destination familiar with the passion for personal freedom. It is best known as the site of General George Washingtons bitter winter encampment of 1777-78 where the ragtag Continental troops were forged into a fighting force that went on to win our countrys independence. Today the area, located just 18 miles north of Philadelphia boasts a menagerie of museums; abundant art and architecture; world-class shopping; and award-winning di...
The Valley Forge area and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is a destination familiar with the passion for personal freedom. It is best known as the site of General George Washingtons bitter winter encampment of 1777-78 where the ragtag Continental troops were forged into a fighting force that went on to win our countrys independence. Today the area, located just 18 miles north of Philadelphia boasts a menagerie of museums; abundant art and architecture; world-class shopping; and award-winning dining.
Outdoor art and architecture abound, especially at the numerous museums in the Valley Forge area. Fashion is often considered art and it is abundant in this shopping mecca. The nations largest retail shopping mall King of Prussia is located just one mile from Valley Forge National Historical Park, in King of Prussia.
From historic taverns and inns, like William Penn Inn and Old Guard House, to ethnic restaurants to the areas celebrity chefrun establishments, such as Chip Romans Blackfish in Conshohocken, Valley Forge has dining to please every palate.
The area is also within 30 minutes of the Gayborhood in Philadelphia.