Head to the cosy city of Elkins Park
Enjoy the temples and other features of Elkins Park. This city's ice skating, basketball games and wildlife draw many visitors. Philadelphia Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Convention Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Elkins Park
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Elkins Park a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sesame Place (15.4 mi / 24.8 km)
- Philadelphia Zoo (7.9 mi / 12.8 km)
- RiverLink Ferry (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
- Adventure Aquarium (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
- South Philadelphia Sports Complex (11.8 mi / 19.1 km)
Exploring the natural features in Elkins Park
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Elkins Park is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Morris Arboretum (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- Fairmount Park (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Delaware River (8.3 mi / 13.3 km)
- Schuylkill River Trail (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Washington Square Park (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
- Cooper River Park (10.5 mi / 17 km)
Travelling to and around Elkins Park
The nearest airport is in Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), located 6 mi (9.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), which is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, make your way to Philadelphia Elkins Park Station or Philadelphia Melrose Park Station to see more of the city.