Overview
Bryn Mawr is in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 3 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés
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Best things about Bryn Mawr
Bryn Mawr College
Gorgeous and impressive architecture, commonly considered the second most beautiful college campus in Delaware County.
Bryn Mawr Film Institute
A nonprofit movie theater and film education center offering an eclectic mix of independent, international, documentary, alternative, classic, and new films. The Bryn Mawr Film Institute is a beautiful, restored, histori…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 23°F. Wettest: Aug and Sep. (climate data from nearby King of Prussia)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia — 11 mi away (major hub). Directions
- ILG Wilmington Airport, Wilmington — 28 mi away. Directions
Bryn Mawr can be accessed from Philadelphia by bus (via 69th St. Station), regional rail (via the Paoli-Thorndale line), or on the Norristown High-Speed Line (the purple line). It is also drivable.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Bryn Mawr College
- Lunch Hope’s Country Fresh Cookies
- Afternoon Bryn Mawr Film Institute
- Dinner Blush Restaurant & Bar
- Evening Kelly's Tab Room
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
‘Bryn Mawr’ is Welsh for ‘big hill’. It is home to Bryn Mawr College, one of the country’s top women’s schools.
Get in
Bryn Mawr can be accessed from Philadelphia by bus (via 69th St. Station), regional rail (via the Paoli-Thorndale line), or on the Norristown High-Speed Line (the purple line). It is also drivable.
See
See Bryn Mawr College
Gorgeous and impressive architecture, commonly considered the second most beautiful college campus in Delaware County.
Do
Do Bryn Mawr Film Institute
A nonprofit movie theater and film education center offering an eclectic mix of independent, international, documentary, alternative, classic, and new films. The Bryn Mawr Film Institute is a beautiful, restored, historic movie theaterKid's Saturday matinees and cult classic midnight movies run September-May. Theatre is open daily afternoons and evenings. It also houses the Café Seville.
Eat
Eat Hope’s Country Fresh Cookies
Quaint treats shop featuring muffins, ice cream, coffee & assorted varieties of homestyle cookies.
Eat Blush Restaurant & Bar
Blush's Chef/Owner Nicholas Farina creates traditional and modern fusion dishes with a distinctive flair, complemented by an extensive wine list and a full bar. Sophisticated dining in a comfortable atmosphere.
Eat Gullifty's Restaurant
Fast, fun, and friendly restaurant, great beer, extensive menu.
Drink
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