"A great weekend away" Top 5 Page for this destination New Hope by kazander

New Hope Travel Guide: 131 reviews and 159 photos

I really enjoy visiting New Hope. It is a really cute, romantic, artsy little town. Lots of shops, galleries, and restaurants. Many of the resturants have streetside seating, perfect for people watching! There is a vibe here that is hard to describe. It's very free spirted.
There are also a lot of historical landmarks in New Hope. The Delaware Canal runs through here. You can go on a Mule powered boat ride down the canal.

Seasons In New Hope

lakeside scene

The first time we went for my birthday and it was the middle of July. the 2nd was in January, what a difference! The streets were empty, the stores too. It was nice not to be jostled or rushed but it was ridiculously cold. There were mini iceburgs floating down the Delaware River. A good time to go if you don't mind bundling up and snuggling with that special someone;)
I visited New Hope for the 3rd time in April. It was a spur of the moment trip, on a beautiful spring day. If I go in the fall I'll now have all the seasons covered!

I've been back so many times since I wrote the previous paragraph, but I still haven't made it here in the fall!

South Main Street, New Hope

There is a wonderful atmosphere in New Hope. I can't wait to go back

Pros and Cons

Pros:Great atmosphere, very relaxing
Cons:crowded, narrow sidewalks
In a nutshell:A Good Time!

Last visit to New Hope: May 2007
Intro Updated May 21, 2007
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Reviews (11)

right on the water Restaurants (3)

One complaint I always had about New Hope was the lack of restaurants on the river. They were few and far between, but... more travel advice

A ride on the old canal Things to Do (2)

A must see or a tourist trap? Hard to decide. It's a long slow journey for you, a boat load of people, and one tired... more travel advice

Beautiful Jewelry Shopping (2)

The Petrus Gallery is the place to go for gorgeous jewelry made with a huge array of stones such as amethyst, turquoise,... more travel advice

Cigars Shopping (2)

A little Tast of Cuba is a great smoke shop in the middle of the main drag of New Hope. A very friendly staff will bring... more travel advice

Comments (15)

KiKitC Nov 21, 2008 at 6:17 AM Report Abuse

It's been a long time since I went to New Hope. Thank you for reminding me about a wonderful trip close to home.
virtualpatrick Mar 30, 2007 at 7:01 PM Report Abuse

Don't forget about Gerenser's Exotic Ice Cream on S. Main St. Now that the weather is getting warmer I should plan a trip to Lambertville/New Hope - but not during ShadFest; too many people.
scottishvisitor Feb 20, 2007 at 12:44 PM Report Abuse

Castle - narrow street & alleyways = this place has a lot of charm - I think I'd spare the mule by not taking the boat trip
Jim_Eliason Feb 20, 2007 at 9:32 AM Report Abuse

Nice tips!
deecat Apr 25, 2006 at 9:30 AM Report Abuse

New Hope is, indeed, a quaint place. Your fine descriptions make it possible for us to visualize the unique ambience. Motel sounds cute as do the shops. The restaurants sound delicious. Thanks for this great tour.
richiecdisc Aug 7, 2005 at 4:19 AM Report Abuse

A much overlooked but thoroughly charming area. Hope to get up there in September. Hey, you missed the brewery just up the river in Milford. ;)
Pawtuxet Dec 18, 2004 at 4:57 AM Report Abuse

Enjoyed your descriptions of New Hope. THink I'll have to make a little side trip one day soon.
adventerrtravel22 Nov 15, 2004 at 8:11 AM Report Abuse

I just did a search on New Hope and low and behold the famous Kazander has been there. I have been there and it is a wonder place to visit and covered nicely by you.
Bwana_Brown Nov 8, 2004 at 2:37 PM Report Abuse

I really like the looks of that old castle just outside town! New Hope itself seems like quite a spot, a little bit of everything!
keeweechic Oct 6, 2004 at 7:48 PM Report Abuse

I only just breezed through New Hope, but what a shame and what a great town. I like the sound of that restaurant and the jewellery sounds tempting.