The Bride’s home is located in the “Main Line,” which consists of Wayne, Devon and King of Prussia. These three are the most convenient towns in the western Philadelphia suburbs.

Philadelphia International airport is only 20 minutes away.

Valley Forge National Historic Park, located about 10 minutes away contains a wealth of American History. The beauty of the park, historic site, picnic area, log cabins, hiking and biking trails provide the perfect setting for relaxation and fun.

The King of Prussia area is a bustling hub of activity, housing one of the largest shopping malls in the eastern United States. It offers unbeatable shopping, fabulous restaurants, and first class hotels, all within easy access of each other 25 minutes from Philadelphia. It’s becomes a destination for shoppers, who can find everything from household necessities to whimsical gifts, luxury and designer items at 450 shops and restaurants and nine major department stores in the world renowned Plaza and The Court at King of Prussia. No sales tax on clothing items either!

Only about one hour 30 minutes away, one can enjoy the many attractions that the New Jersey shore points have to offer. From boardwalks to casinos, 127 miles of white sand beaches, a diversity of seaside towns and a rich coastal heritage.

Philadelphia, 20 miles east of the western suburbs, is one of the world’s most dynamic destinations. Most famous as the birthplace of American independence and home of the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia offers a unique variety of attractions, culture and entertainment.

• Philadelphia Visitor's Guide (www.phillyvisitor.com)
• Montgomery County Visitors Network (www.pavisnet.com/montgomery)
• Chanticleer Garden (www.chanticleergarden.org)
• King of Prussia Mall (www.kingofprussiamall.com/b.html)
• Valley Forge (www.valleyforge.org)
• Liberty Bell (www.ushistory.org/libertybell/index.html)
• Philadelphia City Hall (www.ushistory.org/libertybell/index.html)

Maps:
You can either use Yahoo or Mapquest for driving directions (link to www.maps.yahoo.com and www.mapquest.com)

239 Arch Street (between 2nd and 3rd Streets)
Step across the creaky floorboards in the house where Betsy Ross allegedly sewed the famous thirteen star flag. Splendidly restored to its 1777 condition, the house gives all the flavor of the Revolutionary Period of American history.

Hours: 7 days a week, Memorial Day through Labor Day, 10 am - 5 pm. Off-season, Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm


Independence Hall
Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets

Originially Pennsylvania's state house, this Georgian building designed by Alexander Hamilton became the birthplace of the United States. Hear the echoes of the great debates which resulted in the drafting of the Constitution. Imagine yourself sitting among the founders when the Declaration of Independence was adopted.

Hours: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.


Liberty Bell
Market Street between 5th and 6th Streets

Last rung in 1846, this famously flawed symbol of freedom rests across from Independence Hall. Guides cloaked in period costume retell its glorious history. Imagine yourself among cheering throngs as the bell clanged at the ratification of the Constitution. Twelve years later, those crowds returned, weeping, as the Bell tolled Washington's death.

Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.