Spring is in the air, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a sea of colorful tulips! From vibrant U-pick fields to carefully curated public gardens, the Philly area is bursting with blooms that are perfect for a weekend escape, a family outing, or just a dreamy photoshoot.
We’ve rounded up five must-visit stops where you can take in the beauty of tulips in full spring glory. Grab. your friends, your camera, and your love of flowers, and get ready to be vowed.
Step into a sea of over 8 million tulips for the ultimate spring day trip. Just outside Philly, Holland Ridge Farms in Cream Ridge, New Jersey transforms into the largest U-pick tulip farm in America each spring, with over eight million tulips and seasonal activities like hayrides, pony rides, a feeding zoo, food vendors, and market stalls. Timed tickets (9am–4pm arrival windows) are required, and the season typically opens the second week of April.
📆: Stay tuned, dates TBA!
Relax & Unwind Surrounded By Stunning Blooms At Cret Park On The Parkway
Located along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Cret Park is a gorgeous plaza with stunning landscape. It’s the perfect downtown location to relax a little after an afternoon of exploring the city. Visitors can stop by the on-site-, glass-enclosed Capriccio Café & Bar for not only some ice cream and sweet treats, but also beverages such as a cup of coffee, or a sprucing cocktail.
Dalton Farms (About 30 Minutes From Philly): A Million Tulips, Plus Strolling, Snapping, and Picking 🌷
If you’re up for a quick day trip outside the city, head to Dalton Farms—just 30 minutes from Philadelphia—for a springtime sea of color, with over one million tulips in vibrant hues. The farm hosts its annual Tulip Festival, pairing the photo-worthy blooms with family-friendly attractions like a playground, wagon rides, and pedal boats. Grab tickets and make a full day of wandering through the flowers, taking photos, and enjoying the on-site activities.
📆: Stay tuned dates are TBA
Longwood Gardens: Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Garden—Just Outside Philadelphia 💐
Just an hour from Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is an easy day trip for anyone looking to see more than 200,000 gorgeous tulips in bloom. Hailed as Pennsylvania’s most beautiful garden by HGTV, the 1,077-acre destination is packed with stunning horticultural displays—plus recently renovated dancing fountains that delight visitors with synchronized music and light performances. Each season brings a unique experience. Enjoy vibrant tulips in spring to dazzling holiday lights in winter, making it a perfect escape from the city.
For the tulip lovers be sure to visit during Tulip Tuesdays (April 21, April 28, May 5
10:00 am–6:00 pm).
Visit Brown Hill Farms: Pennsylvania’s Largest Tulip Field With Over 400,000 Blooms 🌷
Established in 1868 as a dairy farm, Brown Hill Farms is now the largest tulip farm in Pennsylvania. With over five acres and 400,000 tulips, their tulip fields are one of the most popular spring attractions in the region. Moreover, they also have 25,000 daffodils you can pick, too! The farm is located just a couple of hours from downtown Philly. Indeed, it would make for an excellent and colorful day trip.
📆: Tulip season dates TBA soon!
