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Longwood Gardens – green grass field with fountain in the middle of the forest📷 Photo by James Lewis on Unsplash
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Longwood Gardens

Kennett Square, PA

Nature

Former du Pont estate with vast conservatories, fountain shows and themed gardens. Tickets are timed; book ahead for holiday lights.

Nearest town
Kennett Square, PA
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
39.8712, -75.6751
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Philadelphia/West Chester KOA HolidayMotorhome stopover
    5 mi from Longwood Gardens
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    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Brandywine Creek CampgroundCampsite
    14 mi from Longwood Gardens
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Birchview Farm CampgroundCampsite
    16 mi from Longwood Gardens
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Oma's Family CampgroundCampsite
    20 mi from Longwood Gardens
    CaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Spring Gulch RV CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Longwood Gardens
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    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Woodlands Camping ResortCampsite
    23 mi from Longwood Gardens
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Pennsylvania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Longwood Gardens?

Longwood Gardens is in Kennett Square, PA, at GPS 39.8712, -75.6751. It is about 16 mi from New Castle.

Can you camp near Longwood Gardens?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Philadelphia/West Chester KOA Holiday, about 5 mi away; within 25 mi there are 28 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Longwood Gardens?

Longwood Gardens is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Brandywine Valley gardens and du Pont estates.

What is there to see near Longwood Gardens?

Places worth a stop nearby: Brandywine Museum of Art (4 mi), Winterthur (6 mi), Brandywine Creek State Park (7 mi) and Hagley Museum (9 mi).

When is the best time to visit Longwood Gardens?

The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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