Best of Bala Cynwyd, PA
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Bala Cynwyd, PA — mapped and organized by category.
About Bala Cynwyd
Bala Cynwyd is a community and census‑designated place in Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania. It lies within the Philadelphia metropolitan area and sits on the Philadelphia Main Line. A visitor might not know that it borders the western edge of Philadelphia at U.S. Route 1.
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Johnson House Historic Site
Johnson House Historic Site is an attraction located at 6306 Germantown Avenue. It is operated today as a museum open to the public.
It is a contributing property of the Colonial Germantown Historic District.
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Best Hotels in Bala Cynwyd
2 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Chamounix Mansion
Chamounix Mansion at 3250 Chamounix Drive in Fairmount Park offers a historic stay with views of the surrounding parkland.
Best Restaurants in Bala Cynwyd
115 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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All Day Hoagies and Ice Cream
All Day Hoagies and Ice Cream serves sandwiches and ice cream in the Fairmount neighborhood.
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Ardmore Station Cafe
Ardmore Station Cafe is a restaurant located in the Hamilton Court neighborhood.
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Baby's Kusina + Market
Baby's Kusina + Market offers Asian cuisine in the Fairmount neighborhood.
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Buena Vista
Buena Vista is a Mexican restaurant located in the Hamilton Court neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Bala Cynwyd
26 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Valerio Coffee Roasters
Valerio Coffee Roasters is a café located at 4373 Main Street.
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Together Skateboarding & Café
Together Skateboarding & Café is located at 1301 North 27th Street.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Bala Cynwyd
44 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Great American Pub
Great American Pub is a bar located in the Shortridge neighborhood.
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Local Wine & Kitchen
Local Wine & Kitchen is a bar located in the Hamilton Court neighborhood.
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Manayunk Brewing Company
Manayunk Brewing Company is a bar located in the neighborhood of Manayunk.
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Tired Hands Fermentaria
Tired Hands Fermentaria is a bar located in the Hamilton Court neighborhood.
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United States Hotel Bar & Grill
United States Hotel Bar & Grill is a bar serving American cuisine in the Manayunk neighborhood.
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Lucky's Last Chance
Lucky's Last Chance is a bar located in the Manayunk neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Bala Cynwyd
17 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Axiom Contemporary
Axiom Contemporary is an attraction located in the Hamilton Court area.
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Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion
The Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion is a historic house located in the West Central Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia.
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Germantown White House
The Germantown White House is a historic mansion located in the Germantown - Penn Knox neighborhood of Philadelphia.
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Johnson House Historic Site
Johnson House Historic Site is an attraction located at 6306 Germantown Avenue. It is operated today as a museum open to the public.
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Rittenhouse Homestead
Rittenhouse Homestead is an attraction located in West Central Germantown.
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Soft Illusions Fine Art Gallery
Soft Illusions Fine Art Gallery is an attraction located in the Manayunk neighborhood.
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Black Writers Museum
The Black Writers Museum is an attraction located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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Laurel Hill Cemetery Gatehouse
The Laurel Hill Cemetery Gatehouse is located in the Allegheny West neighborhood.
Best Shops in Bala Cynwyd
66 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Lilly Pulitzer
Lilly Pulitzer is a shop located in the Hamilton Court neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Bala Cynwyd
93 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Hansberry Garden & Nature Center
Hansberry Garden & Nature Center is a park located in Southwest Germantown.
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Kendrick Recreation Center
Kendrick Recreation Center is a public park located in the Roxborough neighborhood.
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Overbrook Environmental Education Center
Overbrook Environmental Education Center is a park located in the Overbrook neighborhood.
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Fairview Park
Fairview Park offers a peaceful green space within the Manayunk neighborhood.
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Germany Hill
Germany Hill offers a tranquil park setting in the Germany Hill neighborhood.
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Kelly Park
Kelly Park is a public park located in the Germany Hill neighborhood.
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Roxborough Presbyterian Community Garden
Roxborough Presbyterian Community Garden is a public park located in Upper Roxborough.
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