Choose a vacation rental for your Glenside getaway
Experience the unique character of Glenside with a stay in a vacation home rental. This city is well-known for its restaurants and shopping. Pennsylvania Convention Center and Citizens Bank Park are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, Vrbo has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Glenside
Do you want to find top things to see and do in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Glenside a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Sesame Place (16 mi / 25.7 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (6.9 mi / 11.1 km)
- Philadelphia Zoo (9.2 mi / 14.7 km)
- Elmwood Park Zoo (10.1 mi / 16.2 km)
- RiverLink Ferry (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Adventure Aquarium (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Glenside
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Glenside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Morris Arboretum (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Morris Arboretum (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Fairmount Park (8.3 mi / 13.3 km)
- Fairmount Waterworks Drive (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Schuylkill River Trail (10 mi / 16.1 km)
- Delaware River (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
Transportation options to and around Glenside
Fly into Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), the closest airport, located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is 7.7 mi (12.5 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Philadelphia Glenside Station, Glenside Ardsley Station and Philadelphia Glenside North Hills Station are the main stations in the area.