FAQ for Visitors
General questions
Valley Forge National Historical Park
How do I get to the Valley Forge/Montgomery County area?I'd like to hold a meeting, picnic, event or wedding in the park, or, I'd like to take wedding pictures or conduct commercial filming/photography in the park. What needs to be done?
The Valley Forge National Historical Park has a special use permitting process (SUP) for these events. Go to their special use permit page to learn more. Please note it can take up to 30 days to process.
What are the hours for the Valley Forge National Historical Park, and, are there entrance fees to use the park?
The Valley Forge National Historical Park's Visitor Center is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, go to our park section, or go to their website at (website). All park facilities at Valley Forge are available at no charge. However, please note that weddings, events, picnics and filming/photography require a special use permit (SUP).
How do I get to the Valley Forge National Historical Park?
Go to Valley Forge National Historical Park's directions page
Are there tours at the park?
There are many different ways to explore the Park. There is a 10-mile self-guided driving tour, 60 minute audio tour, ranger-led walking tours, after-hours tours, Tours at Washington's Headquarters, 90-minute trolley tours and cell phone tours. Begin your Park visit in the Visitor Center to discover all of your options.
To speak with a Visitor Center representative for specialized trip planning assistance, call 610.783.1099.
Go to our directions page.
What is the nearest airport and train station to the Valley Forge/Montgomery County area?
The Philadelphia International Airport (website) and Amtrak’s 30th Street Station (website) are the nearest airport and train station.
Is there public transportation available?
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) provides public transportation throughout the region. View bus schedule.
Please be aware that various area attractions are spread throughout the region; driving your own vehicle or renting a vehicle is highly recommended.
Where can I learn more about things to do and places to eat, shop or visit in the Valley Forge/Montgomery County area?
How do I make reservations at area hotels?Things to do
Places to shop
Places to eat
Places to stay
Events calendarYou can book at our online reservations page.
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks (website)
How do I get to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center?
Note that GPS devices may not pick up the Expo Center. Please print these directions out or go to their calendar page
How do I learn more about upcoming events at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center?
Go online to their calendar page or call 484.754.3976 for the latest show information.
The Valley Forge Convention Center (website)
How do I get to the Valley Forge Convention Center?
Go to the Valley Forge Convention Center's directions page.
How do I learn more about upcoming events at the Valley Forge Convention Center?
Go to the Valley Forge Convention Center's online calendar page
