The venue has somewhat limited parking (approx. 15 spaces) and street parking (down a bit of a hill). Anyone with limited mobility can be dropped off right at the main house and/or can arrange to VIP parking. Please contact either the Reed or Kreiser family if you think a guest will need VIP parking next to the venue. There will not be shuttles to or from the venue, but Uber/Lyft is definitely a good option, or carpooling. Hilton and Homewood is a short walk down the street from each other. Can use valet with the Hilton (not the Homewood).
By Regional Rail: there is a pedestrian entrance to the Arboretum directly across from Washington Lane Station on SEPTA’s Chestnut Hill East Line. From there, you can enjoy the pond and meadow, follow Station Road towards the Cope House and AdventureWoods, or cross Washington Lane to visit The Farm. Click here to see a walking map of the grounds. By Bus: SEPTA bus routes 18 and 26 stop on Chew Ave. and the XH bus stops on Washington Lane.
The main entrance to the Arboretum is located on Chew Ave. between Washington Lane and Haines Street. Turn into the Arboretum, bear left at the fork, and drive to the Cope House at the top of the driveway.
There is not parking directly in front of the venue (except VIP parking for those needing it). There is ample street parking available on Chew Ave., Washington Lane, and Ardleigh St, by the entrance to the arboretum.
It js a 20 minute drive to center city. 8 minutes to Manayunk – shops/restaurants 8 minutes to east falls – restaurants/shops; Wissahickon brewing company. Nearby (5 minutes approx.) - Wissahickon Park, Fairmount Park.