Valley Forge
in Chester County of Pennsylvania, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
40.097 and -75.470 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 40° 5' 49" and W -75° 28' 10"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:13 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:58 am and 4:39 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

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Delve into Valley Forge

Valley Forge in Chester County (Pennsylvania) is located in United States about 118 mi (or 190 km) north-east of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Valley Forge is now 07:13 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 12 airports close to Valley Forge, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Philadelphia International Airport in a distance of 20 mi (or 32 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United States is Independence Hall in a distance of 34 mi (or 55 km), East. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. We encountered 2 points of interest near this location. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Norristown, West Chester, Media, Philadelphia and Wilmington. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 10°C / 51 °F

Morning Temperature 5°C / 40 °F
Evening Temperature 11°C / 52 °F
Night Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 52%
Air Pressure 1020 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 4 km/h (3 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Scattered clouds, covering 33% of sky
General Conditions Scattered clouds

Monday, 25th of November 2024

11°C (52 °F)
6°C (42 °F)
Moderate rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 26th of November 2024

5°C (41 °F)
5°C (41 °F)
Broken clouds, gentle breeze.

Wednesday, 27th of November 2024

6°C (43 °F)
5°C (41 °F)
Moderate rain, light breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Valley Forge

Address
2,1 mi
888 Chesterbrook Boulevard
19087 Chesterbrook
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Desmond Hotel Malvern a DoubleTree by Hilton

Address
4,2 mi
1 Liberty BLVD
19355-1419 Malvern
United States

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Holiday Inn Express & Suites KING OF PRUSSIA

Address
3,8 mi
260 N. Gulph Road
19406 KING OF PRUSSIA
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Philadelphia Valley Forge/King of Prussia

Address
3,3 mi
1100 Drummers Lane
19087 Wayne
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern

Address
3,9 mi
10 General Warren Boulevard
19355 Malvern
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Valley Forge

Address
3,9 mi
681 Shannondell Blvd.
19403 Audubon
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern

Address
4,2 mi
280 Old Morehall Road
19355 Malvern
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Philadelphia Valley Forge/Collegeville

Address
4,4 mi
500 Campus Drive
19426 Collegeville
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Philadelphia Valley Forge/Collegeville

Address
4,3 mi
600 Campus Drive
19426 Collegeville
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel

Address
3,2 mi
480 NORTH GULPH ROAD
19406 King of Prussia
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Valley Forge National Historical Park

Published: March 20, 2012
Length: 08:22 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: northeasternvideos

Live like the Continental Army at Valley Forge National Historical Park. This is the video version of an article posted in Student Group Tour, a free magazine resource for anyone that plans...


69 MAIN ST, CHESTERBROOK, PA Presented by Cj Stein.

Published: April 02, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Cj Stein

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DEMOLITION KABOOM Pa 252 at Valley Forge

Published: March 24, 2009
Length: 50:48 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Joseph Ross

Pa route 252, Valley Forge Rd. over the Pa Turnpike at the Valley Forge National Park, Near Philadelphia.


Lehigh Valley Heritage at Valley Forge

Published: May 07, 2014
Length: 23:09 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: maxrailroad

While mountain biking in Valley Forge, I heard rumbling and then saw the white horse of Norfolk Southern. I was overjoyed to see that the third engine was the Lehigh Valley Heritage unit. Sorry...


Where is Sam? Valley Forge National Historic Park

Published: May 24, 2010
Length: 31:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MsWhereisSam

Valley Forge National Historic Park National Memorial Arch Valley Forge, PA.


Train by the Valley Forge Station

Published: October 23, 2014
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: lakotawolff

Train coming by the old Valley Forge train station that now serves as an exhibit building at Washington's headquarters.


Long Norfolk Southern Train Brakes Through Valley Forge

Published: October 13, 2014
Length: 25:33 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: maxrailroad

Before a bike ride at Valley Forge, I saw a train heading into Abrams Yard. With five engines and 155 cars, this is one of the longest trains I have ever seen in person! You can hear the brakes...


2 - Valley Forge Park (Covered Bridge)

Published: June 11, 2013
Length: 09:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Marks GoProCamera

Traveling through the scenic and historic Valley Forge National Park in the suburbs of Philadelphia, PA. Features a ride through the covered bridge. Also includes some surrounding areas of...


Valley Forge Celebrates the French Alliance

Published: May 05, 2013
Length: 56:27 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: vFlipDreamer

Valley Forge National Historical Park celebrates French Alliance Day (May 5, 2013)


Valley Forge Pennsylvania Real Estate

Published: February 19, 2015
Length: 39:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Montgomery County Real Estate


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania

Chesterbrook is a census-designated place (CDP) in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States, just south of Valley Forge National Historical Park. The population was 4,589 at the 2010 census.

Located at 40.0744, -75.455 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Census-designated places in Chester County, Pennsylvania

Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge

The Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge is a national, non-profit, non-partisan, non-sectarian educational organization, founded in 1949. The Foundation is located adjacent to the Valley Forge National Historical Park, near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, U.S. , and sits on ground that was once part of General George Washington's Valley Forge encampment during the American Revolutionary War.

Located at 40.1049, -75.4752 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Valley Forge, Philanthropic organizations based in the United States, Organizations established in 1949

Valley Forge Pilgrimage

The Valley Forge Pilgrimage and Encampment is the oldest annual Scouting event in the World. It was first held on February 22, 1913, and has been held every year since. The event is hosted by the Cradle of Liberty Council and commemorates the soldiers of the Continental Army who braved the winter of 1777-78 at Valley Forge. Each year more than 2,000 brave the winter chill of the Delaware Valley to participate.

Located at 40.0969, -75.4414 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Boy Scouts of America, Scouting events, 1913 establishments in the United States, Valley Forge, Recurring events established in 1878, Visitor attractions in Chester County, Pennsylvania

Washington Memorial Chapel

Located in Valley Forge National Historical Park in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, the Washington Memorial Chapel is both an active Episcopal Parish and a tribute to General George Washington. Designed by Milton B. Medary, the Chapel resulted from a sermon preached by founder, the Rev. Dr. W. Herbert Burk of Norristown, an Episcopal priest.

Located at 40.1046, -75.4376 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and monuments honoring American Presidents, Episcopal churches in Pennsylvania, Monuments and memorials in Pennsylvania, Valley Forge, Churches in Chester County, Pennsylvania

National Memorial Arch

The National Memorial Arch is dedicated "to the officers and private soldiers of the Continental Army December 19, 1777 June 19, 1778". The Arch is situated at the top of a hill at the intersection of Gulph Road and Outer Line Drive in Valley Forge National Historical Park, Chester County, Pennsylvania. The Arch was erected in 1910 by an act of the 61st Congress. It is modeled on the Arch of Titus in Rome. The architect in charge of the arch was Paul Philippe Cret.

Located at 40.0918, -75.4385 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Monuments and memorials in Pennsylvania, Valley Forge, Monuments and memorials in the United States, Paul Philippe Cret buildings, Buildings and structures in Chester County, Pennsylvania, Buildings and structures completed in 1910, 1910 sculptures, Stone sculptures

Valley Forge

Valley Forge in Pennsylvania was the site of the military camp of the American Continental Army over the winter of 1777–1778 during the American Revolutionary War.

Located at 40.0969, -75.4392 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buildings and structures in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Valley Forge, 1777 in Pennsylvania, 1778 in Pennsylvania

Valley Creek

Valley Creek is a 10.8-mile-long tributary of the Schuylkill River in eastern Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States, flowing through an area known as the Great Valley. Around 1740 a forge was erected along Valley Creek near its confluence with the Schuylkill. This gave rise to the community of Valley Forge. Later the creek powered a saw mill and grist mill there. In 1777, the forge and mills were destroyed by the British Army during the American Revolutionary War.

Located at 40.0792, -75.4611 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of Pennsylvania, Schuylkill River, Geography of Chester County, Pennsylvania

Valley Forge Train Station

Located at 40.102, -75.4601 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Stations along Reading Company lines, Valley Forge