Skip driving and parking—board a Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours bus from Newark to the 2027 Philadelphia Flower Show. This transportation-only service is an easy day-trip option with a group discount for parties of four or more.
Skip driving and parking—board a Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours bus from Newark to the 2027 Philadelphia Flower Show. This transportation-only service is an easy day-trip option with a group discount for parties of four or more.
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Hop a shuttle from Newark to the 2027 Philadelphia Flower Show and spend a day immersed in blooms, inventive garden design, and hands-on horticulture. The trip departs from Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours at 2825 Ogletown Rd, Newark, DE 19713, USA and returns after the show from the Pennsylvania Convention Center; Philadelphia Convention Center is the meeting point. This transportation-only shuttle removes the stress of driving and parking so you can focus on exhibits. Produced by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, founded in 1829, the Flower Show has grown into the nation’s largest, long-running horticultural expo; the 2027 theme ICONIC examines gardens as cultural influence. Expect acres of theatrical garden vignettes, competitive floral arranging stages, demonstration gardens, and sculptural plant installations that pair native mid-Atlantic trees and spring bulbs with exotic ornamentals. Key features inside the convention hall include large-scale display beds, lighting rigs that change mood, and themed zones that blend soil, hardscape, and living plants. Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours runs a straightforward schedule: load at 9:00 AM; depart at 9:30 AM from Newark; buses leave the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 5:30 PM. The ride typically takes about an hour each way depending on traffic, and tickets to the show are sold separately—order in advance through https://tickets.phsonline.org/events. Rates list $55 per person for transportation only with a 25% discount for parties of four or more booked on one reservation; no proof of purchase is required at boarding. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a refillable water bottle, and a compact tote for pamphlets or plant tags—expect several hours on your feet exploring aisles of display beds. Photographers will find both macro opportunities for floral detail and wide compositions of staged garden rooms beneath the convention’s high ceilings. Pair the visit with a meal at Reading Terminal Market or a post-show stroll on the Schuylkill River Trail to extend the day. As a practical transit link to one of America’s oldest horticultural institutions, this shuttle makes the Flower Show accessible to northern Delaware visitors while showcasing sustainable planting ideas and two centuries of regional gardening craft. Plan your day: arrive at Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours, 2825 Ogletown Rd, early to secure boarding for a quick exit in Philly. Allow time for exhibit lines—popular designers draw crowds at midday. Families will appreciate kid-friendly displays and shorter demonstration sessions; seniors or visitors with mobility concerns should contact the operator in advance to ask about accessibility accommodations (accessibility information is not provided in the listing). If you are traveling with a group, take advantage of the group discount and bundle transportation savings, then spend the afternoon sampling horticultural trends, plant vendors, and live demonstrations that often include sustainable gardening techniques for urban yards.
No. This listing covers transportation only; you must purchase Flower Show tickets separately at https://tickets.phsonline.org/events.
Board at Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours, 2825 Ogletown Rd, Newark, DE 19713, USA. Load begins at 9:00 AM; departure at 9:30 AM.
There is a 25% discount for parties of four or more booked on one reservation; the discount applies to transportation only.
The ride typically takes about an hour each way, though travel time varies with traffic conditions.
The listing does not provide accessibility details. Contact Delaware Express Shuttle & Tours directly to confirm accommodations before booking.
Buses depart the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 5:30 PM to return to the Newark pickup location.
Delaware Express provides organized day trips, guided tours, and event shuttle services focused on popular Northeast destinations. The company schedules one-day experiences to iconic locations including Coney Island, Gettysburg National Military Park, Manhattan, Jim Thorpe, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, Washington, DC during Cherry Blossom time, and the Philadelphia Flower Show. Trips vary by itinerary: the Gettysburg National Military Park Guided Tour includes a gourmet box lunch and a three-hour guided tour led by a licensed Battlefield Guide; the Brooklyn Pizza Tour is a 4½-hour tasting and neighborhood walk beginning in Manhattan's Chinatown and visiting award-winning pizzerias such as Grimaldi’s and L&B Spumoni Gardens; the Coney Island day features Luna Park rides, the beach, boardwalk attractions, and Nathan’s Famous hot dogs. The “A Day on Your Own in New York City” departure leaves from Newark with convenient Midtown Manhattan drop-off and pick-up. Seasonal and special-event offerings include the Radio City Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, “A Christmas Story: The Musical” at the Walnut Street Theatre, and the Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival with live music, vendors, and scenic rides. The Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island trip includes ferry access and museum time for immigration history exploration. For the Philadelphia Flower Show, Delaware Express provides transportation-only service. All descriptions above reflect published trip summaries and included amenities as advertised for each outing. Booking information and specific departure points are listed with each trip. Customers can review itineraries and included amenities before purchase. Online booking is available now.
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