Peddler's Village Nominated As One Of Nation's Best Shopping Centers

BUCKINGHAM, PA — Peddler's Village in Lahaska has been nominated as one of the Best Shopping Centers in the nation in USA Today's "10Best Readers' Choice Awards."

"USA TODAY 10BEST teamed with a panel of experts to nominate their top picks for the most outstanding shopping centers throughout the U.S., factoring in the variety of stores, dining and entertainment options, and overall experience for guests. Now, it's up to our readers to determine which among them will be honored as the very best."

The winner will be decided by a public vote, which is taking place between now and Monday, June 2. The public is invited to vote daily by clicking here.

Peddler's Village is ranked third among the most-visited attractions in the Philadelphia region, with two million visitors annually, according to the Philadelphia Business Journal. Only the Independence National Historical Park and Sugarhouse Casino drew more, at 4.6 million and four million, respectively. (Peddler's Village photo)

This is what the USA TODAY 10Best experts are saying about the Bucks County tourist destination:

"This storybook village is home to one-of-a-kind shopping, dining and lodging. The winding brick pathways lead visitors to their favorite annual festivals and seasonal events, making it a charming year-round destination."

Created by Earl and Sheila Jamison in 1962, the site has become one of Pennsylvania’s premier attractions, drawing more than two million visitors each year. Its historical storybook setting includes 60-plus distinctive retail shops, five restaurants, the 67-room Golden Plough Inn, and Giggleberry Fair, an indoor family entertainment center.

Other nominees include Moana Center in Hawaii, BalHarbour Shops in Florida, Belmont Park Village in New York, Branson Landing in Missouri, Bridge Street Town Center in Alabama, Country Club Plaza in Missouri, Eaton Town Center in Ohio, Fashion Island in California, Kierland Commons in Arizona, Mizner Park in Florida, Oakbrook Center in Illinois, Scottsdale Quarter in Arizona, Seaport Village in California, St. Armands Circle in Florida, the Grove in Los Angeles, the Royal Poinciana Plaza in Florida, the Shops at La Cantera in Texas, Town Square Las Vegas, and Westfield UTC in California.

The gazebo at Peddler's Village. (Jeff Werner/Patch)