Getaway Guide: One-Tank Trip To Sesame Place
Getting There
Sesame Place is an easy 30-minute drive from most areas of the city. To get there, find your way to I-95 and travel north to exit 46A and follow U.S. 1 North for a half mile to the Oxford Valley exit. Turn right onto Oxford Valley Road, then right at the third traffic light (North Bucks Town Drive). Follow the signs for Sesame Place parking. SEPTA city buses service Sesame Place as well.
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA 19047
(215) 752-7070
www.sesameplace.com
Price: $57.99 2012 single-day admission/free children 23 months and younger/$52.99 seniors/$57.99 2012 Elmo's any two-day ticket
Elmo's Two-Day Ticket is a two-for-one deal that is the best bargain next to a season pass. With this option, visitors pay for a single day pass and get a pass to return for a second visit during the same season. The second day is valid any regular operating day, even if it's not a consecutive one. Elmo's Any 2-Day Ticket is not valid during A Very Furry Christmas special event, but purchase tickets for that early so you don't miss the holiday fun.
Related: Fall Fun At Sesame Place
Must-See Attractions/Events
Neighborhood Street Party
It's Sesame Place up-close-and-personal with this parade of Sesame Street characters. Guests experience an energetic neighborhood block party featuring contemporary tunes that will have everyone joining in the fun. Kids learn about letters, numbers and friendship during any one of three performances, including a night parade that lights up the sky and 11 larger-than-life floats. During the Halloween and Christmas seasons, the parades take on a holiday theme.
Sesame Neighborhood
You won't want to miss this life-size, outdoor re-creation of the Sesame Street TV show set. Have your camera ready as your children interact with their favorite Sesame Street characters and visit Mr. MacIntosh's Fruit Stand, Bert and Ernie's house, and the fire station at Sesame Street Engine House No. 1.
Dine with Furry Friends
You and your children can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with Elmo & Friends every day at Sesame Place. These meals are served inside, so there is no need to worry about the weather when you make your plans. Reservations are required for this and may be made online or by calling 1-866-GO-ELMO. Make your reservation early, as spaces are limited and sell out quickly.
The Count's Splash Castle
The Count's Splash Castle is a multi-level interactive water attraction that's perfect for the whole family. The castle features more than 90 play elements, including a 1,000-gallon, eight-foot tipping bucket, water slides, water curtains, bridges, bubbler jets and water wheels. There are countless ways to get everyone soaked here.
Elmo's World Live Show
If you've ever imagined being part of an Elmo show, you won't want to miss this. The audience is invited to participate in this interactive show to help Elmo, Mr. Noodle and Dorothy explore dance. Everyone is invited to dance and sing along as Elmo demonstrates dance styles sure to please the kiddos.
