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Lansdowne, PennsylvaniaLansdowne
Spend a half‑day walking historic districts and parks; stay in nearby Upper Darby or Philadelphia.
Lansdowne is a 1.2 sq mi borough 30 min from Philadelphia with historic homes, several parks and a 1760s sycamore tree. It has no hotels, so most visitors treat it as a quick stop while staying in the surrounding suburbs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, limited indoor cooling)
- Airport
- PHL
- Nights
- 0
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Lansdowne, Pennsylvania911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyLansdowne is a low‑crime residential borough; main safety concerns are traffic and limited nighttime services.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPHL Philadelphia International Airport (30 min drive or SEPTA Regional Rail to Lansdowne).
- Getting aroundSEPTA 101 Media and 102 Sharon Hill trolleys, Route 30 bus, and Media/Elwyn Line train serve Lansdowne; walking is best for historic districts.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–3
- Street or quick mealPizza slice$3–5
- BeerBeer (draft) at a bar$5–7
- Budget bedBudget hotel in Upper Darby, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel in Upper Darby, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedBudget hotel in Upper Darby, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$55 · High US$80
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport (30 min drive or SEPTA Regional Rail to Lansdowne)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Feb
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5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
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Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
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5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest May (10 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Lansdowne, Pennsylvania: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
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Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
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Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
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May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
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Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
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Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
SEPTA 101 Media and 102 Sharon Hill trolleys, Route 30 bus, and Media/Elwyn Line train serve Lansdowne; walking is best for historic districts.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Philadelphia
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
SEPTA Regional Rail from Lansdowne Station, about 30 min
Visit museums, dining and nightlife; return same day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Upper Darby hotels
Several budget and mid‑range hotels 5 min drive; good for overnight stay.
Philadelphia downtown hotels
30 min transit; wide range of options.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–45 excl. bed
- Mid
- $45–70 excl. bed
- High
- $70+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel in Upper Darby1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$55 | US$55 |
| SEPTA Regional Rail round‑trip1 × US$8 · check | US$8 |
| eSIM data (7 days)1 × US$15 · check | US$15 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$20 |
| Trip total≈ US$218 per person per day, bed included | US$218 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–3 |
| Pizza slice | $3–5 |
| Beer (draft) at a bar | $5–7 |
| SEPTA fare (single ride)check | $2.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Lansdowne is a dry town – no bars; nightlife is in Philadelphia.
- Parking can be limited near the historic districts on weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
U.S. citizens can contact the nearest U.S. Consulate in Philadelphia.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Lansdowne ↔ Philadelphia (SEPTA): about $2.50 each way (check)
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- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Danke — Thank you (Danke)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Wo ist die Toilette? — Where is the restroom? (Wo ist die Toilette?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Lansdowne, Pennsylvania. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, limited indoor cooling) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a hotel stay in Upper Darby for night‑cap.
- Include a Philadelphia day‑trip itinerary.
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