A GI V Is Itors G u Id e

A guide to
local area
dining, nightlife,
attractions,
events and hotels,
as recommended
by AGI employees.
AGI Visitors guide
Visitors guide
Index
Intro
AGI wants you, our guest, to get the most out of your visit to our Exton, PA, headquarters. Look to this guide for how to feel at home while inside the building – whether you
need a cup of coffee or want a good workout – and outside the building when you don’t
feel like calling it a day yet.
The following icons might help guide your choice:
= AGI Favorite
= Happy hour, bar scene, good nightlife
We hope you enjoy your stay!
EATING with us at AGI
Breakfast is offered in the first-floor cafeteria (“Storytime”) and is served according to
a weekly schedule:
Mon.: made-to-order omelets and waffles until 7:30 a.m.; soft pretzels until 10 a.m.
Tues.: breakfast sandwiches (bacon, egg & cheese; sausage, egg & cheese)
Wed.: assorted bagels and cream cheeses
Thurs.: f ull breakfast including made-to-order omelets; French toast, waffles and pastries;
bacon and sausage; fresh fruit
Fri.: oatmeal and Cream of Wheat with toppings bar
Additionally, we have yogurt, milk, cereal, and fresh fruit in Storytime, so please help
yourself!
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Lunch is served daily from noon – 2 p.m. in Storytime and features hot selections such
as quesadillas or stir fry; pizza; soups; and full sandwich and salad bars. Every Friday,
the company convenes in Storytime as a group at noon for lunch, and directly after
we remain to listen in on a corporate update from our CEO and co-workers. Guests are
welcome and encouraged to join us!
Dinner is offered daily from 6 – 7 p.m. with fully-catered selections such as seafood,
bread, chicken, burgers, baked potatoes, hot vegetables and salad bar. Friday dinner is
always homemade pizza!
Snacks are offered throughout the building, at any time. Guests are welcome to help
themselves! In Storytime and in the small kitchenettes found on the second and third
floors, you will find a wide array including soft drinks; coffee and tea; gum and mints;
and candy. (We recommend a Philadelphia favorite – Tasty Cakes!)
FACILITIES
Front desk: A receptionist is on duty at the front desk to answer questions or grant
entry to the building from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with the exception of 15-minute unstaffed
breaks at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you need to enter the building
earlier, later or during these breaks, please tell an AGI employee and arrangements will
be made to accommodate your schedule.
Workout facility: AGI has a fully-equipped exercise room on the first floor, complete
with locker rooms and showers. Guests are welcome to use the facility, which includes
treadmills; an elliptical machine and stationary bike; free weights and weight machines;
balance balls; and special workouts. Additionally, AGI provides specialized daily workout
sessions. You do not need to sign up in advance – just show up ready to work hard!
Specialized Workouts:
Mon. – 5:15 p.m. Yoga
Tues. – 7:00 a.m. Sessions with personal trainer
Wed. – 5:15 p.m. Yoga
Thurs. – 7:00 a.m. Sessions with personal trainer
Fri. – 7:30 a.m. Yoga
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Dining
LOCAL RESTAURANTS
(Recommended places to eat in and around Exton)
Appetites on Main
Location: 286 Main St, Exton, PA, 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.9 miles; 6 minutes
Phone: 610-594-2030
Cost: Lunch/Dinner: $10-$15
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Very good pub food, fun atmosphere and nice selection of beer; TVs for
watching sports; great patio open spring through fall.
Website: www.appetitesonmain.com
Bonefish Grill
Location: 460 W. Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 3.7 miles, 5 minutes
Phone: 610-524-1010
Cost: ~$10-$30
Type of Cuisine: Seafood
Website: www.bonefishgrill.com
Sun: 11-10 p.m. M-Th: 4-10 p.m. Fri: 4-11:30 p.m. Sat: 11-3:30 p.m.
Brickside Grille
Location: Eagleview Town Center, 540 Wellington Square, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 8 miles, 13 minutes
Phone: 610-321-1600/Carry-out: 610-321-9615
Cost: Lunch: $15/Dinner: $25-$30
Type of Cuisine: American – sandwiches, salads, pastas, pizza, steak, seafood
Comments: Upscale tavern, Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Website: www.bricksidegrille.com
Buffalo Wild Wings
Location: 103 Quarry Road, Downingtown, PA 19335
Distance from AGI: 5.49 miles; 9 minutes
Phone: 610-269-1157
Cost: Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Good for watching sports or a quick dinner pre- or post-movie.
Website: www.buffalowildwings.com
Buho Mexican
Location: 115 Swedesford Road, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.91 miles; 4 minutes
Phone: 484-872-8840
Cost: Dinner: $15-$25.
Type of Cuisine: Mexican
Comments: Haven’t been, but Yelp reviews are fabulous! Expect slow service.
Capriotti’s
Location: 117 E. Swedesford Road, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.92 miles; 4 minutes
Phone: 610-363-7095
Cost: Lunch/Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: Hoagies
Comments: Closes at 7 or 8 p.m. Great gourmet hoagies. Don’t miss the Bobbie (Thanksgiving hoagie).
Website: www.capriottis.com
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Cedars Café
Location: 309 Lancaster Ave., Frazer, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 3.01 miles; 5 minutes
Phone: 610-644-5551
Cost: Lunch/Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Comments: Great Lebanese food.
Website: www.cedarscafepa.com
Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House
Location: 117 East Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Distance from AGI: 6.9 miles, 11 minutes
Phone: 610-429-4046
Cost: Dinner: $25-$35 LunchL $10-$20
Type of Cuisine: Seafood
Comments: Great oysters, nice atmosphere, non-smoking.
Website: www.docmagrogans.com
The Drafting Room
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Location: 635 N. Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 4.3 miles, 6 minutes
Phone: 610-363-0521
Cost: Lunch: $10/Dinner: $20
Type of Cuisine: Contemporary cuisine – steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches
Comments: Active bar scene, happy hour, great draft beer list, upscale tavern.
Website: www.draftingroom.com
Freskada Wood Fire Kitchen
Location: 120 Woodcutter Street, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.98 miles; 5 minutes
Phone: 610-524-1010
Cost: Dinner: $15-$25.
Type of Cuisine: Greek/Italian
Comments: Never crowded and we’re not sure why.
Website: www.freskada.com
General Warren Inne
Location: 16 Village Way, Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 5 miles, 10 minutes
Phone: 610-296-3637
Cost: Lunch: $15-$20/Dinner: $40-$50
Type of Cuisine: Continental/Contemporary
Comments: Formal atmosphere. Many specials are prepared tableside. In operation since
1745, when it was a premier carriage stop for hungry travelers. Live music
Thursday nights from 6 – 10 p.m. in the tavern.
Website: www.generalwarren.com
Green Papaya
Location: 290 E. Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.19 miles; 3 minutes
Phone: 610-280-3578
Cost: Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: Vietnamese
Comments: Quiet. Fast service. Delicious food.
Website: www.thegreenpapaya.net
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Dining
Han Dynasty
Limoncello Ristorante
Location: 260 N. Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.93 miles; 4 minutes
Phone: 610-524-4002
Cost: Lunch/Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: Very authentic Chinese
Comments: They have “Americanized” Chinese items, but the authentic menu is not to be
missed if you can handle the spice (which you can ask to have altered). Don’t
miss the Dan Dan noodles, spicy cucumbers and Chicken with Dry Hot Pepper.
Website: www.handynasty.net
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High Street Caffe
Location: 322 S High Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Distance from AGI: 7.2 miles, 12 minutes
Phone: 610-696-7435
Cost: Lunch: $10-$15/Dinner: $25-$35
Type of Cuisine: Cajun/Exotic/Eclectic
Comments: Great experience time and time again! Reservations are a must on weekends.
Excellent food and service!
Website: www.highstreetcaffe.com
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Locations: 3 W. Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380; 130 E. Bridge Street, Phoenixville,
PA 19460
Distance from AGI: 7.05 miles; 11 minutes; 11.13 miles; 20 minutes
Phone: 610-738-9600; 610-983-9333
Cost: Dinner: $15-$30.
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Good food, always crowded. Good selection of homemade beers.
Website: www.ironhillbrewery.com
Jake’s Wayback Burgers
Location: 807 N. Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 4.98 miles; 7 minutes
Phone: 484-872-8341
Cost: Dinner: $5-$15.
Type of Cuisine: Burgers
Comments: Good for watching sports or a quick dinner pre- or post-movie.
Website: www.waybackburgers.com
La Tolteca
Location: 907 High Street, West Chester, PA 19382
Distance from AGI: 8 miles, 12 minutes
Phone: 610-429-8101
Cost: Lunch: $10/Dinner: >$20
Type of Cuisine: Authentic affordable Mexican. Casual, laid-back atmosphere.
Website: www.latolteca.net
Legal Sea Foods
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Location: 690 West Dekalb Pike, The Court at King of Prussia Building, King of Prussia,
PA 19406
Distance from AGI: 13 miles, 18 minutes
Phone: 610-265-5566
Cost: Lunch: $10-$20/Dinner: $20-$30
Type of Cuisine: Wide variety of quality seafood in a nice atmosphere. Extensive lunch
menu. Private dining available. Located on the top floor of the Courtside section of the
King of Prussia Mall.
Website: www.legalseafoods.com
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Locations: 9 N. Walnut St., West Chester; 499 E. Uwchlan Ave., Chester Springs
Distance from AGI: 6.99 miles; 11 minutes; 6.28 miles; 9 minutes
Phone: 610-436-6230; 610-524-3112
Cost: Dinner: $25-$30.
Type of Cuisine: Italian
Comments: Good food, always crowded – reservations recommended. Weekly happy
hour specials until 6:30 p.m.
Website: www.limoncellowc.com
Margaret Kuo’s Mandarin
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Location: 190 Lancaster Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 3.5 miles, 7 minutes
Phone: 610-647-5488
Cost: Lunch: $10-$15/Dinner: $20-$25
Type of Cuisine: Authentic Chinese and Japanese (separate menus)
Comments: Excellent sushi and service.
McKenzie’s
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Location: 240 Lancaster Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 3.5 miles, 8 minutes
Phone: 610-296-2222
Cost: ~$10-$20
Type of Cuisine: American – burgers, steaks, seafood, pastas, pizza, salad, sandwiches
Comments: Sunday brunch, game room.
Website: www.mckenziebrewhouse.com
Peace-A-Pizza
Location: 291 Main Street, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.96 miles; 5 minutes
Phone: 484-875-5800
Cost: Dinner: $5-$15.
Type of Cuisine: Pizza
Comments: Strictly pizza (a ton of varieties) and salad.
Website: www.peaceapizza.com
Rino’s Pizza
Location: 315 E Lancaster Avenue, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.5 miles, 5 minutes
Phone: (610) 363-0515
Cost: ~$10-$20
Type of Cuisine: Pizza, pasta, Italian food, cheesesteaks
Comments: Great local pizza
Website: www.rinosrestaurant.com
Riverstone Café
Location: 143 West Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.6 miles, 4 minutes
Phone: 610-594-2233
Cost: Lunch: >$1/Dinner: $25
Type of Cuisine: Tapas, raw bar, and martini bar
Comments: Outdoor patio, great food, great service, sleek interior.
Website: www.riverstonecafe.com
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Dining
PHILADELPHIA RESTAURANTS:
Ron’s Original Bar & Grille
Location: 74 E. Uwchlan Ave., Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 5.66 miles; 8 minutes
Phone: 610-594-9900
Cost: Lunch/Dinner: $10-$20.
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Great beer selection and cheesesteaks. Broad menu.
Website: www.ronsoriginal.com
Teca
Location: 3 W. Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Distance from AGI: 7.05 miles; 11 minutes
Phone: 610-738-8244
Cost: Dinner: $15-$25.
Type of Cuisine: Italian
Comments: Great wine selection, nice ambience. Good food.
Website: www.tecawc.com
Trattoria San Nicola
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Location: 4 Manor Road, Paoli, PA 19301
Distance from AGI: 5.9 miles, 11 minutes
Phone: 610-695-8990
Cost: Lunch: $15/Dinner: $15-$25
Type of Cuisine: authentic Italian
Comments: Unique, old-world environment with original artwork. Large and small plates
to share; big dessert list.
Website: www.sannicola.net
Victory Brewing Co.
Location: 420 Acorn Lane, Downingtown, PA
Distance from AGI: 6.79 miles; 12 minutes
Phone: 610- 873-0881
Cost: Dinner: $15-$25.
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Great brewery. Good food.
Website: www.victorybeer.com
Yokohama Japanese Restaurant
Location: 10 Marchwood Road, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.7 miles, 7 minutes
Phone: 610-524-8110
Cost: ~$15-$25
Type of Cuisine: Japanese/Sushi
Comments: Hibachi-style grill, BYOB, small, family-run, great sushi!
M-F: Lunch and dinner Sat-Sun: Dinner Only
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(All locations are approximately 30 miles [40 minutes] from AGI’s Exton,
PA, headquarters)
Buddakhan
Location: 325 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA, 19106
Phone: 215-574-9440
Cost: Dinner: $30-$40
Type of Cuisine: Modern, upscale Asian.
Comments: Great atmosphere, food, and location in popular Old City area of Philadelphia. One of “America’s Top 50 Restaurants” according to Travel and Leisure.
Reservations encouraged. All restaurants in “Starr Restaurant Group” are a
good bet for a good meal and atmosphere.
Website: www.buddakan.com
City Tavern - est. 1773
Location: 2138 S 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: 215-413-1443
Cost: Lunch: $10-$20/Dinner: $20-$30
Type of Cuisine: American – inspired by 18th-century Colonial America.
Comments: Excellent soups, salads, and lots of hearty entrees.
There is parking on 2nd Street.
Website: www.citytavern.com
Geno’s Steaks and Pat’s King of Steaks
Location: 219 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone: 215-389-0659
Cost: <$10
Type of Cuisine: Steak sandwiches, cheesesteaks, and hoagies
Comments: A Philadelphia experience must! All outdoor seating. Located right across the
street from each other.
Website: www.genosteaks.com and www.patskingofsteaks.com
Parc
Location: 227 S. 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA
Phone: (215) 545-2262
Cost: Breakfast: $5-$15/Lunch: $10-$25/Dinner: $20-$30
Type of Cuisine: Traditional French bistro fare.
Website: www.parc-restaurant.com
Tequilas
Location: 1602 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Phone: 215-546-0181
Cost: Dinner: $25-$35
Type of Cuisine: Authentic, upscale Mexican
Comments: Outdoor seating available. Special “Tequila Night” tastings on select
Wednesdays.
Website: www.tequilasphilly.com
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COFFEE & BREAKFAST:
SPORTING EVENTS:
Bob Evans
Local college sporting events
Location: 303 N. Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.9 miles, 4 minutes
Phone: 610-363-0410
Cost: ~$10-$15
Type of Cuisine: American – breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Website: www.bobevans.com
The Classic Diner
Location: 352 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 2.4 miles, 4 minutes
Phone: 610-725-0515
Cost: $10-$15
Hours: 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Website: www.theclassicdinerpa.com
Cosi
1) Location: 295 Main Street, Exton, PA 19341 (610-594-1928)
Distance from AGI: 2.9 miles, 5 minutes
Cost: >$10
Type of Cuisine: Sandwiches, soups, salads, breakfast sandwiches, and bagels
Website: www.getcosi.com
Dunkin’ Donuts
Location: 318 E Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA, 19341
Distance from AGI: 2 miles, 3 minutes
Phone: 610-363-8393
Cost: <$10
Type of Cuisine: Coffee, donuts, bagels
Website: www.dunkindonuts.com
King Street Grille
Location: 182 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 3.5 miles, 5 minutes
Phone: 610-644-2644
Lunch ONLY - $10
Cost: $10-$15
Website: www.kingstgrillepa.com
Starbucks/Barnes and Noble
Location: 301 Main Street, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.9 miles, 5 minutes
Phone: 610-524-0103
Hours: Sun.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Mon. – Thu.: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Fri. – Sat.: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Parking: Plentiful and free
Comments: Good place to sit and relax.
Winner’s Circle Sports Grille
Location: 143 W. Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 2.62 miles; 4 minutes
Phone: 610-524-2424
Cost: Dinner: $5-$15.
Type of Cuisine: American
Comments: Sports bar. Pool tables, etc.
Website: www.winnerscircleexton.com
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Entertainment
Location: Temple, University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, Villanova
Approximate dates: Varies
Parking: Varies
Approximate cost: Varies, usually <$40
Comments: Good basketball city
Websites:
Temple Owls: www.owlsports.cstv.com
West Chester University Golden Rams: www.wcupagoldenrams.com
University of Pennsylvania Quakers: www.pennathletics.com
Villanova Wildcats: www.villanova.cstv.com
Philadelphia Sporting Events – Phillies, Eagles, Flyers, Sixers
Websites:
Phillies: www.philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com
Eagles: www.philadelphiaeagles.com
Flyers: www.flyers.nhl.com
Sixers: www.nba.com/sixers
Distance from AGI: Varies: ~35 miles, 40 minutes
Cost: Varies
SHOPPING:
Exton Mall
Location: 260 Exton Square Mall, Exton, PA, 19341
Distance from AGI: 2 miles, 3 minutes
Phone: 610-363-3864
Hours: Mon. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; times vary during holidays
Cost: Free
Parking: Free and plentiful
Comments: Great shopping very close to AGI; big food court; plenty of parking.
Website: www.extonsquare.com
King of Prussia Mall
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Location: 160 N Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Distance from AGI: 13 miles, 16 minutes
Phone: 610-265-5727
Hours: Mon. – Sat.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sun.: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Parking: Free
Comments: More than 400 shops and restaurants. Good food and shopping.
Website: www.kingofprussiamall.com
Philadelphia Premium Outlets
Location: Sanatoga Exit off of Rt. 422. (Take Rt. 202 to 422 Exit)
Comments: 150 outlet stores with daily sale prices. Stores include: Adidas, Michael Kors,
Brooks Brothers, Under Armour, Ann Taylor, Nike, Kenneth Cole, Neiman
Marcus, Banana Republic, Sony. Frequently hold holiday sales or special weekend
events. All sales listed online.
Website: www.premiumoutlets.com
Outlets in Lancaster, PA
Location: Various locations in Lancaster County
Comments: 200+ outlet stores offering great prices on merchandise from top manufacturers and distributors.
Website: www.padutchcountry.com
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Entertainment
ATTRACTIONS:
Academy of Natural Sciences Museum
Location: 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Distance from AGI: 29.8 miles, 34 minutes
Phone: 215-299-1000
Hours: Mon.-Fri.: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun., and holidays: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Approximate Cost: $15
Parking: There is metered street parking and several public parking lots near the
Academy: Logan Square Parking (garage); Allright/Central (lot); Central Parking System
(lot); Central Parking System (garage); Central Parking System (lot); Central Parking
System (garage).
Website: www.ansp.org
American Helicopter Museum
Location: 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA 19380
Distance from AGI: 4.4 miles, 10 minutes
Phone: 610-436-9600
Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Mon. and Tues.
by appointment only
Cost: $10
Comments: Fun museum with over 35 civilan and military helicopters.
Website: www.helicoptermuseum.org
Brandywine Battlefield
Location: 1491 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Distance from AGI: 14.4 miles, 24 minutes
Phone: 610-459-3342
Gronunds open: Varies. Check website.
Parking: Free
Comments: Brings to life the largest Revolutionary War engagement, September 11,
1777, between the Continental Army and British forces. The park has a Visitor
Center with a museum and a gift shop. On the grounds are both Washington’s
and Lafayette’s headquarters. Bring a picnic.
Website: www.ushistory.org/Brandywine/brandywine.htm - includes sequence of Driving
Tours which trace the troop movements
Northbrook Canoe Company
Location: 1810 Beagle Road, West Chester, PA 19382
Open: May-September
Distance from AGI: 13.6 miles, 25 minutes
Phone: 610-793-2279 or 800-898-2279
Comments: Canoes, kayaks, inner tubes, and splash boats for rent for long or short trips
on the Brandywine. The splash is a small, one-person kayak-like boat with
a double-bladed paddle. You will get wet in a splash. Not recommended for
children under 10 years of age.
Website: www.northbrookcanoe.com
Brandywine Valley Wine Trail
Participating Wineries: Chaddsford Winery, Kreutz Creek Vineyards, Paradox
Vineyard, Twin Brook Winery, Black Walnut Winery, Patone Cellars, Penns Woods
Winery, Stargazers Vineyard.
Phone: 610-444-3482 or 866-390-4367
Comments: Check individual wineries’ Websites for specific information.
Website: www.bvwinetrail.com
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Entertainment
City Hall, Philadelphia
Location: Corner of Broad and Market streets
Distance from AGI: 30.6 miles, 36 minutes
Phone: 215-686-2840
Hours: Mon. – Fri. once daily at 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Parking: Street parking and garages along Broad Street.
Comments: Great view. Take the elevator all the way up to the William Penn statue
Website: www.phillyfunguide.com
Crystal Cave Park
Location: 963 Crystal Cave Road, Kutztown, PA 19530
Distance from AGI: 55.4 miles, 1 hour 6 minutes
Phone: 610-683-6765
Hours: Open March 1–Nov. 30; times vary by season and holiday hours
Cost: $12.50
Parking: Free on site
Comments: Admission includes guided tour, parking, picnic facilities, video presentation,
nature trail, Amish buggy; miniature golf for $4 per person.
Website: www.crystalcavepa.com
Franklin Institute
Location: 20th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Distance from AGI: 29.9 miles, 34 minutes
Phone: 215-448-1200
Hours: Daily: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: $16.50 museum only, $22.50 museum and IMAX, $9 IMAX only
Parking: $15 for up to 5 hours - The museum’s parking garage entrance is at the
intersection of 21st and Winter streets. The height limit is 6’5”. Parking validated at the
Box Office.
Websites: F ranklin Institute: www2.fi.edu/
IMAX Theater: www2.fi.edu/theater/imax/theater-info.php
Fels Planetarium: www2.fi.edu/theater/planetarium/theater-info.php
French Creek State Park
Location: 843 Park Road, Elverson, PA 19520
Distance from AGI: 22.8 miles, 36 minutes
Phone: 610-582-9680
Hours: Daily: sunrise to sunset
Cost: Free
Parking: Free and plentiful
Comments: 7,475-acre state park with hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, disc
golf, and camping.
Website: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/frenchcreek.aspx
Hershey’s Chocolate World – Tour of the Hershey’s Chocolate Factory
Location: 251 Park Boulevard, Hershey, PA
Distance from AGI: 68.6 miles, 1 hour 17 minutes
Phone: 717-534-4900
Hours: Varies: Check Website for details
Cost: Factory Tour = Free, 3D Show = $5.95
Parking: On-site
Website: www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld
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Hersheypark Amusement Park
Location: 100 W Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033
Distance from AGI: 68.6 miles, 1 hour 17 minutes
Phone: 800-HERSHEY
Hours: Varies – Check Website for details
Cost: $52-$95
Parking: $10
Website: www.hersheypark.com
IMAX Theater
Location: 300 Goddard Boulevard, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Distance from AGI: 13.6 miles, 18 minutes
Phone: 610-337-0282
Cost: $16.00
Hours: Open on Fri. nights, Sat., and Sun. only. Check Website for schedule.
Parking: Free
Website: www.fandango.com
Longwood Gardens
Location: 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Distance from AGI: 15.5 miles, 31 minutes
Phone: 610-388-1000
Hours: Vary by season and day. Check Website for details.
Cost: $18.00
Parking: Free on site
Comments: 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. 11,000 types of plants,
more fountains than any other garden in the US, and special events and
performances. Around Christmas, the lights are beautiful. World-class conservatory & arboretum. Great garden experience.
Website: www.longwoodgardens.org
Palace Bowling and Entertainment Center
Location: 977 E Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335
Distance from AGI: 5.4 miles, 14 minutes
Phone: 610-269-9999
Approximate cost: $15
Hours: Reservations are highly recommended
Parking: Plentiful
Comments: Smoke-free. Lots of eating places right there.
Website: www.palacebowling.com
People’s Light & Theatre Company
Location: 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 3.6 miles, 8 minutes
Phone: Box Office: 610-644-3500/Main Office: 610-647-1900
Hours: Varies
Approximate Cost: $30-$45
Parking: Free. Ample parking is available in well-lit lots adjacent to both theaters.
Comments: Local professional theater company.
Website: www.peopleslight.org
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Philadelphia Museum of Art
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Location: 26th Street & the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Distance from AGI: 30.3 miles, 37 minutes
Phone: 215-763-8100 or 215-684-7500
Hours: Tues.– Sun.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fri.: 10 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Cost: $20; First Sunday of each month pay what you wish all day.
Parking: Limited parking around perimeter of museum, east of the Museum at Eakins
Oval ($7-$10), west of the Museum at the Azalea Gardens (on Waterworks Drive), and
west along Kelly Dr.
Website: www.philamuseum.org
Philadelphia Rock Gym
Location: 255 Mount Airy Road, Coatesville, PA 19320
Distance from AGI: 15.6 miles, 18 minutes
Phone: 610-466-9408
Hours: Mon. – Fri.: noon – 10 p.m.; Sat. – Sun.: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Approximate cost: $15-25
Parking: Plentiful
Website: www.philarockgym.com
Philadelphia Zoo
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Location: 3400 W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Distance from AGI: 28.1 miles, 33 minutes
Phone: 215-243-1100
Hours: March – Nov 1: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Nov. 2 – Feb.: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $18
Parking: $12
Comments: First zoo in the United States. Brand new big cat and primate exhibits Zooballoon offers a nice view of downtown.
Website: www.philadelphiazoo.org
Regal Cinemas
Location: 100 Quarry Road, Lancaster Park, Downingtown, PA, 19335
Distance from AGI: 5.5 miles, 10 minutes
Phone: 610-518-3404
Hours: Vary by movie
Approximate cost: $11.50 adult ticket
Parking: Plentiful
Website: www.regalcinemas.com
Valley Forge National Park
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Location: 1400 North Outer Line Drive, Valley Forge, PA 19482
Phone: 610-783-1077
Cost: Free
Hours: Dawn to dusk/Welcome Center: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Parking: Free
Comments: Great for exercising, nature lovers, history buffs, and scenic admirers. Nice
paved walking and jogging trails. Great place to run and ride a bike.
Website: www.valleyforge.org
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Hampton Inn – Frazer
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Chinatown – Philadelphia
Location: 10th & Arch streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Distance from AGI: 31.3 miles, 36 minutes
Hours: Many stores are open late every day.
Website: www.phillychinatown.com
Historical Old City District – Philadelphia
Attractions include: Independence Hall, Independence Visitor Center, the National Constitution Center, the Liberty Bell Center, Betsy Ross House, Benjamin Franklin House
Location: The area around S. 2nd & Market Streets
Distance from AGI: 26.6 miles, 1 hour 6 minutes
Comments: Lots of bars, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment besides historical sites.
Parking: Limited street parking; plentiful lot parking.
Website: www.oldcitydistrict.org
Rittenhouse Row – Philadelphia
Location: Beginning at Broad Street, aka “The Avenue of the Arts,” Rittenhouse Row
continues past historic Rittenhouse Park to 22nd Street, and from Market to Pine Street.
Distance from AGI: 30.4 miles, 37 minutes
Comments: Premier entertainment, business, residential, and cultural district. Nice park
with a Barnes & Noble bookstore on the corner. Great shopping along Walnut
St. Best coffee in Philadelphia is La Colombe at 19th & Chestnut streets. Wide
array of shopping, dining, and cultural destinations.
Website: www.rittenhouserow.org
South Street – Philadelphia
Downtown – West Chester
Location: Gay & High streets, West Chester, PA 19381
Distance from AGI: 7 miles, 11 minutes
Phone: 610-738-3350
Comments: Great historic town w/ lots of good restaurants and shops.
Website: www.downtownwestchester.com
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Location: Route 30 West to Lancaster County
Distance from AGI: ~45 minutes
Approximate cost: Free - Varies by attraction
Parking: Free
Comments: See Amish farms, horse-drawn buggies on the road, and Pennsylvania Dutch
cooking restaurants. Sunday early afternoon is the best time to see the Amish
out and about. Buggy rides, theme parks, museums, shops, cave tours.
Website: www.padutchcountry.com
Brandywine Valley Recreation – Chester County
Location: Where southern Chester County, PA, meets northern Delaware
Comments: Hiking, biking, canoeing, tubing, picnicking, golf, disc golf, and other outdoor
activities. Civil and Revolutionary War battle event reenactments.
Website: www.thebrandywine.com/attractions/recreation.html
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Location: 635 Lancaster Ave, Frazer, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 5 miles, 8 minutes
Phone: 610-699-1300 or 610-699-1313
Approximate cost: $129+
Comments: Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, free high-speed Internet, indoor
pool, exercise room.
Website: www.hamptoninn.hilton.com
Holiday Inn Express – Exton
Location: 120 N Pottstown Pike Exton, PA 19341
Distance: 2.8 miles, 4 mins.
Phone:(610) 524-9000
Approximate cost: $119
Comments: Recently renovated, complimentary breakfast, fitness area, local transportation available if needed and prearranged.
Website: www.hieexton.com
Sheraton Great Valley Hotel
Location: 707 E Lancaster Pike (Routes 202 & 30), Frazer, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 2.4 miles, 5 minutes
Phone: 610-524-5500
Approximate cost: $149+
Comments: Wood-burning fireplaces, historic White Horse Tavern, lounge, indoor pool,
Jacuzzi, fitness center.
Website: www.sheraton.com/GreatValley
Fairfield Inn by Marriott – Exton
Location: 4th & South streets is a good place to start. The areas between 2nd & 10th
streets are best.
Distance from AGI: 32.2 miles, 39 minutes
Parking: Street parking is always available, in addition to several nearby garages and lots.
Comments: Lots of unique stores, restaurants, and young people. Seasonal outside dining.
Website: www.southstreet.com
Amish Countryside – Lancaster County
Hotels
Location: 5 North Pottstown Pike Exton, PA 19341
Distance from AGI: 5.5 miles, 8 minutes
Phone: 610-524-8811
Approximate cost: $107+
Comments: Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, free high-speed Internet, indoor
pool, exercise room, smoke-free.
Website: www.fairfieldinn.com
Extended Stay – Exton and Great Valley
Location #1: 877 N Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341
Phone: 610-524-7185
Approximate cost: $110+
Location #2: 300 Morehall Rd (Route 29), Malvern, PA 19355
Phone: 610-240-0455
Approximate cost: $99+
Comments: All rooms newly renovated. Studio suites with fully-equipped kitchens,
refrigerators, stoves, microwaves and irons, free wi-fi, free breakfast. Petfriendly rooms.
Website: www.extendedstay.com
Courtyard by Marriott – Great Valley Malvern
Location: 280 Old Morehall Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Distance from AGI: 5.4 miles, 11 minutes
Phone: 800-321-2211 or 610-993-2600
Approximate cost: $150
Comments: Indoor pool, restaurant for breakfast, free high-speed Internet access, fitness
center, smoke-free.
Website: www.marriott.com/phlvg
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PHILLY
NOTES ON PHILLY:
Philadelphia is a great place to visit with a bustling restaurant scene and cultural attractions, complemented by scenic parks and great shopping. Many restaurants are BYO
(bring your own alcohol) and reservations at some can be hard to come by, so calling
ahead is always a good idea. Most attractions and shopping areas are east of 30th Street
and south of Girard Avenue, and many places to visit are within walking distance of each
other. It’s also easy to hail a taxi within the city limits.
If you plan to visit more than one Philly attraction while you’re in town, you may want
to consider:
The Philadelphia Pass
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Provides more than $400 of entrance fees to 30+ popular Philadelphia city attractions
Cost: $45-$115 for 1, 2, 3, or 5 days
Website: www.philadelphiapass.com
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Philly is easily accessible by train, and there is a train station very close to headquarters:
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The Septa Paoli/Thorndale train
Location: 31 N. Valley Road & Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA 19301
Distance from AGI: 6.2 miles, 14 minutes
Approximate cost: $15 or less
Hours: Daily: 11 a.m. – midnight
Comments: Runs Paoli to Philadelphia. All of the stops between are interesting. Nice way to
get to Philadelphia. Philadelphia stations to get off at are Suburban Station (17th
& Market streets) or Market East (12 & Market streets). The trains run about
every 30-60 minutes.
Website: www.septa.org
Philly is also easily accessible by car, but be sure to map your route first. From AGI
headquarters, take 202 North to I-76 East to I-676 East, and exit at 8th St./Chinatown.
Heading south on 8th will put you in the right direction of most places of interest.
Heading back to headquarters it’s usually easiest to get to 18th Street and head north to
merge with I-676 West to I-76 West.
Once you’re in the city, if you plan to park on the street, be sure to bring quarters for
your parking meter which are on until 8 or 10 p.m. Parking meters are free on Sunday
and cost 25 cents per 15 minutes on Saturday. Check all parking signs! There are also
plenty of parking garages with varying rates throughout the city. Buses run east along
Chestnut Street and west along Walnut Street. It’s generally easy to find a bus east of 4th
Street. The best thing to do is buy a few tokens at the train station for $1.45 each.
If you drive, beware the rush hour traffic – highways can be at a stand-still 8 – 9 a.m.
and 4 – 6 p.m. If you are heading to the airport, be sure to check traffic reports to
pick the best route:
Philadelphia International Airport:
Directions from headquarters heading south (202/322 to 95): Take Valley Creek Blvd.
to Rt. 30 to Rt. 202 S. (West Chester). Follow 202 S. about 5 miles and turn left onto
Baltimore Pike/US-1/US-322. Follow 322 approximately 8 miles. Merge onto I-95 N.
(Comm Barry Bridge/Philadelphia) and continue for approximately 7.5 miles. Exit at
Philadelphia International Airport.
Directions from headquarters heading north (76/476 to 95): Take Valley Creek Blvd.
to Rt. 30 to Rt. 202 N. (King of Prussia). Follow 202 N. about 10 miles and take I-76
(Devon Park Dr./I-76 E) toward Philadelphia. Take I-76 for approximately 5 miles and
take exit 331A to merge onto I-476 S toward Chester. Follow for approximately 16 miles.
Take the exit onto I-95 N. toward Philadelphia. Exit at Philadelphia International Airport.
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