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Arcadia University's beautiful and vibrant campus is located in Glenside, Pa., just 25 minutes by train from Center City Philadelphia.
Arcadia is proud to call Glenside our home. From fantastic local eateries and eclectic shops to a regional rail station, Glenside is an exciting neighborhood. Located just north of Philadelphia, Arcadia students experience the best of two worlds: a major metropolitan city and a small, close-knit suburban community.
Once you become an Arcadia Knight, you’ll receive your own Knight Card that provides you with discounts to local restaurants, shops, and services. Visit the Knight Card website for a list of vendors that offer discounts.
Entering campus from Easton Rd. entrance:
Entering campus from Church Rd (Route 73) entrance:
From the North (Philadelphia, New York, New Jersey):
Follow I-95 South to Delaware. Take Delaware exit #4B (Churchman's Road). Bear right at the top of the exit ramp and proceed on Churchman's Road (Route 58) to the fourth traffic light. Make a left onto Continental Drive. Make the next right into the parking lot for 111 Continental Drive (Building is on your right). Parking is free in the parking lot-enter the building and go to the second floor, straight off the elevator to Suite 201.
From the South (Baltimore, Washington, DC):
Follow I-95 North to Delaware. Take Delaware exit #4B (Route 7 North). Stay in the right-hand lane and proceed to exit #166 (Churchman's Road, Churchman's Crossing). Turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp (first traffic light), follow to the second traffic light, and make a left onto Continental Drive. Make the next right into the parking lot for 111 Continental Drive (Building is on your right). Parking is free in the parking lot-enter the building and go to the second floor, straight off the elevator to Suite 201.
Arcadia University, 450 S. Easton Road, Glenside PA 19038
The following list provides the names and phone numbers of hotels near the Arcadia University Glenside campus. Inclusion in this list does not constitute an endorsement of any establishment. Certain hotels may offer a discounted rate to Arcadia visitors. Inquire when making your reservation.
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Arcadia University Christiana-Delaware Campus, 111 Continental Drive, Suite 201, Newark, DE 19713
The following list provides the names and phone numbers of hotels near the Arcadia University Christiana-Delaware campus.
There are many exciting things to see and do in Philadelphia. We encourage you to explore all that the city has to offer.
Some of the most popular attractions include Reading Terminal Market, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Zoo, and shops and restaurants along South Street. Philadelphia is a city full of history, found in sites such as The Liberty Bell Center and the National Constitution Center.
Go to VisitPhilly.com to learn about the above and much more, including: Philly sports teams, First Fridays, museums, music venues, theater, art exhibitions.
Arcadia's campus is situated in the heart of Glenside, PA, with easy access to local and regional public transport. Once you are on campus, there are a number of options to get around, whether walking or by bike, car, bus, train or Zip car. A 15-minute (one mile) walk to the Glenside Train Station gives you access to the world.
SEPTA's Regional Rail system is a convenient and easy way to travel from campus. The closest station to campus is the Glenside Station. The Lansdale/Doylestown, Warminster and Airport rail lines stop at the Glenside Station. Connections can be made to Amtrak, Bolt Bus and Megabus, and Philadelphia International Airport.
SEPTA bus routes #22 and #77 stop on Easton Road directly in front of campus.
More information on public transportation.
Taxi service in Glenside should be arranged in advance or use the Uber app to request a car from your smartphone.
Bike racks are outside most buildings at Arcadia. If you bring your bike to campus, make sure you lock it to one of the bolted campus locations.