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Bethlehem carriage rides on this page were done from 2005 to 2007 in the city of Bethlehem
,CHRISTMAS BETHLEHEM CARRIAGE RIDES ARE BOOKED BY HISTORICAL BETHLEHEM BUT GIVEN BY BEE TREE TRAIL CALL TO MAKE RESORVATION FOR 2009
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www.historicbethlehem.org
Experience the holiday lights, sounds and sights of Bethlehem's Historic District while relaxing on an old fashioned carriage ride. Reservations are strongly recommended as most visitors and locals have made this cozy ride a family holiday tradition.
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What better place to experience the magic of Christmas than on a carriage ride in Bethlehem Pa.? And you don’t even have to travel to the Far East – just follow the star to Bethlehem, Pa.
Historic Bethlehem Welcome Center, 505 Main St.
Nov. 28 and Dec. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 and 26-30: 4-10 p.m.
Presented by Historic Bethlehem Partnership
Experience the holiday lights, sounds and sights of Bethlehem's old-fashioned carriage ride in the Historic District. Reservations are strongly recommended, as most visitors and locals have made this cozy ride a family holiday tradition. Pick up your tickets at Historic Bethlehem's Welcome Center, 505 Main St.
Historic Bethlehem Welcome Center, 505 Main St.
Nov. 29-30 and Dec. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 and 26-30: 4-10 p.m.
Presented by Historic Bethlehem Partnership
Experience the holiday lights, sights and sounds of Bethlehem’s historic district on a quaint wagon ride that seats up to eight people
Known as Christmas City, U.S.A., Bethlehem is a charming, 266-year-old city in the Lehigh Valley founded by the Moravians on Christmas Eve 1741. The electric Star of Bethlehem sits atop South Mountain year-round lighting the way to a city rich in holiday traditions, dazzling Christmas events and activities for young and old.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. We picked up rides across the street from Hotel Bethlehem, and this one was a set up for a marriage proposal where flowers were placed on the carriage when the couple arrived.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours is known for its warm, friendly celebration of the holiday season. On Main Street, a collection of quaint shops welcome you for a delightful shopping experience, or you can spend your day enjoying the traditions of an old-fashioned “Moravian Music Christmas” at Central Moravian Church. Stop by the Moravian Bookstore on Main Street, the oldest continuously operated bookstore in the country. The bookstore offers books, gifts, décor unique to the city, and even a café.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. We picked up rides across the street from Hotel Bethlehem, and this one was a set up for a marriage proposal where flowers were placed on the carriage when the couple arrived.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours, Other popular attractions include historic walking tours where visitors can
learn about the Moravian influence on the city, the Bethlehem by Night Light
Tours, and the Christmas Community Putz, where visitors can hear the story of
Christmas retold through narration, lights and carved wooden figurines. And
there’s no better way to complete your visit than by taking a cozy ride in a horse-drawn carriage or sleigh.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006.We picked up rides across the street from the Smithy.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours, At Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, visitors can peruse aisles of exquisite handmade
works by the nation’s finest artisans, listen to live holiday music, and sample delicious, authentic German and Austrian food. Plus, there’s a spectacular liquid fireworks display, live theatrical performances, children’s rides, and guided nighttime walking tours to see the city’s historic 18th-century buildings, and beautiful holiday lights. For information, visit www.christmascity.org or call 610-332-1300.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006.The christmas tree lighting in Bethlehem near City Hall
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours and by Night bus tours, Nov. 23-Dec. 3: Travelers can go on a relaxing ride through Bethlehem, which will be magnificently decorated for the holidays. The tour, accompanied by a guide dressed in a Colonial Moravian costume, will visit Bethlehem’s North Side, South Side and the city’s 81-foot-tall Star of Bethlehem.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006.Our Santa Claus sleigh.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours, Located in the heart of Bethlehem’s Fountain Hill Historic District, Sayre Mansion is the Lehigh Valley’s premier urban inn. Originally the home of town icon and entrepreneur, Robert Sayre, the mansion offers a glimpse of the grace and elegance of yesteryear. Meticulously restored, the bed and breakfast inn features luxurious comfort in each of the 18 guest rooms and three Carriage House suites.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006.Our Santa Claus sleigh in front of Hotel Bethlehem
Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, Nov. 23-Dec. 31: Spring and Main Streets, Historic Bethlehem. Mondays-Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Susie having a great time giving rides with the nice weather.
Belsnickel. Children of all ages will enjoy special carriage rides with Historic
Bethlehem’s own Belsnickel, Pennsylvania’s German curmudgeon who knows if you’ve been naughty or nice this year. Rides will take place on select Saturdays
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Bethlehem has some of the best art galleries.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Loading in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours in Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.for the christmas light tour of 2006. Carriage rides leave from in front of the Moravian Church.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County, around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride toursLehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Horse drawn Bethlehem carriage ride tours lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Viewing Christmas lights from our horse drawn Bethlehem carriage in Lehigh County,around Historical Bethlehem, Pa.
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Historical buildings and places you may see on your Bethlehem carriage ride. Pick up is located between the Moravian Book Store and the Moravian Church across the street from the Smithy
The blacksmith, locksmith, and nailsmith produced ironwork that was essential to everyday life in early America. Opening the doors of this reconstructed workshop brings into view the bellows, forge, anvil, and fire used by Historic Bethlehem’s resident blacksmiths to tell the story of hard work on the colonial frontier.
The Kemmer Museum is something you will pass on your bethlehem carriage ride.
This museum is the passionate expression of its founder, local collector Annie S. Kemerer, and her love of beautiful objects. Exquisite Bohemian glass, fine needlework, tall case clocks, dolls, cast-iron toys and landscape paintings are just some of the items exhibited here. Opening this museum’s door transports the visitor to a time when meticulous handwork and artistry were prized in the production of everyday objects used in the home.
The 1741 Gemeinhaus, Bethlehem’s oldest building and a National Historic Landmark, houses a museum that tells the stories of the Moravian founders. Opening the herringbone-patterned doors of this five-story log structure, the largest 18th century log building in the United States, reveals a place which served as home, school, church, and workspace during the community’s earliest days. The museum complex also includes the 1752 Apothecary, or drug store, and the 1758 Nain-Schober House, the only remaining 18th century residence for Christianized American Indians in eastern Pennsylvania, currently undergoing restoration.
1810 Goundie House, Welcome Center and Museum Store
The Historic Bethlehem Welcome Center is located next to the Goundie House where tickets can be purchased. Welcome Center offers information to help you make the most of your visit here
along with a Museum Store brimming with books and gifts such as redware,
fraktur, reproduction handcrafted furniture, colonial-style toys and games and
more.
John Sebastian Goundie, Bethlehem’s town brewer and community leader, and his family resided in this handsome Federal-style brick home. Imagine them opening their stately front door to escape the dusty, unpaved street with the noise of horses and carriages! Opening the door today reveals a new changing exhibit gallery.
The Moravian Church
The Moravian Archives in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is a major special collection of the Moravian Church, Northern Province. The Archives is located in a modern 9,200 square foot building with two climate-controlled vaults. It contains approximately 8,000 linear feet of material.
The Star of Bethlehem
Originating in the Moravian boarding schools in Germany in the nineteenth century as an exercise in geometry, the stars were carried throughout the world by missionaries and other church workers. Now, from the Himalayas to the Caribbean, the star proclaims the hope of Advent. While we are most familiar with the white star, the first star had alternating red and white points. Stars colors have also included red and yellow, white and yellow, and a yellow "starburst" with a red center.
Historic Hotel Bethlehem
In downtown Bethlehem PA in the heart of the Lehigh Valley, just minutes from Allentown and Easton, Pennsylvania, Lehigh University, Moravian College, and a 10 minute drive from the Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). It Is conveniently located in the heart of the historic district that surrounds the hotel in Bethlehem.
The wolworth Store located on main street Bethlehem in the historic district.
Frank Winfield Wolworth, who founded Wolworths stores, started importing them to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
The Brew Works
Established on April 15, 1998 by the Fegley Family, Bethlehem Brew Works successfully captured the essence of Bethlehem's steel industry in a 250 seat brewpub. Signature beers include Steelworkers' Oatmeal Stout, Valley Golden ale, and the award winning Fegley's ESB. In addition, three seasonal taps have been frequented with beers ranging from Pale Ales and Wheats to Pumpkin Ale and Belgian Lambics. Accompanying the six beers brewed right in the restaurant is a full bar specializing in single malt scotches, small batch bourbons, and specialty martinis.
The Boyd Theatre
Over 80 years old the Boyd Theatre entertainment still continues, the lehigh valleys first-run single screen cinema.
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