Bethlehem By Night Motorcoach Tour
Led by a guide in colonial attire, visitors travel down Church Street through the Moravian Church Settlements–Bethlehem World Heritage Site and view decorated Historic Main Street. On the SouthSide, the tour explores Bethlehem's industrial history and passes within sight of the towering, illuminated Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces. The journey culminates with a climb to the top of South Mountain to view the 91-foot-tall illuminated Star of Bethlehem and panoramic views of the city aglow with holiday lights.
What to Expect
Colonial-narrated motorcoach tour of Christmas City USA and South Mountain.
Event Details
Duration
About 60 minutes.
Ages
8+
Neighborhood
Historic District
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
History fans and families with older children
Vibe
Historic and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: The motorcoach does not have a wheelchair lift.
Tips & Advice
- Choose this tour for guests ages 8 and older, as the organizer recommends it for that age group.
- Plan to remain aboard throughout the route; passengers do not disembark until the end of the tour.
- Meet in front of Hotel Bethlehem on Main Street, and allow time to find the motorcoach departure point.
- Note that the motorcoach has no wheelchair lift; call the Historic Bethlehem Heritage Concierge Service for help planning accessibility.
- For a custom group tour, request it at least one week ahead; custom tours are designed for groups of six or more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tour suitable for young children?
It's recommended for ages 8 and older, and guests stay on the motorcoach until the end of the tour.
Where do we board the motorcoach?
The motorcoach leaves from in front of Hotel Bethlehem on Main Street.
What will we see along the way?
You go down Church Street through the Moravian Church Settlements–Bethlehem World Heritage Site and past Historic Main Street decorated for the holidays. On the SouthSide you pass the lit-up Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces. The tour ends with the climb up South Mountain to the 91-foot illuminated Star of Bethlehem, with a view of the city lights on the way down.
How long does the tour last?
About 60 minutes, led and narrated by a Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites guide in Colonial attire.
Is the motorcoach wheelchair accessible?
The motorcoach doesn't have a wheelchair lift. The Historic Bethlehem Heritage Concierge Service at 1-800-360-TOUR can talk through the details with you.
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