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Posted in Philadelphia December 16, 2017 by Kim Magaraci

The Castle Near Philadelphia That Is Hiding In Plain Sight

You may have heard of Philadelphian Horace Trumbauer, who designed the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the New York Evening Post Building. Long before those buildings came to life, Trumbauer designed a gorgeous castle in the Philadelphia suburbs in 1893 inspired by England’s Alnwick Castle.

This aerial view of Grey Towers Castle shows how the magnificent estate looks 1928

Grey Towers is currently a part of Arcadia University, in Glenside, PA.

The Porte-Cochere at the entrance is now a landmark, and one of the most photographed places on Arcadia's campus.

Grey Towers' Castle Lawn has been a popular spot for students to relax, study, and enjoy the weather for decades.

This view of Grey Towers from 1923 shows what the lawn looked before the Alumni Walk of Pride was installed.

In the springtime, the Castle is a beautiful backdrop to a gorgeous campus.

Grey Towers Castle is a dormitory (lucky students!) and hosts elegant events all year long.

Grey Castle's Mirror Room was a mail-order ballroom, created in France and shipped (along with the workers!) to Pennsylvania to install it.

One of the most impressive parts of the castle is the Grand Stairway that leads from the Great Hall to the Music Room.

Grey Tower is a part of everyday life at Arcadia, but Philadelphians rarely get to explore this regal estate.

Visit Grey Towers Castle at 450 S. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038.

Pennsylvania is full of gorgeous castles hiding in plain sight! What is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!

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Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com