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Borough in Pennsylvania, US
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Swarthmore is a small borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States.
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A liberal arts college located in the heart of Swarthmore. Swarthmore College has been named a "Little Ivy" by various college guides, and is ranked third best Liberal Arts College in the United States by US News and Report. The school also maintains the 357-acre Scott Arboretum, a beautiful park open to the public without charge. There are also frequent musical and theatrical performances that are open to the public free of charge.
Asian restaurant serving Chinese, Japanese, and Thai food. Popular with Swarthmore College students.
A pizzeria located in the "village" of Swarthmore.
Local pizza restaurant with a family friendly atmosphere.
A coffee shop and breakfast joint.
A diner.
A Mediterranean restaurant serving Greek, Afghan, and Middle-Eastern food.
A grocery store specializing in high-quality (but expensive) food. Owned by community members as a Co-Op.
By bus
SEPTA Route 109 bus connecting Upper Darby and Chester stops along Chester Road.
By train
SEPTA Regional Rail trains (Media/Elwyn Line) stop at Swarthmore Station, located in the heart of the village
By plane
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is minutes from Swarthmore and is served by taxis and the SEPTA Airport Regional Rail Line.
Swarthmore is a small, compact borough where walking and/or biking is a viable option. There is a Philly CarShare spot located at the train station.
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