Where to Visit the Easter Bunny in Philadelphia Area

Have lunch, pose for a photo, take high tea or ride the rails with the Easter Bunny in Philadelphia and the surrounding area.

Lunch with the Easter Bunny at the 8^th District: Academy and Red Lion Roads. The 8^th Police District in Northeast Philadelphia is hosting a luncheon with the Easter Bunny as the special guest. Bring the kids for photos and Easter treats on Saturday, April 3, from noon to 2 p.m. The event is free, but parents and children must register in advance as space is limited. Call 215-637-9362 to register.

South New Jersey Malls: The Easter Bunny is appearing at three South Jersey Malls until April 3. The Easter Bunny and professional photographers will be on hand for photos at the Macy's stores at Cherry Hill Mall, Moorestown Mall and the Voorhees Town Center. Cherry Hill and Moorestown have instituted the Easter Bunny "Fast Pass," allowing families to pre-purchase Easter Bunny photo packages online at the malls' websites, and print out a "Fast Pass" to the Easter Bunny photo line, bypassing the regular customer line. Photo hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 am-9 pm, Sun. 11 am-6 pm. The Easter Bunny does take carrot breaks at 1-2 pm, and 5-6 pm.

Cherry Hill Mall, 2000 Rt. 38, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, Phone: 856-662-7441.

Moorestown Mall, 38 South Lenola Road, Moorestown, NJ 08057-1521, 856-231-4444: Besides visits with the Easter Bunny, the Moorestown Mall is also sponsoring an Easter Coloring Contest. Families receive $3 off select photo packages with a completed entry, which is available at Customer Service through March 31st. Winner will receive a special visit with the Easter Bunny and a giant Easter Basket overflowing with goodies including gift cards, movie tickets and special treats.

Voorhees Town Center, 1 Echelon Road, Voorhees, 856-772-4330: Along with the Easter Bunny, the Voorhees Town Center is presenting an afternoon of interactive family fun on Saturday March 20. From Noon to 2 pm, Animal Family Fun Day Live will present "Philadelphia Zoo on Wheels," with animals, child-friendly experts and educational objects from the Philadelphia Zoo, followed by an "Animals on the Loose" scavenger hunt in the Animal Fun Zone. At 2 p.m., the Fusion School of Dance, Music, and Acting presents Alice in Wonderland in Boscov's Court.

The American Helicopter Museum in West Chester is offering photos, activities and refreshments with the Easter Bunny for $10 on March 27-28, at 1 pm. Helicopter rides are available from 11 am-3 pm, $40 per person. Call 619-436-9600 or visit www.helicoptermuseum.org. 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA.

Tea with the Easter Bunny at the Radnor Hotel, Saturday, April 3^rd, 1 pm-3 pm. Treat your little ones and yourself to a festive Tea at The Radnor Hotel, which includes an appearance by the Easter Bunny, storytelling, craft activities, a sing-a-long and a story book gift. 591 East Lancaster Avenue, St. Davids, PA. Visit this site for reservations, pricing and menu, or call 610-341-3191.

Easter Bunny Express: West Chester Railroad: Boarding location, 250 E. Market St. West Chester, PA, 610-430-2233. Take a train ride with the Easter Bunny on March 27th and 28th, and April 3rd at Noon and 2 pm. The Easter Bunny will be on board to hand out treats to all passengers during the 90 minute round trip along the Chester Creek from West Chester to historic Glen Mills Village. Greg Wright will "workin' on the railroad," strumming his banjo. Adults, $20, Children 2-12, $12.50, Toddlers $5.

Sources: Philly.com; SJMomslikeMe; Helicopter Museum; Radnor Hotel.com; West Chester Railroad