Philadelphia Travel Guide

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Pro

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 Great History, restaurants, museums, close to New York and Washington D.C. 


Con

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 Traffic on the surrounding highways 


In a nutshell

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 Its like NYC in a way but of course my NYC is a BIGGER FISH ! 

 

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Things to Do  

Independence - Carpenter's Hall

Independence - Carpenter's Hall, Philadelphia

 81 Reviews  Revered by the American, this old (very old, in American scale) building is a landmark in their history, and a reference to democracy. Don't expect astonishing sights, just the authenticity and the respect for a short but brilliant history. 

Liberty Bell

Liberty Bell, Philadelphia

 51 Reviews  Yes, it is there. Yes it is broken. Yes it is well guarded, forcing us to the now common gymnastics of taking off belts, shoes, and everything suspicious or not. I know, that, despite having less than three centuries, it means, for the American, the same than D. Afonso Henriques sword for the... 

Hotels  

Alexander Inn

 8 Reviews and 703 Opinions  The staff were friendly, knowledgeable & helpful. Room 204 was clean and comfortable. King bed was... 

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

 4 Reviews and 625 Opinions  Located in the heart of the city, it seems that this is one of the better hotels with an ability to... 

Restaurants  

Philly Cheese Steaks

Philly Cheese Steaks, Philadelphia

 24 Reviews  Don't be surprise if you find this place with a long line even on a regular day. I once waited almost an hour to get my cheese steak which didn't bother me since I sometimes drove 2 hours from NJ just to have a taste of this. It's that good! at least for me. Don't expect to find a decent nice place... 

Continental

Continental, Philadelphia

 12 Reviews  Book ahead - this is a popular and busy venue. We had to wait for some 30 minutes. The service is good, but they can be over attentive from time to time. Good portions and menu choice - professional and young staff. try a mix of menu items - please note some of them are quite small. 

Nightlife  

Warm Daddy's

Warm Daddy's, Philadelphia

 3 Reviews  My daughter bought me a Warmdaddy's gift certificate for my birthday. They will not honor it; beyond me... I've called with no return call, emialed with no reply and went there and the manager disappeared! What a rip-off! Very poor management. Read other reviews, like on Trip Advisor and you'll see... 

South Street

South Street, Philadelphia

 4 Reviews  Ah South Street that once venerable strip of the offbeat and creative. Well if you are interested in being cast as an extra in the new Ludacris video or have an anthropology paper due on the mating habits of the Jersey cheeseball, South Street is the place for you. Go check out the mosaic garden for... 

Transportation  

30th Street Station

30th Street Station, Philadelphia

 10 Reviews  At 30th Street you will find Philadelphia's main train station. Providing SEPTA services for Philadelphia and its wider conurbation, it is also home to AMTRAK services to Baltimore, New York, Washington DC and all over the United States. NJ Transit services link this station to New Jersey, including... 

Philadelphia International Airport

Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia

 9 Reviews  When arriving at Philadelphia International Airport, follow the signs for ground transportation and you will find a desk near the airport exit with lots of useful information about making your onward journey. A staffed desk means that there is someone there with local knowledge to assist you in your... 

Shopping  

Franklin Mills Mall

Franklin Mills Mall, Philadelphia

 6 Reviews  Named for Benjamin Franklin, the mall houses 200 stores. Franklin Mills, the Landmark of the Discount Shopper, offers bargain hunters top designer names at up to 60% off designer merchandise every day — with no sales tax on clothing in Pennsylvania (Just like in OREGON but in Oregon, even colognes,... 

Reading Terminal Markets

Reading Terminal Markets, Philadelphia

 9 Reviews  I love visiting local markets in most of the cities. So, I couldn’t miss Reading Terminal Market which is the most popular market in Philadelphia(The market stands there since 1893) and the ideal place to buy/try/eat cheese steaks, pretzels etc The colorful market was a great chance for us to eat,... 

Local Customs  

Philly Facts

Philly Facts, Philadelphia

 12 Reviews  I know Philly has a bit of a rough-around-the edges, blue collar reputation, but as long as you're not an opposing team at a professional sporting event, the locals are really friendly! They don't call it the City of Brotherly Love for nothing! 

Warnings and Dangers  

North Philadelphia

North Philadelphia, Philadelphia

 28 Reviews  Let me tell you first hand North Philly is infested with trash. My husband and I transplanted here 2 years ago from Nyc and it was the worst mistake we have ever made. My husband and I are Puerto Rican, my kids are Puerto Rican and never in my life have I been more embarassed of my own people.... 

Big City Survival Tactics

Big City Survival Tactics, Philadelphia

 18 Reviews  I visited Philadelphia for about three days while on business and I have to say the city changes remarkably after dark sets on the city. During the day (especially the afternoon) there is lots of people and traffic in the Center City area (this is where I was most of the time). This made downtown... 

Tourist Traps  

Liberty Bell

Liberty Bell, Philadelphia

 5 Reviews  Many people call the Liberty Bell a tourist trap, but I cannot help but think it is because of the time spent waiting in line. After all, there is no charge for visiting the Liberty Bell. We visited the Liberty Bell in late September: perhaps it was the time of year, but there was no line, and we... 

What to Pack  

Packing Lists

Packing Lists, Philadelphia

 8 Reviews  Comfortable walking shoes. It's best to explore this great old town on foot. Wide angle is great for shots of buildings but a zoom is fun for sneaky people shots. Thanks to D for getting me to explore my old home town more closely. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens, Philadelphia

 7 Reviews  One of the world's premier destinations for horticulturists and non-gardeners alike, it encompasses 20 outdoor gardens, 20 indoor gardens, four acres of heated greenhouses and 11,000 different types of plants. Longwood Gardens is open every day of the year and attracts more than 900,000 visitors... 

Pennypack Park

Pennypack Park, Philadelphia

 4 Reviews  Many historic structures are still intact throughout Pennypack Park. In 1697, the Pennypack Bridge, one of the oldest stone bridges still in use in the United States, was built on King's Highway, now known as Frankford Avenue. The Pennypack Baptist Church, another of the Park's historic sites, was... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Phillies Baseball

Phillies Baseball, Philadelphia

 6 Reviews  After being the laughing stock of the National League for decades, after performing one of the most infamous collapses in baseball history (don't say '1964' to a Phillies fan), after winning fewer championships than the Chicago Cubs in their first 120 years; the Phillies are now HOT. If you are in... 

Favorites  

Philly Facts

Philly Facts, Philadelphia

 20 Reviews  I'm drawn to cultural treasures in every city I visit, and want to share the same when friends visit me! In Philadelphia, that means a trip the Ben Franklin Parkway is required. The Parkway itself (and nearby) is marketed as the "Parkway Museums District," so look for those signs. A great site for... 

City Views

City Views, Philadelphia

 8 Reviews  The Ben Franklin Parkway connects City Hall with the Philadelphia Museum of Art and also is a conduit between Center City and Fairmount Park. Along the way, you'll find the Franklin Institute, the Free Library, the Rodin Museum, the Cathdral of S.S. Peter and Paul and other interesting sights.... 

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