Things to Do in Philadelphia

500 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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In 1751, William Penn asked that the new bell being cast for the Pennsylvania Statehouse be engraved with ... more

 Real Travelers who've been to Liberty Bell

BrownFamily in Day 7 - See the Liberty Bell - Was Ben from here? said

… Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.… continue reading »

239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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... actually owned the house, Betsy and her husband, John, rented this little house and ran their upholstery business here from 1773 to 1786. Vistors can meet Betsy Ross - played by a costumed actor - and learn what life was li... more

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Boehmers on the Road in Historic Significance said

… and Betsy Ross' House. We visited Valley Forge on Veterans Day, stumbled onto a tour being conducted for a group of Vets… continue reading »

11 E Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19118

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... Collection houses more than 2500 works of art, much of it celebrating the art and artists of the Philadelphia region. Nine galleries and salons including a grand rotunda and a uniquely designated ChildrenÂs Gallery provide... more

3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Established in the early 1800s, the Philadelphia Zoo is the oldest of its kind in ... more

 Real Travelers who've been to Philadelphia Zoo

IUP Cook Honors College in Urban Seminar Journal said

… to the Constitution Center to see the Liberty Bell, etc, but I actually went to the Philadelphia Zoo. I was very confused last night… continue reading »

222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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... children's section of the Philadelphia City Institute has an excellent collection of storybooks in foreign languages, including Russian, German, Hebrew, Spanish, and Chinese. The branch also has a very busy programming sche... more

100 Elfreths Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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... 1702. Oldest Residential Street in the US. In the mid- 18th century, Jeremiah Elfreth, the Alley' s namesake and a blacksmith along 2nd Street, was the largest property owner. As such, he rented many of the homes ... more

4231 N Concourse Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131

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... award- winning childrenÂs museum is fun- filled, totally hands- on, and so delightful that adults are entertained, too. Each nook and cranny has a different theme  The museum has a full schedule of craft activities and ... more

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shira in From Allentown to PHL/PHL to Allentown said

… was 20 years older. I took him to the Please Touch Museum where he did indeed touch just about everything there. He also put a lot… continue reading »

500 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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... estimate, Independence Hall is the epicentral birthplace of the US. Within its walls, the Declaration of Independence was adopted. It was here that the Constitution of the United States was debated and signed.Guided tours a... more

 Real Travelers who've been to Independence Hall

BrownFamily in Day 7 - See the Liberty Bell - Was Ben from here? said

… Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.… continue reading »

200 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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This passenger ferry makes a 12-minute trip across the Delaware River; it travels back and forth between ... more

210 W Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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... Square is a three star restaurant in Philadelphia. This restaurant is expensive. It's known for its eclectic offerings. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll ... more

 Real Travelers who've been to Washington Square

Louis in good old gordon said

… tourist trail and followed my nose and eventually got to Washington square and then finally on to the Independence historic site… continue reading »