Guidebook for Philadelphia
Food Scene
This upscale, BYOB eatery in a former Victorian home offers avant-garde New Nordic cuisine, focusing heavily on using solely seasonally relevant ingredients that are sourced locally - often within a few blocks of the restaurant. Please note: Reservation may be required
http://www.marigoldkitchenbyob.com
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Marigold Kitchen
This upscale, BYOB eatery in a former Victorian home offers avant-garde New Nordic cuisine, focusing heavily on using solely seasonally relevant ingredients that are sourced locally - often within a few blocks of the restaurant. Please note: Reservation may be required
http://www.marigoldkitchenbyob.com
Indulge in authentic Lebanese Flatbreads from Manakeesh's open flame oven, juicy char-broiled kebabs from their wood-fired grill, or treat yourself to the large variety of baklava and other traditional sweets made in house!
https://www.manakeeshcafe.com
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Manakeesh Cafe Bakery & Grill
4420 Walnut StIndulge in authentic Lebanese Flatbreads from Manakeesh's open flame oven, juicy char-broiled kebabs from their wood-fired grill, or treat yourself to the large variety of baklava and other traditional sweets made in house!
https://www.manakeeshcafe.com
Whether you need a moment of zen, a pick-me-up cup 'o joe, or a delectable sweet treat, you're sure to enjoy their organic, fairly-traded coffee and quick bites in a welcoming atmosphere! http://greenlinecafe.com/
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The Green Line Cafe
4426 Locust StWhether you need a moment of zen, a pick-me-up cup 'o joe, or a delectable sweet treat, you're sure to enjoy their organic, fairly-traded coffee and quick bites in a welcoming atmosphere! http://greenlinecafe.com/
If you can't make up your mind, you want Accu Pizza! They have a large menu sure to have something you'll love. Consistent quality and good service are always worth it, but it's just down the block making the convenience unbeatable!
Accu Pizza
4802 Spruce StIf you can't make up your mind, you want Accu Pizza! They have a large menu sure to have something you'll love. Consistent quality and good service are always worth it, but it's just down the block making the convenience unbeatable!
Started as a Halal Lunch truck in University City but became something much bigger. A busy eatery that attracts all walks of life even though not requiring halal. Please note, they will be closed during the month of Ramadan.
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Saad's Halal Restaurant
4500 Walnut StStarted as a Halal Lunch truck in University City but became something much bigger. A busy eatery that attracts all walks of life even though not requiring halal. Please note, they will be closed during the month of Ramadan.
A South Korean-based international fried chicken restaurant franchise that recently came to Philadelphia. This is their second location. At night, you are able to enjoy karaoke downstairs!
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Bonchon - Philadelphia
1020 Cherry StA South Korean-based international fried chicken restaurant franchise that recently came to Philadelphia. This is their second location. At night, you are able to enjoy karaoke downstairs!
The only tourist eatery worth stopping by. Their steaks are talked about for a reason.
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Jim's Steaks
400 N 62nd StThe only tourist eatery worth stopping by. Their steaks are talked about for a reason.
If you're looking for a great hoagie, look no further! Primo's has multiple locations around Philadelphia and the surrounding area so you're sure to find one convenient to you.
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PrimoHoagies
1528 W Ritner StIf you're looking for a great hoagie, look no further! Primo's has multiple locations around Philadelphia and the surrounding area so you're sure to find one convenient to you.
Drinks & Nightlife
Near beautiful Clark Park, Clarkville delivers delish comfort food and is known for their pizza and beer. With upstairs & downstairs seating, we appreciate the service, the happy hour, and the views!
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Clarkville
4301 Baltimore AveNear beautiful Clark Park, Clarkville delivers delish comfort food and is known for their pizza and beer. With upstairs & downstairs seating, we appreciate the service, the happy hour, and the views!
The Bar(n) is a fun neighborhood bar where an eclectic clientele gathers to play pool, watch sports, and eat good food.
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The Bar(n)
4901 Catharine StThe Bar(n) is a fun neighborhood bar where an eclectic clientele gathers to play pool, watch sports, and eat good food.
Dock Street Brewery is Philadelphia's First microbrewery, Est. 1985. We are known for their award-winning beers like our Man Full of Trouble Porter. They add a couple of new beers a week to the tap and can lineup each week, so there's always something new, delicious, and timely - cue some solid, award-winning dark beers for winter, refreshing weisse beers for summer, and everything in between.
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Dock Street Brewing Co
701 S 50th StDock Street Brewery is Philadelphia's First microbrewery, Est. 1985. We are known for their award-winning beers like our Man Full of Trouble Porter. They add a couple of new beers a week to the tap and can lineup each week, so there's always something new, delicious, and timely - cue some solid, award-winning dark beers for winter, refreshing weisse beers for summer, and everything in between.
Serving the same acclaimed Asian food and drinks by Chef Schulson that have made Sampan instantly popular.
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Yellow Juice Bar
2046 Sansom StServing the same acclaimed Asian food and drinks by Chef Schulson that have made Sampan instantly popular.
DJs set the scene for dance parties along with frequent live bands at this cash-only club.
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The Barbary
951 Frankford AveDJs set the scene for dance parties along with frequent live bands at this cash-only club.
Cuba Libre opened its first location in Old City, Philadelphia in 2000, giving guests a passport to Cuba's intriguing flavors and culture. The cuisines of different ethnicities have been gently simmered in the cultural cauldron of Cuba to create what is now the Criollo (home-style) cuisine of the island. They often have free or low-cost dance events!
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Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar - Philadelphia
10 S 2nd StCuba Libre opened its first location in Old City, Philadelphia in 2000, giving guests a passport to Cuba's intriguing flavors and culture. The cuisines of different ethnicities have been gently simmered in the cultural cauldron of Cuba to create what is now the Criollo (home-style) cuisine of the island. They often have free or low-cost dance events!
During the day it is a creperie while at night a bar! Often has a DJ and special events such as free salsa dancing and special guests!
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Creperie Beau Monde & L'Etage
624 S 6th StDuring the day it is a creperie while at night a bar! Often has a DJ and special events such as free salsa dancing and special guests!
Small size bar with 150 craft beer cans & bottles, plus 2 drafts. 80 Whiskeys, focusing on Bourbon & Rye. They also have original & classic craft cocktail, sipping rums, tequilas, mezcals, and brandys.
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Fiume
229 S 45th StSmall size bar with 150 craft beer cans & bottles, plus 2 drafts. 80 Whiskeys, focusing on Bourbon & Rye. They also have original & classic craft cocktail, sipping rums, tequilas, mezcals, and brandys.
Parks & Nature
Established in 1895, Clark Park's beauty encompasses more than 300 trees, over nine acres. The park offers a basketball court, an open field, a playground, statues, and several paths. It also hosts various events, such as music and arts festivals and a seasonal weekly farmers market! http://www.friendsofclarkpark.org
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Clark Park
4300-4398 Baltimore AveEstablished in 1895, Clark Park's beauty encompasses more than 300 trees, over nine acres. The park offers a basketball court, an open field, a playground, statues, and several paths. It also hosts various events, such as music and arts festivals and a seasonal weekly farmers market! http://www.friendsofclarkpark.org
Malcolm X Memorial Park is home to more than 100 towering oaks, two elaborate children's play areas, and dozens of comfortable benches and tables for relaxing and meeting, across six acres and serves as a hub of activity for our diverse West Philadelphia neighborhood. http://malcolmxphl.org
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Парк Малкольм Ікс
5100 Pine StMalcolm X Memorial Park is home to more than 100 towering oaks, two elaborate children's play areas, and dozens of comfortable benches and tables for relaxing and meeting, across six acres and serves as a hub of activity for our diverse West Philadelphia neighborhood. http://malcolmxphl.org
With more than 2000 acres of rolling hills, gentle trails, relaxing waterfront and shaded woodlands, Fairmount Park keeps a wealth of natural landscapes within easy reach of the city. https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/fairmount-park
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Fairmount Park Horticulture Center
100 N Horticultural DrWith more than 2000 acres of rolling hills, gentle trails, relaxing waterfront and shaded woodlands, Fairmount Park keeps a wealth of natural landscapes within easy reach of the city. https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/fairmount-park
The traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden reflect the history of Japanese culture in the city.
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Японський будинок та сад Шофусо
Horticultural DriveThe traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden reflect the history of Japanese culture in the city.
One of five public squares laid out by William Penn in his original plan for Philadelphia. There is something for everyone within its eight-acre grounds such as mini-golf and a carousel for the kids! There are often special exhibits during the spring and summer like the Chinese Latern Festival!
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Франклін Сквер
200 N 6th StOne of five public squares laid out by William Penn in his original plan for Philadelphia. There is something for everyone within its eight-acre grounds such as mini-golf and a carousel for the kids! There are often special exhibits during the spring and summer like the Chinese Latern Festival!
Schuylkill River Park
300 South 25th StreetGreat outdoor space to run, bike, or simply people-see.
A spacious park with trees, plants, and places to relax and take in the views. The Rail Park also connects to Philadelphia’s vibrant Chinatown, a neighborhood filled with restaurants and businesses that represent Hong Kong, Cantonese, Fujianese, Northern Sichuan, and Taiwanese cultures, as well as a sprinkling of Korean, Thai, Malaysian, Burmese, Vietnamese and American.
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The Rail Park
1150 N Broad StA spacious park with trees, plants, and places to relax and take in the views. The Rail Park also connects to Philadelphia’s vibrant Chinatown, a neighborhood filled with restaurants and businesses that represent Hong Kong, Cantonese, Fujianese, Northern Sichuan, and Taiwanese cultures, as well as a sprinkling of Korean, Thai, Malaysian, Burmese, Vietnamese and American.
Essentials
Mariposa Food Co-op
4824 Baltimore AveALDI
4421 Market StCVS
4314 Locust StRite Aid
2301 Walnut StOpen at 7 AM, Quick & Quality is the closest & earliest open bodega on our block and by far our favorite breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot for years! They also sell convenience items and other essentials.
Quick & Quality
4836 Spruce StOpen at 7 AM, Quick & Quality is the closest & earliest open bodega on our block and by far our favorite breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot for years! They also sell convenience items and other essentials.
Sunoco Gas Station
2201 Walnut StSpruce Hill Dry Cleaners
401 S 45th StPhone Repair Philly
3508 Market StGetting Around
Chestnut St & 48th St station
Stop for Bus #21 - http://www.septa.org/schedules/bus/pdf/021.pdf
Spruce St & 48th St station
Stop for Bus #42 - http://www.septa.org/schedules/bus/pdf/042.pdf
Stop for Market-Frankford Line Subway - http://www.septa.org/schedules/transit/pdf/mfl.pdf
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46th Street
Stop for Market-Frankford Line Subway - http://www.septa.org/schedules/transit/pdf/mfl.pdf
40th St Trolley Portal station
Kid-Friendly
Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse offers a free, safe place to play for children 10 and younger. The 6 1/2 acre Playground includes the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide and more than 50 pieces of unique, age-appropriate and accessible pieces of play equipment. The 16,000 square foot Playhouse, designed for children 5 and younger, gives them a chance to drive the train, cook in the kitchen, ride tricycles in Smithville and much, much more.
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Дитячий майданчик та театр Сміт-Меморіал
3500 Reservoir DrSmith Memorial Playground & Playhouse offers a free, safe place to play for children 10 and younger. The 6 1/2 acre Playground includes the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide and more than 50 pieces of unique, age-appropriate and accessible pieces of play equipment. The 16,000 square foot Playhouse, designed for children 5 and younger, gives them a chance to drive the train, cook in the kitchen, ride tricycles in Smithville and much, much more.
Hands-on museum where adults and children can learn and explore together. The Museum is open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $19 for adults and children age one and over. Children under one are free.
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Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the RepublicHands-on museum where adults and children can learn and explore together. The Museum is open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $19 for adults and children age one and over. Children under one are free.
The zoo is home to nearly 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered. Many special events and exhibits year-round.
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Філадельфійський зоопарк
3400 W Girard AveThe zoo is home to nearly 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered. Many special events and exhibits year-round.
Founded in honor of America’s first scientist, Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is one of the oldest and premier centers of science education and development in the country. Great exhibits for children and adults to enjoy!
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Інститут Франкліна
222 N 20th StFounded in honor of America’s first scientist, Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is one of the oldest and premier centers of science education and development in the country. Great exhibits for children and adults to enjoy!
America's finest museum of medical history, the Mütter Museum displays its beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a nineteenth-century "cabinet museum" setting.
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First Food Market
116 S 21st StAmerica's finest museum of medical history, the Mütter Museum displays its beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a nineteenth-century "cabinet museum" setting.
The only regulation-sized outdoor ice skating rink in Philadelphia. In the summer, it becomes a skating rink! Close to Spruce Street Harbor when the spring and summer come around.
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Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S Christopher Columbus BlvdThe only regulation-sized outdoor ice skating rink in Philadelphia. In the summer, it becomes a skating rink! Close to Spruce Street Harbor when the spring and summer come around.
Maneuver from tree to tree, through obstacles and zip-lines, at this adventure park located in Fairmount Park.
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Treetop Quest Philly
51 Chamounix DrManeuver from tree to tree, through obstacles and zip-lines, at this adventure park located in Fairmount Park.
Though not located in Philadelphia, a great aquarium worth the visit. It's located only across the river and accessible by ferry.
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Акваріум пригод
1 Riverside DrThough not located in Philadelphia, a great aquarium worth the visit. It's located only across the river and accessible by ferry.
Tourist Spots
One of history's most famous symbols of freedom and justice is a must-see when in the city! Surrounded by other historic monuments and sights which makes it an easy day trip!
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Дзвін свободи
526 Market StOne of history's most famous symbols of freedom and justice is a must-see when in the city! Surrounded by other historic monuments and sights which makes it an easy day trip!
The Betsy Ross House is a landmark in Philadelphia purported to be the site where the seamstress and flag-maker Betsy Ross lived when she is said to have sewed the first American Flag
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Будинок Бетсі Росс
239 Arch StThe Betsy Ross House is a landmark in Philadelphia purported to be the site where the seamstress and flag-maker Betsy Ross lived when she is said to have sewed the first American Flag
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is a preserved home once rented by American author Edgar Allan Poe. Though Poe lived in many houses over several years in Philadelphia, it is the only one that still survives.
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Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
532 N 7th StThe Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site is a preserved home once rented by American author Edgar Allan Poe. Though Poe lived in many houses over several years in Philadelphia, it is the only one that still survives.
The National Constitution Center serves as America's leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling our congressional charter “to disseminate information about the United States Constitution on a nonpartisan basis in order to increase awareness and understanding of the Constitution.
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Національний центр конституції
525 Arch StThe National Constitution Center serves as America's leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling our congressional charter “to disseminate information about the United States Constitution on a nonpartisan basis in order to increase awareness and understanding of the Constitution.
Chronicling the history of the annual folk parade with past costumes since 1976.
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Mummers Museum
1100 S 2nd StChronicling the history of the annual folk parade with past costumes since 1976.
Independence Hall is the building where both the United States Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted.
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Зала Незалежності
520 Chestnut StIndependence Hall is the building where both the United States Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted.
Served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800.
Congress Hall
Served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800.
The President's House was the third Presidential Mansion. It housed George Washington from November 27, 1790, to March 10, 1797, and John Adams from March 21, 1797, to May 30, 1800
The President's House
Market StreetThe President's House was the third Presidential Mansion. It housed George Washington from November 27, 1790, to March 10, 1797, and John Adams from March 21, 1797, to May 30, 1800
Музей американської революції
101 S 3rd StArtifacts & exhibits detailing the life of the historic figure, including a steel "ghost house."
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Музей Бенджаміна Франкліна
317 Chestnut StArtifacts & exhibits detailing the life of the historic figure, including a steel "ghost house."
Carpenters' Hall is the official birthplace of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a key meeting place in the early history of the United States.
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Carpenter's Historic Hall
320 Chestnut StCarpenters' Hall is the official birthplace of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a key meeting place in the early history of the United States.
This massive Pantheon-style structure once stood at the center of the heated banking wars between financier Nicholas Biddle and President Andrew Jackson.
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Second Bank of the United States
420 Chestnut StThis massive Pantheon-style structure once stood at the center of the heated banking wars between financier Nicholas Biddle and President Andrew Jackson.
Thomas Jefferson’s wise words that form the Declaration of Independence were composed in a house just around the corner from Independence Hall.
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Declaration House
700 Market StThomas Jefferson’s wise words that form the Declaration of Independence were composed in a house just around the corner from Independence Hall.
After the Revolution, Benjamin Franklin began hosting meetings about ways to reform criminals, rather than just punish them. Eastern State Penitentiary was the result.
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Східна державна в'язниця
2027 Fairmount AveAfter the Revolution, Benjamin Franklin began hosting meetings about ways to reform criminals, rather than just punish them. Eastern State Penitentiary was the result.
An enclosed public market offering everything from produce, sandwiches, desserts, and honey.
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Reading Terminal Market
1136 N 12th StAn enclosed public market offering everything from produce, sandwiches, desserts, and honey.
The Independence Visitor Center supplies visitors to Philadelphia with useful information about where to go, what to see and how to get there.
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Independence Visitor Center
599 Market StThe Independence Visitor Center supplies visitors to Philadelphia with useful information about where to go, what to see and how to get there.
Peddler’s Village offers small-town colonial charm just one hour from Center City Philadelphia. With festivals for every season, 60-plus stores for shopping and the just-for-kids Giggleberry Fair area, it’s no wonder the Bucks County attraction is a big hit!
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Село продавця
100 Peddlers VillagePeddler’s Village offers small-town colonial charm just one hour from Center City Philadelphia. With festivals for every season, 60-plus stores for shopping and the just-for-kids Giggleberry Fair area, it’s no wonder the Bucks County attraction is a big hit!
This museum takes a fresh and bold look at the stories of African-Americans and their role in the founding of the nation through the core exhibit Audacious Freedom. Other exhibits explore contemporary issues through art and historic artifacts. The museum hosts weekend workshops and hands-on activities.
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch StThis museum takes a fresh and bold look at the stories of African-Americans and their role in the founding of the nation through the core exhibit Audacious Freedom. Other exhibits explore contemporary issues through art and historic artifacts. The museum hosts weekend workshops and hands-on activities.
Located on Independence Mall, the National Museum of American Jewish History delves into the story and contributions of Jewish people in the U.S., from early settlers to history-makers such as Albert Einstein, industry giants like Esteé Lauder and artists and entertainers including Barbra Streisand and Steven Spielberg. Four floors of artifacts, memorabilia, and artwork tell the narrative in chronological order.
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Національний музей американської єврейської історії
101 S Independence Mall ELocated on Independence Mall, the National Museum of American Jewish History delves into the story and contributions of Jewish people in the U.S., from early settlers to history-makers such as Albert Einstein, industry giants like Esteé Lauder and artists and entertainers including Barbra Streisand and Steven Spielberg. Four floors of artifacts, memorabilia, and artwork tell the narrative in chronological order.
The burnished, Victorian-era member of the National Register of Historic Places across the street from Independence Mall boasts more than 25 vendors and an experience befitting Philadelphia’s current and centuries-old reputation as a city of makers.
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Будівля біржі
111 S Independence Mall EThe burnished, Victorian-era member of the National Register of Historic Places across the street from Independence Mall boasts more than 25 vendors and an experience befitting Philadelphia’s current and centuries-old reputation as a city of makers.
This museum aims to teach about the diversity of Americans and respect for all people through interactive exhibits, stories of heroes and works of art — and is especially known for its art glass collection.
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National Liberty Museum
321 Chestnut StThis museum aims to teach about the diversity of Americans and respect for all people through interactive exhibits, stories of heroes and works of art — and is especially known for its art glass collection.
This museum is home to one of the world’s most important collections of impressionist, post-impressionist and early modernist paintings — including 181 Renoirs, 69 Cézannes, 59 Matisses, 46 Picassos and 7 Van Goghs — and African sculptures, all collected by the late Dr. Albert C. Barnes. They often have rotating exhibits as well.
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Барнс
2025 Benjamin Franklin PkwyThis museum is home to one of the world’s most important collections of impressionist, post-impressionist and early modernist paintings — including 181 Renoirs, 69 Cézannes, 59 Matisses, 46 Picassos and 7 Van Goghs — and African sculptures, all collected by the late Dr. Albert C. Barnes. They often have rotating exhibits as well.
While there were no battles fought in Valley Forge, the time the Continental Army spent here went down as one of their most trying periods. Exhibits, artifacts, replicated huts and the original headquarters tell the story of the pivotal winter that George Washington and his troops endured at the site.
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Національний історичний парк Валлі-Фордж
1400 N Outer Line DrWhile there were no battles fought in Valley Forge, the time the Continental Army spent here went down as one of their most trying periods. Exhibits, artifacts, replicated huts and the original headquarters tell the story of the pivotal winter that George Washington and his troops endured at the site.
Located at the intersection of Market and Broad streets, City Hall — the largest municipal building in the country — has been Philadelphia’s government headquarters for more than 100 years. Just below the 37-foot-tall bronze statue of William Penn that tops the building’s clock tower is the building’s observation deck, which is accessible via a short tower tour or a two-hour public tour that also highlights the art, architecture, the tower and history of the building.
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City Hall Visitor Center
1400 S Penn SquareLocated at the intersection of Market and Broad streets, City Hall — the largest municipal building in the country — has been Philadelphia’s government headquarters for more than 100 years. Just below the 37-foot-tall bronze statue of William Penn that tops the building’s clock tower is the building’s observation deck, which is accessible via a short tower tour or a two-hour public tour that also highlights the art, architecture, the tower and history of the building.
The oldest art museum and school in the nation.
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
118-128 N Broad StThe oldest art museum and school in the nation.