Things To Do
Favorite Historic Sights
Independence Hall & Liberty Bell
Favorite Museums
The Franklin Institute & The Philadelphia Museum of Art (This is also where the Famous Rocky Steps and Statue are!)
Favorite Cheesesteak (and pizza)
Angelo's Pizzeria – cash only and call early – they’ll sell out! Jim's Cheesesteaks (on South Street!) are also amazing!
Favorite Food Hall
Reading Terminal Market
Favorite Places to Enjoy Summer Weather
Schuylkill Riverwalk, Delaware River Trail, Elfreth’s Alley for some picturesque historic homes! Also, visiting Spruce Street Harbor Park, Washington Square, and Rittenhouse Square
Favorite Coffee Shops
La Colombe, Old City Coffee, Function Coffee Labs, and ReAnimator
Favorite Bars and Breweries
Victory Brewing, Other Half Brewing, Frankfort Hall, (get a big pretzel and grab a Joe’s cheesesteak right near there if you go!) Buffalo Billiards, Morgan’s Pier (on nice days!), and Bok Bar (best views of the city!)
Favorite Restaurants
Sampan, Double Knot, Bud & Marylin’s, and all the BYOBs - like Effie’s Restaurant, Georgio on Pine, El Chingon
Favorite Places for a Summer Treat
Franklin Fountain Ice Cream, John’s Water Ice, and Milk Jawn