Check out our local environmental center and recreational area. Great for playing basketball or tennis, a leisurely walk in the woods or sit by the creek. This area is located only 1/2 block from our home.
A local favorite spot. Gorgeous green space that overlooks one of our rivers. Good for getting in a walk, checking out flowers, native plants and big trees.
Palestinian owned and operated. Great food and drinks! Solid brunch. Lovely outdoor patio
INCREDIBLE Black owned café -- Great coffee drinks and sandwiches. Lovely outdoor patio. Lots of street parking.
One of Sarah's favorites -- a Black women owned plant lovers store. They've got a cute coffee shop and wonderful indoor plants, planters and cute gifts.
Our favorite bagel shop.
Fantastic brunch.
Another great coffee shop.
A local favorite. Saturdays 10AM - 2PM. It's a good spot to stroll, sit in the park and people watch.
A local fave. Great sandwiches and cheesesteaks. Very limited seating.
A local fave! Ethiopian fried chicken.
One of Sarah's faves. Great brewery with brick oven pizzas and nice bar snacks. Very chill.
If you're gonna do one art museum while you're here, check out this one. Great architecture. Lots to see. Wonderful grounds to walk. Be sure to run/walk those iconic Rocky steps.
Good for a lovely walk or sit along the river. We'd suggest parking in the free lot behind the Art Museum (Lloyd Hall Parking Lot / Trail Head: https://share.google/9XJDA8158UpjseVYO)
One of Chris and Sarah's faves. Soup dumplings...need we say more?!
Explore Chinatown and check out this delicious Korean fried chicken meets sports bar. There is also a University City/West Philly location if you wanna stay West.
A popular visitors destination. Indoor market with local food vendors, boutiques and farm stands.
A fun spot for drinks and old arcade games.
A great spot to view the NJ-PA bridges and sit alongside the Delaware River. They've got a seasonal beer garden and food trucks too. Check website for the open studio hours for the on-site artist galleries.
Delicious pizza, hoagies and cheesesteaks. They bake their own rolls!
A popular visitors destination. Open air market. It is mostly produce and small shops. It is a nice leisurely stroll when the weather is good.