Things To Do
Old City Philadelphia
The Liberty Bell is a great place to start in Old City Philly and experience historical sites. There's Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center, and Washington Square nearby as well. Restaurant Recommendations: The Plough and the Stars, The Olde Bar, Independence Beer Garden, Talula's Garden, Lucha Cartel, Menagerie Coffee, National Mechanics
Philadelphia Museum of Art
You'll find the recognizable Rocky steps outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy the gigantic art museum or walk down Kelly Drive nearby to see the iconic Boathouse Row along the Schuylkill River. Restaurant Recommendations: Sabrina's Cafe, Buena Onda, Bishop's Collar, Bar Hygge
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink
This ice rink is a great spot to have some seasonal fun outdoors with options to ice skate or cozy up by bonfires with drinks and s'mores. Restaurant Recommendations: Franklin Fountain, Bistro Romano, La Nonna
JFK Plaza (Love Park)
Love Park is the center of Philadelphia, right across the street from City Hall. In December, the Philadelphia Christmas Village is in full swing, so you'll be able to take your photo with the iconic LOVE statue while also knocking out all your holiday shopping for the season. It's a short distance away from the Franklin Institute, an interactive science museum. Restaurant Recommendations: Chinatown restaurants (NE of City Hall), El Vez, Barbuzzo, Sampan, Bellini, Harper's Garden
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is the center of luxury in Philadelphia. A great green space to walk through in the middle of the city, it is nearby popular shopping and restaurants and is a good starting point for a walk around busy streets in Philly. Restaurant Recommendations: The Continental, The Dandelion, Marathon, Revolution Taco
Bensalem
If you want to stay closer to the venue during your stay, there's a lot to see in Bensalem as well. You have the Parx Casino near the Hampton Inn & Suites, Benjamin Rush State Park or Neshaminy State Park, and several breweries and wineries nearby.