Rachelle & Daniel
Things To Do
Barnes Foundation
The Barnes in Philadelphia is home to one of the world's greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist, and early modernist paintings.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the largest art museums in the United States.
The Franklin Institute
Fun science museum for kids.
Visit the Liberty Bell
The Liberty Bell is a symbol of American independence.
Pose with the Rocky Statue & run up the "Rocky Steps"
These are the steps to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. At the bottom of the stairs, there is a statue of Rocky.
Enjoy a Philly Cheesteak
Philly cheesesteaks are the city's most famous food. If you've never tried one, this trip is the perfect opportunity to try your first bite.
Independence Hall
In 1776, the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence in the building’s Assembly Room. A few years later, representatives from a dozen states met here to lay the framework for the U.S. Constitution. Free, timed tickets are required and can be picked up at the Independence Visitor Center but plan ahead — tours fill up fast!
City Hall
City Hall is the home to Philadelphia city government. Visitors can enjoy an interior tour that explores the building’s history, art and architecture or a 15-minute tower tour. Both tour options include a view from the observation deck, located below the 37-foot-tall, 27-ton bronze statue of William Penn atop the clock tower.
LOVE Sculpture
Philadelphia is known as the city of Brotherly Love. Visit the famous LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana in Love Park.
Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market is a must see in Philadelphia. It's America's oldest farmers market and a foodie's dream! Go to just walk around or have a bite to eat!
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
The Academy of Natural Sciences is the oldest natural science research institution and museum in the United States.
Rodin Museum
The Rodin Museum is an art museum that contains one of the largest collections of sculptor Auguste Rodin's works outside Paris.
Delaware River Waterfront
The Delaware River waterfront offers beautiful views of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Make sure to visit Cherry Street Pier and Race Street Pier as well as seasonal spots like Spruce Street Harbor Park and Blue Cross RiverRink.
Eastern State Penitentiary
An infamous 19th-centruy prison has not become a tourist destination! It becomes a haunted house every Halloween, so you may still be able to catch some of the action!
Museum of the American Revolution
Learn about the American Revolution at this museum. They have family-friendly, interactive exhibitions and historical objects.
One Liberty Observation Deck
See Philly from over 850 feet up!
National Museum of American Jewish History
The National Museum of American Jewish History is about the Jewish experience in the United States. The museums features historical artifacts as well as interactive exhibitions.
Elfreth's Alley
Thought to be one of the oldest residential streets in the United States, this alley dates back to 1702. This is a key destination in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood.