Things To Do
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
This indoor/outdoor gallery features mosaics made from found materials (tires, wine bottles, ceramic shards). It's a one-of-a-kind experience! Tickets required, advance purchase recommended.
Famous 4th Street Delicatessen
Jewish deli with pastrami sandwiches the size of your head!
Wissahickon Valley Park
This is a favorite place to go hiking with our dog, Charlie, and features easy-to-moderate paths.
Spruce Street Harbor Park
A park by the Delaware River with picnic tables, hammocks, food stands, and games. Fun place to hang out when the weather is nice.
Independence Hall
Take a free tour of where the Declaration of Independence was signed. Located steps away from the Liberty Bell (FYI, it has a crack) and a few blocks from the Museum of the American Revolution.
Gran Caffe L'Aquila
Come for the savory gelato-topped pasta dishes, stay for the award-winning sweet gelato made from imported Italian ingredients.
Reading Terminal Market
One of America's largest and oldest public markets, Reading Terminal features a wide variety of restaurants and locally-sourced meats, cheeses, baked goods, confections, and more.
Italian Market 9th Street
America's oldest and continuously operating outdoor market, featuring stores that sell produce, fresh pasta, cheeses, baked goods, and specialty items.
Earth Bread + Brewery
Local grains are used to make two favorites: delicious flatbreads and tasty beers.
Young American Hard Cider
A small-batch cidery with light bites.
Vietnam Café
A family-run Vietnamese restaurant with delicious crispy spring rolls and grilled shrimp vermicelli (vegetarian/vegan options available).
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
A Philadelphia-based specialty coffee roaster and café that features an array of coffee beverages, pastries, and coffee beans to go. Give their draft latte a try!
Vedge
A vegan fine-dining restaurant, considered one of the best vegan restaurants in America.
Zahav
A modern Israeli restaurant considered one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. It is often booked months in advance, so make a reservation ASAP!
Di Bruno Bros.
A must-visit for cheese lovers! Grab something to eat and people-watch from one of the tables out front.
Penn Museum
An archaeology and anthropology museum featuring art and artifacts from ancient Egypt, Greece, Italy, Mesopotamia, and elsewhere.
La Viola Bistro
A BYOB Italian restaurant with nice ambiance.
Zsa's Ice Cream
Homemade ice cream. The dark chocolate sorbet and ice cream sandwiches are outstanding!
Barnes Foundation
This is one of our favorite museums in Philadelphia, with an incredible collection of impressionistic art.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Once you've taken your requisite picture with the Rocky statue and climbed the famous steps, take a tour of the diverse collection of art.
Rodin Museum
Original casts of sculptures by Auguste Rodin, widely regarded as the father of modern sculpture.
In Riva
Wood-fired pizza and lovely outdoor seating area.
LeBus East Falls
Baked goods and American fare.
Deke's Carry Out & Catering
Small BBQ shack, carry-out only.
Dock Street Brewery West
West Philly micro-brewery with good pizza and a cannery around the corner.
Mood Cafe
Indian chaat with a large selection of lassis (yogurt based smoothie).
Clarkville
Personal pies and delicious bites along with a good drink selection. Has outdoor seating, or take food to the park across the street.
Clark Park
Our neighborhood park! On any given day of the week you might see: chess games, dogs playing in the southern half of the park, bocce, an open market, kids playing, food trucks, music rehearsals, drum circles, picnics, martial arts classes, or horses.
Goldie
Delicious falafel sandwiches and salads. The tehina shakes are legendary.
Dizengoff
Do you like hummus? Then eat here.
Nomad Roman
Roman-style pizza with a great selection of appetizers and small bites.
Nam Phuong Restaurant
There was a two-year stretch were we ate here every Sunday. Family-friendly Vietnamese food that can accommodate a large crowd. We recommend the pho.
Spice Finch
Modern Mediterranean restaurant with cozy ambiance located just a few blocks from Rittenhouse Square.
Talula's Daily
Located off Washington Square Park, this farm-to-table market and cafe is a great place to grab lunch or a coffee and dessert while site-seeing.
Dim Sum House By Jane G's - Rittenhouse
Great dim sum (dumplings) and entrees.
Schuylkill River Trail
Path that runs along the east side of the Schuykill River. Beautiful view of the water and perfect for an afternoon stroll with a coffee. Watch out for runners, cyclists, and dogs. To meet some furry friends, there's a dog park just off the trail.
John's Roast Pork
We aren't exactly Philly cheesesteak eaters ourselves, but we asked around because we know some of you may want a recommendation. According to locals, this is the place to get a good cheesesteak. Prepare for a line out the door. It's popular.
National Constitution Center
Close to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, this is a great museum with informative and well-curated exhibits.
P.S. & Co.
Organic plant-based restaurant. Take-out and delivery with some outdoor seating available. Also good for vegan desserts!