The iconic steps that Rocky Balboa ran up while training actually lead to a world-class art museum! Go and see some lovely art, suits of armour, and other relics of days gone by. Don't forget to take a picture with the Rocky statue before you leave!
A brilliant science museum perfect for children and adults alike. Fun fact: Samir and Emery nearly hosted their wedding here, and would have had the reception in the planetarium under the stars. Highlights include a giant walkthrough heart that Emery explored countless times growing up.
The extensive art collection once belonging to Dr. Albert C. Barnes. The museum is an exact replica of Dr. Barnes original personal museum.
A gorgeous mosaic garden in the hip and trendy Queen Village neighbourhood.
A massive prison in the middle of the city that closed down in the 70s. Famously housed Al Capone amongst other big-name criminals. It's a super fun tour and they do an insane haunted house during the month of October!
Check out the famous bell and walk around the landmark made famous by Nicholas Cage in National Treasure...erm, I mean by America's founding fathers (don't bother trying to steal the Declaration of Independence, it's in Washington D.C.)
If you're looking for a sweet part of town out of Center City, Chestnut Hill is a short train ride away from 30th Street Station. Full of artsy shops and lovely restaurants.
A world-famous indoor market where you can get any kind of food imaginable.
The two most famous cheesesteaks in Philadelphia. They are competing restaurants a mere block away from each other, try one of each and decide for yourself which is the best!
For a fantastic cheesesteak closer to Center City, located on the artsy and unique South Street in Queen Village.