FAQs
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Are the ceremony and reception in the same place?
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Yes. Everything will be hosted at The Lucy, a fully indoor, air-conditioned venue in the heart of Center City.
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When should I arrive?
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The doors will be open for guests starting at 4:30, and the ceremony will start at 5:00.
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What is the dress code?
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Cocktail attire: We suggest guests wear a suit in any color (tie optional), a midi- or knee-length dress, or a chic pantsuit.
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Is the wedding handicap accessible?
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Yes, the venue is fully accessible. Although the event space spans two floors, an elevator is available for guests who prefer or need it.
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Where can I park?
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For guests not staying overnight, the Cambria Hotel offers valet parking for $35. The address is 219 South Broad Street. There are also many parking garages near the venue, some of of which can be reserved through sites like ParkMobile and SpotHero. For hotel guests, both of the hotels offer parking for your convenience. The cost for parking at the Cambria is $64 per night for valet parking; at the Doubletree it’s $48 per night for self park. (You can probably find better rates at other garages nearby.) If you don’t mind a bit of a walk, one of the least expensive parking options in Center City is the PPA operated Gateway Garage, located at 1540 Vine Street. The cost to park for 24 hours is $30 on weekdays and $12 on weekends.
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Are children invited?
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We love your little ones, but we’ve chosen to keep our wedding an adults-only celebration. We hope you’ll enjoy a fun night out, and we appreciate your understanding!
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What's the best way for visitors to get around Philadelphia?
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We recommend exploring the city on foot. Philadelphia is a very walkable city, and the neighborhoods near the hotels have many cute streets to wander down. All of the recommendations listed as Things To Do make for a nice walk from the hotels (with the exception of Sacred Vice). Another great option is to take one of the hop-on, hop-off tourist buses. These run every 15-30 minutes and stop at all the major tourist destinations. There are several companies operating traditional double-decker sightseeing buses. For a low-cost, no-frills option, the Phlash is $5 for a one-day pass. Senior citizens ride free, and the buses are wheelchair accessible. For a more local experience, there is a subway station right outside of the hotels, and many public bus stops within a few blocks. You can get transit directions on Google Maps or Apple Maps, or download the Transit app for live tracking. You can tap to pay with your phone or credit card. For transportation later in the evening, Uber, Lyft, or a taxi are the best options.
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What restaurants do you recommend?
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Philadelphia has so many outstanding restaurants that it’s hard to pick! We included a few casual options in the Things to Do, but if you’re looking for a memorable meal, this is a great list of the best restaurants: https://philly.eater.com/maps/best-philadelphia-restaurants-38-map-philly Reservations are recommended for any of the restaurants on that list, but note that at many of the top restaurants, reservations book up immediately as soon as they’re available. Details on how to snag these elusive reservations can be found here: https://www.theinfatuation.com/philadelphia/guides/toughest-restaurant-reservations-philly
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Where's the best place to get a real Philly cheesesteak?
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Ah, the age-old question. We’re really not big cheesesteak eaters ourselves, so we’re not weighing in on this one. But the truth is there are dozens, if not hundreds, of restaurants serving better cheesesteaks than any you’ll find outside of Philly. These include the famous spots with lines around the block — Jim’s, Angelo’s, and John’s Roast Pork, to name a few — but some of the best sandwiches come from hole-in-the-wall pizza shops and neighborhood delis. For some options besides the big names, check out Oh Brother, Uncle Gus’s (in Reading Terminal Market), Cleavers, or McGillin’s Olde Ale House (which is the oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia). Wherever you go, make sure to get sautéed onions on your steak! As for cheese, our choice would be provolone.