Things To Do
Reading Terminal Market
Opened its doors in 1893 -- you probably saw the chase scene through the Market during National Treasure, Nicolas Cage's third best movie. The best place for breakfast or lunch, within walking distance from all three hotels. Favorites include DiNic's Roast Pork sandwiches, Beiler's doughnuts and Termini Brothers' cannolis,
Independence Beer Garden
Expansive beer garden right by National Constitution Center and Independence Hall. Has some great bites and brews as well as lawn games.
PHS Pop Up Garden at South Street
One of the favorite beer gardens in the city -- this beer garden is funded by the Philadelphia Horticultural Society so it is filled with plants and flowers.
Angelo's Pizzeria
Although it has pizzeria in it's name , Angelo's has one of the best cheesesteaks in Philly. To note - it's cash only and often has a long line, but is definitely worth the wait.
Ishkabibble's II
Maggie brought Matt to Ishkabibbles during one of his visits to Philly and the cheesesteak was Matt-approved, no small feat.
John's Roast Pork
If you want to venture into South Philly, be sure to check out John's Roast Pork, another cheesesteak mecca.
Dolores`
Dolores' 2Street has a massive menu of hoagies including the classic Italian, chicken cutlet, and roast beef.
National Constitution Center
A great, interactive museum if you're jonesing for a bit of Philadelphia and US history -- very close to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell as well if you want to have a full history buff day.
Barnes Foundation
Primarily houses Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and Modernist art including Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse and Picasso. People often overlook this museum for the Philadelphia Museum of Art (not to downplay that museum, especially if you're a Rocky fan), however the collection at the Barnes is unmatched.