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Things To Do
Rocky Statue
The Rocky Statue and the Rocky Steps — better known as the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art — are two of the most popular attractions in Philadelphia. Visiting the statue, running up the steps and taking a picture at the top — with that picture-perfect skyline in the background — is pretty much a must on your first visit to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
After visiting the Rocky Statue, head over to the Art Museum! Browse one of the nation's largest art museums including Renaissance, American and impressionist art. The one-acre Sculpture Garden extends the museum’s galleries to the outdoors.
Barnes Foundation
The Barnes is home to one of the world’s most important collections of impressionist, post-impressionist and early modernist paintings by renowned artists like Renoir, Cézanne, Picasso and Van Gogh. The museum also showcases American paintings and decorative arts, metalwork, African sculpture and Native American textiles, jewelry and ceramics — all presented in Albert C. Barnes’ distinctive arrangements.
Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market is a one-stop shop for local produce, meats, artisanal cheeses, desserts and more. The public space also provides open seating where customers can enjoy meals from dozens of diverse merchants, including popular Amish vendors. Not sure where to start? This article from Visit Philly can help! http://visitphilly.com/articles/philadelphia/best-things-to-eat-at-reading-terminal-market/
Liberty Bell
The Liberty Bell was originally cast in Great Britain and recast in 1753 in Philadelphia to adorn the State House (now known as Independence Hall). It was soon adopted by abolitionists, suffragists and other justice-seeking groups as an enduring symbol of freedom.
Independence Hall
Independence Hall is the centerpiece of the renowned Independence National Historical Park. In 1776, the Founding Fathers came together to sign the Declaration of Independence in this historic building. Eleven years later, representatives from a dozen states met here to lay the framework for the U.S. Constitution. Guided tours are available year-round.
Winter at Dilworth Park
Visit Dilworth Park for their Winter at Dilworth Park ice rink, serving up warm winter drinks and food!
Love Park
A favorite destination for tourists and locals alike, John F. Kennedy Plaza gets its nickname — LOVE Park — from Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture that sits within the public space. Renovated in 2018, LOVE Park serves as the grand entrance to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Have you ever dreamt of stepping into a painting? Take an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable universe of Van Gogh, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century. Explore his life, his work, and his secrets as never before through cutting-edge 360 degree digital projections, a one-of-a-kind VR experience, and a uniquely atmospheric light and sound show. This impactful experience has already thrilled visitors in Naples, Italy, Brussels, Belgium, and the UK. Become completely immersed in the works of art around you, and feel the shift in reality as you dive deep into the world created by Van Gogh's brush strokes.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
For over 35 years, Mural Arts has united artists and communities through a collaborative process, rooted in the traditions of mural-making, to create art that transforms public spaces and individual lives. Each year, 15,000 residents and visitors tour Mural Arts’ outdoor art gallery, which has become part of the city’s civic landscape and a source of pride and inspiration, earning Philadelphia international recognition as the “City of Murals.”
Philadelphia Zoo
America’s first zoo and a foremost conservation organization is home to nearly 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered. Zoo360, a first-in-the-world animal travel and exploration train system, enables primates and big cats to move above and across the main visitor pathway. The 42-acre campus is home to a variety of exhibits, including Big Cat Falls and Water Is Life.
King of Prussia Mall
With more than 450 stores and nearly 3 million square feet, King of Prussia Mall is the premier shopping destination on the East Coast. Find a nice mix of luxury, budget-friendly, national and international brands, as well as stores that cannot be found elsewhere in the region — all located just a 20-minute drive from Philadelphia.
Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens attracts visitors from around the globe to its 1,100 acres filled with outdoor and indoor gardens, 11,000 different types of plants, spectacular fountains, and picturesque meadows and woodlands.