Rachael & Max
Things To Do
Explore Philadelphia
New to Philly? You can get to center city on the train in 35 minutes or by car. Check out sites like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art ("Rocky Steps"), Love Park, and more. Grab a Philly cheesesteak, soft pretzel, or water ice. Take a stroll on the Schuylkill River Trail, visit Rittenhouse Square Farmers Market on Saturday, grab a bite at Reading Terminal Market, visit the Italian market, or explore a trendy neighborhood like Fishtown, Northern Liberties, or Passyunk Square. Ask us for more recs!
Wissahickon Valley Park
Our first (in-person) date was a hike here! There are several entrances and 50+ miles of trails to explore.
Breakfast/Brunch
Recommendations: Nudy's Cafe, Minella's Diner, Terrain Cafe, White Dog Cafe, Black Cat Cafe. Spread Bagelry for bagels.
Dinner
Recommendations: Autograph Brasserie, Teresa's Cafe/Teresa's Next Door, Margaret Kuo's, At The Table BYOB, DanDan. By the King of Prussia mall: True Food, Founding Farmers, J. Alexander's. Plenty more options in the area/along Lancaster Ave as well. If you'll be in town Friday night, we suggest making a dinner reservation before joining us for Welcome Drinks!
Coffee
Recommendations: Pour Richard's, Gryphon Cafe, La Colombe, Di Bruno Bros (primarily a popular specialty Italian food market). It goes without saying that Rachael's dad will be spending his early mornings at Dunkin'.
Lancaster County Farmers Market
An indoor market with a variety of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, homemade goods, hot/prepared food, and more. Open 6am-4pm Friday and Saturday.
Fitness
Some of our favorite fitness studios nearby include F45, Orangetheory, barre3, Pure Barre, Solidcore, and YogaSix.
Radnor Trail
A nearby 2.4 mile (one-way) paved trail great for walking, jogging, biking, or roller blading. The trail has a few entry points but parking and bathrooms are available at the address above.
King of Prussia Mall
With 450+ retailers, this upscale mall is the largest in PA and the 5th largest in the US.
Suburban Square
Another opportunity to shop at this outdoor shopping center. It's also home to fast casual favorites like Sweetgreen, Cava, Hip City Veg, and Juice Press, plus Kilwins for dessert.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington during the American Revolutionary War. Free to enter to check out historic buildings, statues, and monuments, along with 35 miles of trails.
Villanova University
Rachael's alma mater, great for a campus stroll. Go cats!