Things To Do

Eats

Kalaya

Authentic Thai food like you've never experienced. The best restaurant in Philly. Booking a reservation is highly recommended.

Fiorella Pasta

Oyster House

Great happy hour.

Zahav

Nationally renown Israeli restaurant. Dinner reservations open eight weeks to the day at 11 a.m., and are competitive, but worth it. There is also a happy hour walk up patio area.

Amma's South Indian Cuisine

Our favorite Indian food in Philly.

Royal Sushi & Izakaya

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Cheesesteaks

Angelo's Pizzeria

Considered one of the best cheesesteaks in the city. There will be a line, but it's worth it. Cash only. Order it on a seeded roll, with onions and cheese whiz.

Woodrow's Sandwich Shop

Our favorite cheesesteak spot. The whiz is truffle-infused.

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History and activities

Independence Hall

Tickets are required for tours. They only cost $1 and can be reserved here: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/234639/ticket/90

Old City

After touring Independence Hall, walk through Old City and experience American history: the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House, first Post Office, the oldest U.S. street of Elfreth's Alley. The bar that inspired Always Sunny in Philadelphia is Mac's Tavern. Grab ice cream from Franklin's Fountain and stop next door for chocolate.

A Phillies game

The Phillies play the Toronto Blue Jays Saturday at 4 p.m. Enjoy a game and a great view of the city.

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art and see the iconic steps Sylvster Stallone runs up in the movie "Rocky." The Rocky statue is also in front of the museum.

Reading Terminal Market

One of the nation's oldest and most successful public markets, Reading Terminal (pronounced Redding) has more than 75 small businesses with an array of fresh and prepared foods, lunch counters, and places to eat and shop. Best for lunch, and closes at 6 p.m.

Italian Market 9th Street

The oldest open-air market in the country, South Philadelphia's 9th Street Italian Market was established in the late 1800's by Southern Italian immigrants. Walk through and feel transported back in time. There are also some great Mexican restaurants nearby, like Blue Corn and South Philly Barbacoa, which was featured on Chef's Table.

Rittenhouse Farmers' Market

A lovely farmer’s market on Saturday mornings.

Cherry Street Pier

A restored warehouse along the Delaware River with craft vendors and a beer garden with a great view of the ever beautiful New Jersey.

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Drinks

Bok Bar

Rooftop bar with the best view of the city.

Superfolie

Tria Cafe Rittenhouse

Wine bar and small plates.

Bob and Barbara's Lounge

Dive bar. The birthplace of the Philly "city wide" drink special. Live music. Cash only.

Dirty Franks

Dive bar. Cash only.

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