Things To Do
If you're coming into town early, or staying all day on Sunday, check out some of these recommendations. You could even check them out on Saturday morning, just DON'T be late for the ceremony, okay?
Schuylkill Banks and River Trail
Schuylkill River Trail, Philadelphia, PA
It's pronounced "Skookuhl" and it's beautiful to walk along.
Wissahickon Brewing Company
3705 West School House Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19129, (215) 483-8833
If you plan your hike/bike appropriately, you can stop here for a mid- or post-activity beer.
Wissahickon Valley Park
Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA 19128, (215) 247-0417
We love to hike through the park.
Philly Goat Project
6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138, (215) 460-7725
We haven't been, but have it on good authority that the goats are very cute.
Manakeesh Cafe Bakery & Grill
4420 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (215) 921-2135
Our favorite takeout.
Goldie
3401 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Try the Tahani shakes.
Institute of Contemporary Art
118 South 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (215) 898-5911
Free admission, cool/weird things to look at.
Rodin Museum
2151 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130, (215) 763-8100
Admission is pay what you wish. Even if you don't go inside, it's lovely to walk around outside and then over to the Art Museum steps and take your Rocky photo.
For all the days along the way