Elizabeth & Victor
Things To Do
Liberty Bell and Historical Sites
If you haven't already seen it, you might as well take a look at one of our nation’s most famous symbols. The Liberty Bell Center is free; it's also next to the open-air exhibit of The President's House. It’s a short walk from our ceremony site. You can also complete some of the Constitutional Walking Tour (click "View").
Franklin Fountain
Victor and I went here the day we met, and after our first date, and MANY other times. Our favorite flavors are Honeycomb and Creme de Lafayette, and their banana split is almost too big for even Victor to finish! Check out their nearby sister shop, Shane Confectionary, for some old-timey sweets. Franklin Fountain is cash only.
Reading Terminal Market
Victor and I went “Facebook official” by posting a picture from our trip to Reading Terminal Market. The Amish macaroni salad at Beiler’s is top-notch.
Jim's Steaks
If you feel the need to make a cheesesteak run, try Jim's. Although Victor would insist that tourists should go for an Italian roast pork sandwich instead.
Serpico
Victor is obsessed with Serpico, and he makes it a mandatory stop whenever people visit. If you're looking for a fancier place to eat on Friday or Sunday, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. Victor’s favorite dish is the Raw Diver Scallops. Bonus fact: Serpico is where we celebrated our first Valentine's Day.
African Small Pot
ASP will be a bit out of the way for most guests, but we love their West African and Nigerian food and are regulars here. If you stop by, make sure to say hello to Bokar and order wollof rice with your meal.
Cafe La Maude
This is Victor's favorite brunch spot. If you're looking to start your day off right, look no further than Cafe La Maude. It's home to the best eggs benedict around (Sweet Potato Benny). Their noteworthy sister restaurant, Suraya, is also nearby and offers a mouthwatering rose-pistachio cruller.
South Philly Barbacoa
If you can get in before they sell out on Sunday morning, you won't regret going to South Philly Barbacoa. Their handmade corn tortillas are so good that connoisseur Ana eats them plain whenever we go. Trust us, you don't want to order their largest size. SPB has been featured on multiple Netflix shows.
Philadelphia Zoo
The Zoo was one of our first dates. We fell in love with baby giraffe, and Victor accidentally poked me in the eye with the beak on a flamingo hat.
Barnes Foundation
If you’re staying on Sunday, check out one of our favorite museums. On the day the we met, Victor told me that the Barnes was his favorite place for a date. He didn't get the hint when I later asked him to go with me there to a special Renoir exhbit.
Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rocky Steps
Admission to the Art Museum also gets you complimentary admission to the Rodin Museum. Note: If you want to pose with the Rocky statue, it is now off to the side at the base of the steps.
The Mütter Museum
While the squeamish might want to look elsewhere for entertainment, the Mütter has a fascinating selection of medical oddities. Victor and I especially loved the giant megacolon!