Philadelphia/Old City

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Philadelphia's Old City is home to a large number of galleries, restaurants and bars, and so is known for its active nightlife and cultural opportunities.

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Get in

See

  • Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
  • Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
  • National Constitution Center
  • The 'Real World' House.

Independence National Historical Park

This area, covering several blocks of Center City Philadelphia, includes some of the Philadelphia's most famous historic sites, The park also includes more than a dozen historical buildings. You definitely want to start at the Independence Visitor Center, where you can get the ticket you need to get into Independence Hall, as well as information and tickets for other area sites. Costumed interpreters hang out at the Visitor Center and will talk to any and all kids.

  • Independence Hall Museum 9 am - 5 pm. Tickets required Mar - Dec. World Heritage Site.
  • Liberty Bell [1]. Open year round 9 am - 5 pm.
  • National Constitution Center http://www.constitutioncenter.org/ a new interactive museum on the Constitution.

Do

  • First Friday event which is held on every first Friday of the month and showcases local artists' works. [2]

Buy

Eat

Drink

Sleep

  • Thomas Bond House 129 S. 2nd Street, (1-800-845-2663) Historic guesthouse. $105-$190. [3]

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