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Why visit Philadelphia?Home of the Best Hoagies, Cheesesteaks, Soft Pretzels and Italian Water ice!
Philadelphia…the City of Brotherly Love
Philadelphia
Fun and exciting place to visit Rich in history and culture Offers a variety of things to do for all age
groups You can take in a bit of history, have a
cheesesteak or great Italian food and enjoy a game, concert or spend time with the locals while eating at one of the many bars or clubs
Three areas of interest: history culture entertainment
History
One of the oldest cities in the United States
Founded by William Penn in 1682 First planned city Once served as nation’s capital Home of Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross Home of founding fathers and the
signing of the Declaration of Independence
Philadelphia is home to….
First public grammar school First public library First volunteer fire department First Medical and dental schools First hospital, University of
Pennsylvania, first children’s hospital, first cancer and eye hospitals
First nursing school First public bank
Birthplace of America
Historical Philadelphia Independence Hall – can take a guided tour and see where Declaration
of Independence was signed
Liberty Bell – can see America’s symbol of freedom and liberty
National Constitution Center – Museum that hosts shows and exhibits about the constitution and American history
Franklin Court - Site where Ben Franklin’s house once stood. Open steel frame. Has a printing shop and a post office.
Betsy Ross House – museum that has a guided tour as well as storytellers and colonial craftsmen ($3-adults, $2-children)
Declaration House- place where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence
Historical Places
Independence Hall – can take a guided tour and see where Declaration of Independence was signed 5th and Chestnut Streets
Liberty Bell – can see America’s symbol of freedom and liberty600 Chestnut Street
National Constitution Center – Museum that hosts shows and exhibits about the constitution and American history525 Arch Street
Historical Places
Franklin Court - Site where Ben Franklin’s house once stood. Open steel frame. Has a printing shop and a post office 314-322 Market Street
Betsy Ross House – museum that has a guided tour as well as storytellers and colonial craftsmen ($3-adults, $2-children) 239 Arch Street
Declaration House- place where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence701 Market Street
Culture
Rich in culture Neighborhoods defined by catholic parishes and ethnicity
South Philly▪ Famous Philly Cheesesteaks▪ Italian Market – Corner of 9th and Passayunk
▪ Cannulini’s – fine italian meats▪ DeBruno Brothers- fine italian cheeses and olives▪ Spice Corner – blends of italian herbs and spices▪ Potitos Bakery- fine italian pasteries such as cannolies
South Street – great place for shopping and dining (ZIPPERHEAD)▪ Over 300 shops and 60 eateries as well as bars and café’s▪ diversity of pedestrians – preps, artisans, punks and businessmen▪ Brauhaus Schmitz -Famous authentic German Restaurant▪ Great German fare as well as over 80 different types of beer
South Philly
Culture
Northeast Philly Port Richmond, Bridesburg and
Frankford▪ Home of the famous Philly Soft Pretzel▪ Polish neighborhoods – polish butchers,
markets and bakeries▪ The Hinge – Popular Cafe with an Artist’s
Alley
Entertainment
Entertainment
Sports Complex in South Philly catch a game while you’re in town
Wachovia Center Catch a concert or a 76ers game
Museums Philadelphia Art Museum – Rocky Statue Franklin Institute of Science and
Technology▪ Human Heart Exhibit
Entertainment
Two of Northeast Philly’s Greatest Hotspots Curran’s Irish Bar and Maggie’s Waterfront
Cafe
Great food and spirits, live bands and pure fun!
Explore Philadelphia
Philadelphia Is a great place to visit City full of history, culture and
excitement guaranteed to entertain people of all ages.
Why not take a trip and visit the City of Brotherly Love? I am sure that some of that Philadelphia
Freedom will shine on you!