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!