Guidebook for Philadelphia
Food Scene
Trolley Car Diner & Deli
7619 Germantown AveClassic diner fare an easy walk from home.
The baked goods are unbelievable and it's a relaxed, friendly vibe.
67 locals recommend
High Point Cafe
602 Carpenter LnThe baked goods are unbelievable and it's a relaxed, friendly vibe.
Standard Mexican fare made with fresh ingredients and scrumptious desserts.
Mi Puebla Restaurant & Bakery
7157 Germantown AveStandard Mexican fare made with fresh ingredients and scrumptious desserts.
They make their own brews (including kombucha) and the seasonal flatbreads are made with fresh ingredients.
54 locals recommend
Earth Bread + Brewery
7136 Germantown AveThey make their own brews (including kombucha) and the seasonal flatbreads are made with fresh ingredients.
Parks & Nature
This wooded oasis is just 10 minutes away by car. Bike, run, walk or stroll along the paved pathway or go off road and hike the moderately hilly terrain.
209 locals recommend
Wissahickon Valley Park
Valley Green RoadThis wooded oasis is just 10 minutes away by car. Bike, run, walk or stroll along the paved pathway or go off road and hike the moderately hilly terrain.
Arts & Culture
Diverse, world class exhibitions and live music on Fridays (and there's a statue of "Rocky," if you're a movie buff -- running up the steps was part of his training regimen). It's right on the Ben Franklin Parkway, but can be a bit of a hike if using public transportation. Definitely hop across the Parkway to the Perelman building, if you're into contemporary art.
1164 locals recommend
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyDiverse, world class exhibitions and live music on Fridays (and there's a statue of "Rocky," if you're a movie buff -- running up the steps was part of his training regimen). It's right on the Ben Franklin Parkway, but can be a bit of a hike if using public transportation. Definitely hop across the Parkway to the Perelman building, if you're into contemporary art.
The Bride is one of the City's hippest performing arts centers and it's located in an artsy neighborhood -- galleries, boutiques, cafe's, etc. Definitely check the schedule when you come to town.
Painted Bride Art Center
5212 Vine StThe Bride is one of the City's hippest performing arts centers and it's located in an artsy neighborhood -- galleries, boutiques, cafe's, etc. Definitely check the schedule when you come to town.
Architecturally, the Kimmel Center is gorgeous, with a rooftop view of Center City. It's the home of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Philadanco (modern dance company) and other cultural treasures. There's also a trendy, celebrity chef restaurant that's supposed to be excellent.
179 locals recommend
Kimmel Cultural Campus
300 S Broad StArchitecturally, the Kimmel Center is gorgeous, with a rooftop view of Center City. It's the home of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Philadanco (modern dance company) and other cultural treasures. There's also a trendy, celebrity chef restaurant that's supposed to be excellent.
The hilltop view of the skyline is just gorgeous! The Mann Center is a wonderful outdoor venue for live performances. It's like Wolf Trap (outside of DC), Tanglewood or the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, but in the City!
55 locals recommend
The Mann Center
5201 Parkside AveThe hilltop view of the skyline is just gorgeous! The Mann Center is a wonderful outdoor venue for live performances. It's like Wolf Trap (outside of DC), Tanglewood or the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, but in the City!
Essentials
ACME Markets
7700 Crittenden StShopping
Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill has everything from a cigar lounge and charming clothing boutiques to a natural food co-op, gas station, library and myriad dining options.
54 locals recommend
Chestnut Hill
Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill has everything from a cigar lounge and charming clothing boutiques to a natural food co-op, gas station, library and myriad dining options.
Sightseeing
The President's House, Liberty Bell and other historic sites are must-sees for history buffs.
569 locals recommend
Independence Hall
520 Chestnut StThe President's House, Liberty Bell and other historic sites are must-sees for history buffs.