Guidebook for Philadelphia
Sightseeing
Boathouse Row
1 Boathouse RowWorld's largest collection of post-impressionist art. http://www.barnesfoundation.org/
560 locals recommend
Barnes
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy World's largest collection of post-impressionist art. http://www.barnesfoundation.org/
Great exhibits, world-class museum. Not just art but also artifacts. Huge collections. http://www.philamuseum.org/
1164 locals recommend
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Great exhibits, world-class museum. Not just art but also artifacts. Huge collections. http://www.philamuseum.org/
The world's first penitentiary, now a museum/historic site. Left in a decaying state...one of the coolest museums you'll ever see. You can also see Al Capone's cell here. http://www.easternstate.org/
433 locals recommend
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount AveThe world's first penitentiary, now a museum/historic site. Left in a decaying state...one of the coolest museums you'll ever see. You can also see Al Capone's cell here. http://www.easternstate.org/
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
2101 Pennsylvania AveGreat quality artisanal groceries as well as excellent eat-in/take-out food, and a beautiful space.
79 locals recommend
Tela's Market & Kitchen
1833 Fairmount AveGreat quality artisanal groceries as well as excellent eat-in/take-out food, and a beautiful space.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cooperage: A Wine & Whiskey Bar
123 S 7th StAmazing beer selection and awesome Belgian eats.
Great bar/restaurant in Philadelphia's first firehouse. Excellent BBQ/good for brunch and outdoor seating.
53 locals recommend
Jack's Firehouse
2130 Fairmount AveGreat bar/restaurant in Philadelphia's first firehouse. Excellent BBQ/good for brunch and outdoor seating.
Food Scene
The Flying Saucer Cafe
2545 Brown StreetCool small neighborhood cafe.
Rembrandt's Restaurant & Bar
741 North 23rd StreetGreat neighborhood gastropub.
Flying Carpet Cafe & Bar
1841 Poplar StreetCozy local spot in the neighborhood.
Great family-owned BYOB casual Italian restaurant. Best pizza in the neighborhood for takeout.
28 locals recommend
Angelino's Restaurant
849 N 25th StGreat family-owned BYOB casual Italian restaurant. Best pizza in the neighborhood for takeout.
Large, open-space coffee shop with a really nice view of Eastern State Penitentiary.
137 locals recommend
OCF Coffee House
2100 Fairmount AveLarge, open-space coffee shop with a really nice view of Eastern State Penitentiary.
Good food/drink. Slightly pricier, but prime location, excellent outdoor seating.
36 locals recommend
Hickory Lane American Bistro
2025 Fairmount AveGood food/drink. Slightly pricier, but prime location, excellent outdoor seating.
Fare
2028 Fairmount AveGreat modern cuisine for a nice date.
La Calaca Feliz
2321 Fairmount AveGreat Modern (foodie) Mexican food.
Pizzeria Vetri
1939 Callowhill StGourmet pizzas by Vetri (nationally renowned chef).
Philadelphia's Iron Chef Jose Garces' fast food taco joint. Inexpensive, good atmosphere, and free beer pours while you wait in line!
32 locals recommend
Buena Onda
1901 Callowhill StPhiladelphia's Iron Chef Jose Garces' fast food taco joint. Inexpensive, good atmosphere, and free beer pours while you wait in line!
Everything Else
Jesse Frank: Real Estate PA & NJ
Excellent self-serve froyo.