Sites to see and things to do in and around Philadelphia.

Name Contact Information Venue Profile
Independence National Historical Park 313 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-597-8974
An urban park that includes iconic historic landmarks such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Congress Hall
Rivers Casino Philadelphia 1001 N. Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125
877-477-3715
Rivers Casino, formerly SugarHouse casino, features 1,761 slots; 107 table games; 65 hybrid gaming seats; a 28-table poker room and designated sportsbook area for live sports betting
Valley Forge National Historical Park N. Gulph Road and Route 23
King of Prussia, PA 19406
610-783-1099
Site of the Continental Army’s 1777-78 winter encampment during the American Revolution
Peddler’s Village Rout 202 and Street Road
Lahaska, PA 18931
215-794-4000
Year-round shopping; dining; lodging; and entertainment destination with seasonal festivities and events
Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
610-388-1000
A great garden of the world featuring 1,100 acres of dazzling garden and more
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W. Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-243-1100
Philadelphia Zoo is one of the region’s foremost conservation organizations.
The Franklin Institute 222 N. 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-448-1165
The Franklin Institute is one of the leading science centers in the country
Christmas Village in Philadelphia 1501 John F. Kennedy Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-268-7606
An authentic German style Christmas market event in Philadelphia’s Love Park. This event runs from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve each Holiday season
Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA19130
215-763-8100
We are Philadelphia’s art museum. We bring the arts to life, inspiring visitorsthrough scholarly study and creative play
Franklin Square 6th and Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-629-4026
Family-friendly play place with Philadelphia- themed mini golf; Parx Liberty carousel; and SquareBurger with year-round events
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd
Norristown, PA 19401
610-277-3825
The zoo features over 100 species, many exotic and endangered
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc. 2027 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-236-5111
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site interprets the legacy of American criminal justice reform, from the nation’s founding through present day
Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-574-3550
America’s Oldest Theatre. The Walnut is also the official State Theatre of Pennsylvania, and National Historic Landmark
McGillin’s Olde Ale House 1310 Drury Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-735-5562
The oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia and one of the oldest in the country
Museum of American Revolution 101 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-253-6731
The museum explores the dramatic, surprising story of the American Revolution through artifacts; theatres; digital interactives; and immersive galleries
The Barnes Foundation 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-278-7060
A nonprofit cultural and educational institution, the Barnes Foundation was founded by Dr. Albert Barnes to promote the advancement of education and appreciation of the fine arts and horticulture
National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-409-6600
The Center serves as America’s leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling its congressional charter “to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution”
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-299-1000
Leading natural history museum dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in biodiversity and environmental science.
Once Upon a Nation/Historic Philadelphia Inc. 601 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-629-4026
Makes our nation’s history relevant and real through interpretation; interaction; and education, strengthening Greater Philadelphia’s role as the destination to experience American history
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens 1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-733-0309
A nonprofit and an immersive mixed media art environment that is completely covered with mosaics created by artist Isaiah Zagae
Independence Seaport Museum 211 S. Columbus Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-413-8655
Independence Seaport Museum deepens the appreciation and understanding of the Philadelphia region’s waterways through history; science; art; plus experiences on the water
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania 100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
215-247-5777
A 92-acre public garden that is the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial 62 Battleship Place
Camden, NJ 08103
856-966-1652
Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial offers rental space for social and business affairs, tours, group packages, educational programs, and overnights
Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
215-247-0476
Located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, this museum is dedicated to telling the story of the city’s art and artists
Brandywine Zoo 1001 N. Park Drive
Wilmington, DE 19802
302-571-7747
The purpose of this zoo is to provide a comprehensive program of conservation; education; and recreation to the citizens of the Brandywine Valley
Mutter Museum 19 S 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-560-8564
The Mütter Museum is a medical museum located in the Center City area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It contains a collection of anatomical and pathological specimens, wax models, and antique medical equipment. The museum is part of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia.

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