Top 10 Experiences
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Northern Liberties One of the hottest neighborhoods in the city has trendy shops, art galleries, an open-air piazza with relaxing outdoor dining and Philadelphia's first casino. |
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Philadelphia Museum of Art Collections that span 2,000 years of human creativity from around the world and acclaimed exhibitions make this one of the country's premier cultural institutions inside one of Philadelphia's most iconic buildings. |
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Reading Terminal Market Overflowing with more than 80 food vendors, flower shops and crafts booths, the nation's oldest operating farmers' market, housed inside a historic train terminal, offers authentic local flavors and Pennsylvania Dutch specialties. |
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Barnes Foundation The world's largest private collection of Post-Impressionist paintings (including 180 Renoirs) opens in a new museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in 2012. |
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Elferth's Alley Thirty-two of the oldest homes still occupied in the United States line this cobblestone block where Colonial artisans and historical figures resided. Take a stroll and visit the street's museum. |
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The Mural Arts Program Philadelphia has the country's largest public art program, which has produced more than 3,000 works since its inception. Take a guided tour or walk The Mural Mile, a colorful route showcasing 17 of Center City's most notable murals. |
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National Constitution Center The only museum in the world dedicated to the U.S. Constitution tells the document's story through a stirring live theater-in-the-round, interactive displays and artifacts inside a grand building in Independence National Historical Park. |
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Independence National Historic Park Explore the story of America's founding during a tour of the United States' Most Historic Square Mile, which includes more than a dozen important historic sites and attractions, including the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall and the President's House. Begin your tour at the Independence Visitor Center. |
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Avenue of the Arts The Avenue of the Arts is one of the most exciting streets in the region. It's home to more than 50 arts and cultural venues, including the spectacular Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, as well as dining and shopping destinations. |
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Tax Free Shopping Center City Philadelphia boasts thousands of retailers as well as specialty shopping districts like Antique and Jewelers Rows, exclusive boutiques, tax-free clothing and shoe shopping and other great deals. Brand-name stores can also be found at King of Prussia Mall and Philadelphia Premium Outlets. |
