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From museums to casinos, kids activities to parks and more, discover interesting attractions in Greater Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Independence Hall in Philadelphia

Visiting Independence Hall

Mural Arts in Philadelphia

Tours and History of Murals in Philadelphia

The Italian Market in Philadelphia

The Italian Market in Philadelphia is one of the oldest and largest outdoor markets in the United States. It remains one of the best places in the city to find great food in a unique setting.

Vally Forge National Historic Park in Summertime

Summer is the best time to visit Valley Forge.

Original White House

The nation's first white house was in Philadelphia. This historic site in Philadelphia aims to explore the conflicting history of freedom and slavery in early United States history.

Historic Germantown in Philadelphia

Home to stops on the Underground Railroad, Philadelphia’s only Revolutionary War battle, and the country’s first paper mill, Germantown is rich with history.

Eastern State Penitentiary

Discover Philadelphia's once-abandoned and supposedly haunted prison.

Walking Tour of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is also known as the Museum District. The broad, diagonal street connects City Hall with the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Lined with flowers, sculptures, and flags from around the world.

SugarHouse Casino

Philadelphia's first casino, open 24 hours a day.

Valley Forge National Historic Park

Valley Forge National Historic Park offers a glimpse into American history amid a picturesque 3,600-acre landscape.

The Top 10 Historic Philadelpia Attractions

Philadelphia's Old City area is filled with original Revolutionary War buildings, museums and more. Find out which ones are not to be missed.

Franklin Institute in Philadelphia

Franklin Institute in Philadelphia - The Franklin Museum

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