Philadelphia is one of the country's oldest and most historic cities. It is where our nation was founded in 1776. It was also the first capital of the United States. The Greater Philadelphia area has so many things to see and do. Whether you want to visit historic old city or visit one of the world's top botanical gardens (Longwood Gardens), we're sure that you will enjoy your visit to the area.
1. Frommer's Philadelphia and the Amish Country
From the historic areas of old city to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Frommer's covers it all. There is a special section dealing solely with Lancaster County.
2. Insight Guide Philadelphia
This traveler's guide is a joint project of Insight Guides and the Discovery Channel. The main part of the text is a guide to sightseeing in Philadelphia and the surrounding area. The features section covers the area's history and culture in a series of essays. The travel tips section provides information on travel, lodging, shops, and restaurants.3. Fodor's Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country
Fodor's Philadelphia is a great guide to Philadelphia and the surrounding area, including Lancaster County. From day planners to tips on the best restaurants and hotels, Fodor's has it all.4. Daytrips: Pennsylvania Dutch Country and Philadelphia
A great book featuring 50 one-day excursions using Philadelphia as the base including such locations as the Jersey Shore, the Poconos and Bucks County.5. Access Philadelphia
Organized by the 28 neighborhoods of Philadelphia, this is an easy to use source of information with detailed maps, restaurants rated by price and ambience, notes on history and architecture.6. Quick Escapes: Philadelphia
This book contains 24 quick and convenient mini-vacations to take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city whether it be down to the shore or up in the Poconos.7. The Philadelphia Inquirer's Guide to Historic Philadelphia
This book is divided into twelve chapters, each outlining a different walking tour of Philadelphia. The tours included are "The Nation's Most Historic Square Mile", "Society Hill", "Penn's Landing", and nine more.8. Zagatsurvey 2003/2004: Philadelphia Restaurants
If you plan to spend any time in Philadelphia, this book will tell you the best places to eat in each area of the city and by type of cuisine.9. Philadelphia: A Photographic Tour
Combining classic old photographs and stunning new color shots, this book really gives a feel for what Philadelphia is all about.10. Moon Handbooks: Pennsylvania
While covering the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the book includes lots of valuable information on the Greater Philadelphia area.