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Philadelphia
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Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Carpenters' Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Carpenters' Hall. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
National Museum of American Jewish History
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Second Bank of the Us
You can study the exhibits at Second Bank of the Us, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Penn's Landing
Are you interested in fascinating museums, great live music and acclaimed art galleries? A visit to Penn's Landing might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like RiverLink Ferry and Penn's Landing.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
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- Independence National Historical Park
- Betsy Ross House
- Penn's Landing
- Elfreth's Alley
- Historic Arch Street Meeting House
- Philadelphia's Gay Bingo
- Carpenters' Hall
- National Museum of American Jewish History
- Arden Theater Company
- Hudson Beach Glass Philadelphia
- Old St. Augustine's
- Marine Corps Memorial Museum
- Second Bank of the Us
- National Portrait Gallery
- Bishop White House
- Christ Church
- Second Bank of the United States
- Fireman's Hall
- Chemical Heritage Foundation Museum
- Benjamin Franklin Bridge
- Independence Mall
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