Historic Philadelphia
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Explore Historic Philadelphia
Explore where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed!
<p>The first World Heritage City in the U.S., Philadelphia has 67 National Historical Landmarks in what’s called the nation’s “most historic square mile.” Tour Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Declaration of Independence and United States Constitution were debated and adopted. See the Liberty Bell, the symbol of American independence that was once located in the steeple of Independence Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in America – one of Philadelphia’s most Instagram-worthy spots.</p><p>Philadelphia is home to iconic locations and artifacts that tell the story of America’s founding in a way no other place can match.</p>
Old City Philadelphia
American Philosophical Society
America’s oldest learned society, presenting exhibitions exploring the
intersections of history, science and art, drawn from the society’s wide-ranging
collections.
America’s oldest learned society, presenting exhibitions exploring the intersections of history, science and art, drawn from the society’s wide-ranging collections.
Benjamin Franklin Museum
Explore Franklin’s life and character in the Benjamin Franklin Museum. The
museum features artifacts, computer animations and interactive displays.
Explore Franklin’s life and character in the Benjamin Franklin Museum. The museum features artifacts, computer animations and interactive displays.
Betsy Ross House
Visit the home of America’s most famous flagmaker! Meet Betsy Ross, enjoy
kid-friendly exhibits and stay for lunch and storytelling in the shady courtyard
Visit the home of America’s most famous flagmaker! Meet Betsy Ross, enjoy kid-friendly exhibits and stay for lunch and storytelling in the shady courtyard
Christ Church Burial Ground
Georgian architectural treasure attended by the founding fathers. The burial
ground is the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin.
Georgian architectural treasure attended by the founding fathers. The burial ground is the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin.
Elfreth's Alley
Elfreth’s Alley, built 1728-1836, is one of only three preserved 18th-century
streetscapes in the country. The museum tells the story of ordinary
Philadelphians over the last three centuries
Elfreth’s Alley, built 1728-1836, is one of only three preserved 18th-century streetscapes in the country. The museum tells the story of ordinary Philadelphians over the last three centuries
Fireman's Hall Museum
Learn firefighting history and fire safety tips at a restored 1902 firehouse
filled with apparatus, traditional and interactive exhibits. Just behind
Elfreth’s Alley.
Learn firefighting history and fire safety tips at a restored 1902 firehouse filled with apparatus, traditional and interactive exhibits. Just behind Elfreth’s Alley.
Independence Hall
This historic site, originally built as the Pennsylvania State House, is where
the Declaration of Independence was adopted and where the U.S. Constitution was
written.
This historic site, originally built as the Pennsylvania State House, is where the Declaration of Independence was adopted and where the U.S. Constitution was written.
Liberty Bell
An iconic symbol of freedom, the Liberty Bell is on display in the Liberty Bell
Center. Tickets are not required and access is granted 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., every
day. Entrance is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
An iconic symbol of freedom, the Liberty Bell is on display in the Liberty Bell Center. Tickets are not required and access is granted 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day. Entrance is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Museum of the American Revolution
Using artifacts and powerful exhibits, the Museumexplores the Revolution from
the roots of conflict inthe 1760s through the creation of the American nation.
Using artifacts and powerful exhibits, the Museumexplores the Revolution from the roots of conflict inthe 1760s through the creation of the American nation.
National Museum of American Jewish History
The National Museum of American Jewish History (nmajh.org) illuminates the
trials, stories and triumphs of Jewish immigrants throughout history. Visitors
are able to experience the first floor at no cost, including the “Only in
America Gallery” and the “Hall of Fame,” which celebrates remarkable
achievements by 18 American Jews, including Albert Einstein and Estée Lauder.
The National Museum of American Jewish History (nmajh.org) illuminates the trials, stories and triumphs of Jewish immigrants throughout history. Visitors are able to experience the first floor at no cost, including the “Only in America Gallery” and the “Hall of Fame,” which celebrates remarkable achievements by 18 American Jews, including Albert Einstein and Estée Lauder.
New Hall Military Museum
First built by the Carpenters’ Company to provide rental space, the building now
houses a museum about the Army, Navy and Marines from 1775 – 1800.
First built by the Carpenters’ Company to provide rental space, the building now houses a museum about the Army, Navy and Marines from 1775 – 1800.
Oldest Hospital Pennsylvania Hospital Pine Building
Visit the nation’s first hospital, founded in 1751 by Benjamin Franklin and Dr.
Thomas Bond. Tour includes the nation’s first surgical ampitheater and medical
library.
Visit the nation’s first hospital, founded in 1751 by Benjamin Franklin and Dr. Thomas Bond. Tour includes the nation’s first surgical ampitheater and medical library.
Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The names of 645 local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice are etched in
black marble. Scenes of the war make silent and sobering testimony to the lists
of fallen heroes
The names of 645 local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice are etched in black marble. Scenes of the war make silent and sobering testimony to the lists of fallen heroes
President's House Site
History of the original executive mansion of Washington and Adams, including the
obscured story of enslaved Africans in the house during Washington’s presidency
History of the original executive mansion of Washington and Adams, including the obscured story of enslaved Africans in the house during Washington’s presidency
Science History Institute
Discover the science in your life. Explore the amazing successes, astonishing
failures and strange surprises behind the scientific discoveries that changed
our world.
Discover the science in your life. Explore the amazing successes, astonishing failures and strange surprises behind the scientific discoveries that changed our world.
Second Bank of the United States Portrait Gallery
This bank, an excellent example of Greek Revival architecture, now houses a
collection of 185 late-18th- and early-19thcentury portraits.
This bank, an excellent example of Greek Revival architecture, now houses a collection of 185 late-18th- and early-19thcentury portraits.
United States Mint
See the first coining press used to strike our nation’s first coins at the
United States Mint. All tours are self-guided and do not require a reservation.
Admission is free.
See the first coining press used to strike our nation’s first coins at the United States Mint. All tours are self-guided and do not require a reservation. Admission is free.
Historic and Scenic Views
One Liberty Observation Deck
One Liberty Observation Deck features stunning 360-degree panoramic views of
Philly from the Top. Enjoy free guided tours with admission, open daily, morning
noon and night
See what makes Philadelphia so special from 883 feet in the air and look towards where The United States were founded!
Rocky Statue
The monumental ROCKY Statue, created by A. Thomas Schomberg for Sylvester
Stallone’s movie Rocky III, is located at the base of the steps of the
Philadelphia Museum of Art
The monumental ROCKY Statue, created by A. Thomas Schomberg for Sylvester Stallone’s movie Rocky III, is located at the base of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Rocky Steps
The site of the famous running of the stairs by Rocky Balboa in the Rocky films.
Enjoy the amazing view of Philadelphia at the top.
The site of the famous running of the stairs by Rocky Balboa in the Rocky films. Enjoy the amazing view of Philadelphia at the top.
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Found at the southern end of Broad Street, The Navy Yard is a former military
shipyard now home to a variety of corporate offices. Still docked throughout the
campus are a series of naval warships dubbed the “mothball fleet,” offering
visitors unique, up-close photo ops of cruisers, frigates, aircraft carriers and
more
Found at the southern end of Broad Street, The Navy Yard is a former military shipyard now home to a variety of corporate offices. Still docked throughout the campus are a series of naval warships dubbed the “mothball fleet,” offering visitors unique, up-close photo ops of cruisers, frigates, aircraft carriers and more
City Hall
Perhaps one of the most iconic views in the city comes via South Broad Street’s
median. Cross onto the median at Walnut Street and point your lens north for a
stunning view of the historic City Hall, positioned perfectly in the center of
the street.
Perhaps one of the most iconic views in the city comes via South Broad Street’s median. Cross onto the median at Walnut Street and point your lens north for a stunning view of the historic City Hall, positioned perfectly in the center of the street.
Boathouse Row
Located just west of the Philadelphia Museum of Art along the banks of the
Schuylkill River are these picturesque boathouses, which serve as the clubhouses
for local university teams
Located just west of the Philadelphia Museum of Art along the banks of the Schuylkill River are these picturesque boathouses, which serve as the clubhouses for local university teams
The Mütter Museum at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is the country’s oldest professional
medical organization and home to the Mütter Museum and Historical Medical
Library
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is the country’s oldest professional medical organization and home to the Mütter Museum and Historical Medical Library
Love Park
: Snap a selfie in front of Robert Indiana’s famous LOVE statue in LOVE PARK
Although outside of the historic district a can't miss visit!