Camelia's Guidebook
Sightseeing
I recommend visiting the Philadelphia Zoo because “The Philadelphia Zoo, located in the Centennial District of Philadelphia, on the west bank of the Schuylkill River, was the first true zoo in the United States. It was chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on March 21, 1859, but its opening was delayed by the Civil War until July 1, 1874.” -Wikipedia
416 locals recommend
Philadelphia Zoo
3400 W Girard AveI recommend visiting the Philadelphia Zoo because “The Philadelphia Zoo, located in the Centennial District of Philadelphia, on the west bank of the Schuylkill River, was the first true zoo in the United States. It was chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on March 21, 1859, but its opening was delayed by the Civil War until July 1, 1874.” -Wikipedia
Love Park
Arch StreetTake a photo next to the iconic LOVE park sign.
Visit the “Rocky” steps and see if you can run all the way to the top too.
206 locals recommend
Rocky Steps
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyVisit the “Rocky” steps and see if you can run all the way to the top too.
Fairmount
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch StLiberty Bell
526 Market StLongwood Gardens
1001 Longwood RdIndependence Hall
520 Chestnut StShopping
Visit one of the largest outlet stores in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Mills
1455 Franklin Mills CirKing of Prussia
160 N Gulph RdHigh end stores and dining
Peddler's Village
100 Peddlers Village
Shoppes At Wissinoming
5597 Tulip StreetShops at Liberty Place
1625 Chestnut StNeshaminy Mall
707 Neshaminy MallTarget
456 N 5th StWalmart Supercenter
1675 S Christopher Columbus BlvdEntertainment
AMC Philadelphia Mills 14
1149 Franklin Mills Cir
Penn's Landing
Waterfront views, restaurants and entertainment
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Rd
Topgolf
2140 Byberry RoadDave & Buster's
325 N Christopher Columbus BlvdLucky Strike Philadelphia
1336 Chestnut StSix Flags Great Adventure
1 Six Flags BlvdNorth Bowl Lounge n Lanes
909 N 2nd StNeshaminy State Park
3401 State Rd.The Franklin Institute
222 N 20th StFood scene
Reading Terminal Market
1136 N 12th StVisit the most iconic food hall in Philadelphia
ShopRite of Aramingo Avenue
3745 Aramingo Ave
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
5597 Tulip StreetChickie's & Pete's
1526 Packer AveMISSION BBQ
120 Village DriveTexas Roadhouse
631 Berlin - Cross Keys RdChick-fil-A
400 Haddonfield RdMax's Steaks
3653 Germantown AveGreen Eggs Café
212 S 13th StThe Cheesecake Factory
931 Haddonfield RdThe Cheesecake Lady
910 Township Line RdJoe's Steaks + Soda Shop
6030 Torresdale AveBest cheesesteaks near the Suite
Silk City Lounge
435 Spring Garden StBreakfast Boutique
8630 Germantown Ave48th Street Grille
310 S 48th StYards Brewing Company
500 Spring Garden StYakitori Boy
211 N 11th StNeighborhoods
Old City District
231 Market StGreat restaurants to explore
China Town
Chestnut Hill
Fishtown
“Visitors who walk U-City’s busy sidewalks — it’s bordered by University Avenue to the south, Market Street to the north, 30th Street to the east and 38th Street on the west — uncover a fascinating palette of people and places, offering everything from a vibrant street-food scene and famous chef-run establishments to high-end art galleries and intimate late-night hangs.
An incredibly robust and diverse student population, which sprawls beyond U-City’s borders in all directions, contributes to the verve and energy of the everyday. However, it doesn’t take a backpack stuffed with textbooks to need a reason to tour this dynamic neighborhood.”
-Visit Philadelphia
50 locals recommend
University City
“Visitors who walk U-City’s busy sidewalks — it’s bordered by University Avenue to the south, Market Street to the north, 30th Street to the east and 38th Street on the west — uncover a fascinating palette of people and places, offering everything from a vibrant street-food scene and famous chef-run establishments to high-end art galleries and intimate late-night hangs.
An incredibly robust and diverse student population, which sprawls beyond U-City’s borders in all directions, contributes to the verve and energy of the everyday. However, it doesn’t take a backpack stuffed with textbooks to need a reason to tour this dynamic neighborhood.”
-Visit Philadelphia
“Northern Liberties has shed the label “up-and-coming” and undoubtedly arrived. This former manufacturing district first started turning heads in the early ’90s when a progressive, artist-heavy flock migrated north from Old City, lured by the neighborhood’s inherent charm and affordable studio space.
The commingling of like-minded residents and entrepreneurs led to a quirky network of bars, restaurants and boutiques within neighborhood limits — Girard Avenue and Callowhill Street north and south, the Delaware River and 6th Street east and west.”
-Visit Philadelphia
69 locals recommend
Northern Liberties
“Northern Liberties has shed the label “up-and-coming” and undoubtedly arrived. This former manufacturing district first started turning heads in the early ’90s when a progressive, artist-heavy flock migrated north from Old City, lured by the neighborhood’s inherent charm and affordable studio space.
The commingling of like-minded residents and entrepreneurs led to a quirky network of bars, restaurants and boutiques within neighborhood limits — Girard Avenue and Callowhill Street north and south, the Delaware River and 6th Street east and west.”
-Visit Philadelphia
Liberty Point
211 South Christopher Columbus BoulevardWaterfront views with great menu selections
Gym
Blink Fitness
5597 Tulip StreetGas
Wawa
5597 Tulip Street