Where To Stay In Philadelphia
Courtyard by Marriott
1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19112
This stylish hotel is perfectly placed between Philadelphia Airport and the city center, inside Philly’s urban Navy Yard district. The 24/7 fitness center and all-day hotel restaurant mean your every need is catered for, whatever time of day. Meanwhile, the spacious suites offer a relaxing space with free Wi-Fi and premium cable TV.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Next to Independence National Historical Park, the Kimpton Hotel Monaco features over 250 uniquely designed guest rooms in an enviable central location. There’s also a delightful rooftop lounge to relax in after a day discovering the city.
Sofitel Philadelphia
120 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Close to Rittenhouse Square, this elegant hotel houses a collection of lavish rooms and special king suites to reserve. Each feature modern décor and have all the amenities you’d need. It’s also perfectly located close to Center City.
Where To Eat In Philadelphia
Zahav
237 St James Place, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Zahav serves the finest Israeli cuisine in the Old City district – and has its own published cookbook to prove it. Experience unique flavors, including laffa bread and hummus, with grilled lamb merguez main – served with delicious beet-pickled turnips.
Ristorante Pesto
1915 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Authentic Italian dishes, lovingly prepared with fresh ingredients in a family-owned trattoria – what’s not to love about Ristorante Pesto? Their pasta dishes, particularly their lobster and shrimp linguine alla scogliera, are an essential dining treat to try when in town.
The Dandelion
124 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Transport yourself to the busy streets of London at this British pub in the heart of Philly. Each nook is bursting with quirky character, from the rustic jugs hanging from the ceiling to the antique paintings and trinkets adjourning the walls. Enjoy a tasty lunchtime treat of scones and jam or visit on a Sunday for a traditional roast dinner.
What To See And Do In Philadelphia
Reading Terminal Market
51 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Head to Philly’s Center City in Downtown to browse the stalls of the Reading Terminal Market and rub shoulders with the locals. It’s one of the longest-running and most eclectic public markets in America. Merchants sell everything from local-baked goods, meats and cheeses, to independently made clothes and garments.
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106
The city comes alive in wintertime, particularly down by the waterfront at Penn’s Landing. Head to Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest from late November to early March to grace the Olympic-sized ice rink and glide alongside friends. Then kick back with a warming drink near the fire pits in the outdoor seating area.
The Franklin Institute
222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
The interactive sessions, IMAX screens and live exhibits of this museum make learning about technology, science and astronomy fun for people of all ages. Outside in the rotunda is the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, an impressive 20-foot statue remembering the inventor, writer and – of course – founding father.