Philly Tourism and Attractions
Take a tour of Philadelphia's most beloved museums and historical destinations. Whether you're visiting the city for the first time or you're a resident who's never seen the sights, Philadelphia Sightseeing is your ticket to understanding the city's past, present and future!
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StreetTalkin.com hosted by Jess Conda show you one of the hottest tourist sightseeing locations in Philadelphia for the science lover. Galileo, the Medici and the Age of Astronomy at the Franklin... more
StreetTalkin.com with Jess Conda give you a sneak peek of the Star Trek Expedition now at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Star Trek Philadelphia is the perfect stop on your sightseeing... more
The true flavor of Philadelphia is here at the Italian Market. One of the oldest and largest out door market in the U.S. Predominantly Italian it has the best of many cultures and cuisines to... more
Today, Reading Terminal Market is once again the gastronomic bazaar that its original planners had envisioned. Many of the historic Market stands survived the reconstruction and are once again... more
Philadelphia is the Only Venue for a Major Exhibition Exploring Cézanne’s Impact on Artists of Succeeding Generations In 1907, the French painter Paul Cézanne’s posthumous retrospective... more
America I AM: The African American Imprint The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia proudly hosts the world debut of the America I AM: The African American Imprint exhibition, celebrating... more
Valley Forge National Historic Park The picturesque, rolling hillsides of 3,600-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park are a peaceful reminder of freedom won by men’s sacrifices long ago.... more
Welcome to the National Constitution Center, America’s only museum dedicated to the United States Constitution. Like the revolutionary document itself, the museum is completely unique. ... more
The Philadelphia Zoo’s 42-acre Victorian garden is home to more than 1,300 animals, many of them rare and endangered. The Zoo, fulfilling its mission of conservation, science, education and... more
MURAL ARTS PROGRAM TURNS 25 Thirteen-Month Celebration Begins with Mural Arts Month in October PHILADELPHIA – September 23, 2008 – Beginning during Mural Arts Month in October 2008, the... more
Lights of Liberty Show Hold on to your headsets youre about to join a Revolution! Here at the Lights of Liberty Show, Philadelphias nighttime sound and light spectacular, youll experience the... more
Please Touch Museum Please Touch Museum caps a 32-year growth spurt and an $88 million restoration of a National Historic Landmark when it opens its newly renovated and expanded museum at Memorial... more
Independence Seaport Museum Enjoy a fun day on the Delaware River at Independence Seaport Museum on Penns Landing where you can discover the fascinating maritime heritage and contemporary stories... more
The Franklin Institute On January 1st, 1934, The Franklin Institute opened to the public. The Franklin’s hands-on approach to science and technology, combined with the Fels Planetarium,... more
Independence After Hours Adventure Tour This evening walking tour visits some of the landmarks of Philadelphias Historic District and is populated with Colonial characters who bring history... more
Battleship New Jersey BB62 was built at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and launched December 7, 1942- just a year after the Pearl Harbor Attack brought America into WWII. The USS NEW JERSEY... more
Longwood Gardens Welcome to Longwood Gardens. . . .Located just outside of Philadelphia in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, Longwood is one of the worlds great gardens, renowned for its exquisite... more
The Betsy Ross House Welcome to the Betsy Ross House home of Americas most famous flagmaker! Theres so much to see and do here. Tour the House, meet Betsy, in person, check out our changing... more
American Historical Swedish Museum Believe it or not South Philadelphia is a hot spot of sorts for all things Swedish. The next time you are at the Sports Complex, or IKEA for that matter, come... more
While many Philadelphians stroll along the Delaware waterfront simply to enjoy the view, there is more here at Penns Landing than meets the eye. A number of historic vessels help evoke Philadelphias... more
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia Did you ever feel like someone was watching you? Did the hair on the back of your neck ever stand up for no reason? Did you ever catch a glimpse of someone or something,... more
Insectarium Philadelphia’s only all-bug museum! Welcome to the Insectarium! Philadelphia’s only all-bug museum, and the largest insect museum in the nation! We have thousands of... more
