Philadelphia

The Liberty Bell, a 2,000-pound (907-kilogram) piece of American history, was forged in London’s Whitechapel Foundry and now resides in the Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia. Commissioned in 1752, the […]

Set within Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, the Second Bank of the United States served as the country’s national bank from 1816 to 1833. This Greek Revival building, with its […]

Congress Hall, located in Philadelphia, served as the home of the U.S. Congress from 1790 to 1800, following the American Revolutionary War when Philadelphia was declared the capital city. This […]

The President’s House, situated in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, marks the site where the nation’s first presidents once resided. Erected in 2010, this open-air gallery delves into the complex […]

Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Betsy Ross House stands as a testament to the early days of American history. According to legend, it was here that Betsy Ross, […]

Following the Revolutionary War, America’s founding fathers established their original government in Philadelphia, with a key goal of creating a single currency and a national bank to bolster the nation. […]

Founded in 1695, Christ Church stands as one of Philadelphia’s oldest and most significant religious landmarks, nestled in the heart of Old City. This historic church was once a place […]

Completed in 1775, Carpenters’ Hall stands as a significant landmark within Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park. Best known for hosting the First Continental Congress in 1774, this historic building has […]

Nestled in the heart of historical Philadelphia, the Dolley Todd House dates back to 1775 and once served as the home of Dolley Madison, who would later become the First […]

Situated within Independence National Historical Park, the Independence Visitor Center serves as Philadelphia’s official gateway to its Revolutionary War landmarks. This center provides essential tourism resources, including tickets to key […]

Elfreth’s Alley, dating back to 1702, is often referred to as the oldest residential street in the United States. Nestled in Philadelphia, this National Historic Landmark and living museum showcases […]

Washington Square Park, one of the five green spaces originally planned by William Penn, the founder of the colony of Pennsylvania, has a rich and varied history. Initially used for […]

While many are familiar with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Philadelphia’s own monument honors the fallen heroes of the American Revolutionary War. Located in Washington […]

Reading Terminal Market, one of Philadelphia’s oldest and most popular destinations for food lovers, has been catering to visitors since the 1860s. Located just steps from Jefferson Station and the […]

Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, the National Constitution Center is a sprawling, tech-savvy museum dedicated to honoring and exploring the United States Constitution, ratified in 1788. This supreme law […]

Philadelphia Old City Hall, a historic site in the heart of the city, served as the home of the first US Supreme Court from 1791 to 1800, during Philadelphia’s tenure […]

The Rodin Museum, an extension of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, is home to the largest collection of works by French sculptor Auguste Rodin outside of Paris. Located in Philadelphia, […]

Philadelphia City Hall, located in the heart of Center City at the intersection of Broad and Market streets, stands as a prominent landmark visible from all over town. Constructed in […]

At the base of the steps leading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the larger-than-life bronze Rocky Statue stands with both arms raised, a tribute to the fictional boxer Rocky […]

The final resting place of American founding father Benjamin Franklin is located on the northwest corner of the Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia, a site that also houses the […]

The United States Mint in Philadelphia offers a unique glimpse into the process of creating money. Located in the heart of the city, this historic facility features glass-lined hallways elevated […]

Independence National Historical Park, known as ‘America’s most historic square mile,’ is located in Philadelphia’s Old City and Society Hill neighborhoods. This park encompasses key landmarks from the Revolutionary War […]

First opened in 1976 to commemorate the bicentennial, Franklin Court is an indoor-outdoor museum in Philadelphia, situated on the site where Benjamin Franklin once lived. The original home was demolished […]

Nestled between Columbus Boulevard and the Delaware River on Philadelphia’s east side, Penn’s Landing is a narrow but historically significant waterfront area. In 1682, this site welcomed William Penn, the […]