{"id":10099,"date":"2022-08-29T14:45:32","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T14:45:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?p=10099"},"modified":"2026-03-04T13:21:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T13:21:15","slug":"what-to-do-in-philadelphia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/what-to-do-in-philadelphia\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Philadelphia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Philadelphia is one of America\u2019s most important cities. It is full of history, and the same city boasts of being a cultural epicenter, with influence in art and music around the world. A trip to Philadelphia is a great way of experiencing American history and a myriad of attractions that include museums, parks, recreation centers and amazing restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you get to Philadelphia, you\u2019ll want to get a rental car for the best experience. A<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/philadelphia\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/philadelphia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Philadelphia car rental<\/a> will allow you to explore comfortably and conveniently. Choose a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/luxury-cars\/\">premium sedan<\/a> to cruise the city center in style, or take your family on a history tour in an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/luxury-cars\/\">SUV<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button small\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/philadelphia\/philadelphia-intl-airport\/\">Book in Philadelphia Airport<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#independence\">1. Independence Hall<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#art\">2. Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#liberty\">3. Liberty Bell Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#reading\">4. Reading Terminal Market<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#love\">5. LOVE Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#zoo\">6. Philadelphia Zoo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#rodin\">7. Rodin Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#touch\">8. Please Touch Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#franklin\">9. The Franklin Institute Science Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#eastern\">10. Eastern State Penitentiary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in Philadelphia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1kgSRp-BipFboxs5phpPLqGLLRZigTqk&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" 0=\"height='450'&gt;&lt;\/iframe\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must-see attractions in Philadelphia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"independence\">1. Independence Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in American history, then Independence Hall is a must-visit. Under the roof of this red-brick Georgian-style building is where the American forefathers met, debated, drafted and signed the American Declaration of Independence and Constitution. Independence Hall has great exhibitions; among them are surviving copies of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Articles of Confederation. You\u2019ll want to book a tour at the rangers\u2019 desk for an in-depth look at American history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/independence-hall-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"a field of tulips in front of of red brick and white independence hall in philadelphia\" class=\"wp-image-10557 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/independence-hall-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/independence-hall-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/independence-hall-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/independence-hall.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: f11photo on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>599 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19106<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/inde\/planyourvisit\/independencehall.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\">tickets are required<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/inde\/planyourvisit\/independencehall.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"art\">2. Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This museum is home to one of the largest collections of paintings and other artwork in the US. It is also where you can find the \u201cRocky\u201d steps, and fans of the movie franchise will love getting a picture on the steps with the famous pose from the movie. The art museum features several galleries, with the medieval gallery being particularly popular. You\u2019ll see artwork by famous painters in other rooms, such as Van Gogh, Degas, Manet and Toulouse-Lautrec. There\u2019s also a collection of American art featuring one of the best, Thomas Eakins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philly-art-museum-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"statues in front of philadelphia museum of art entrance at night\" class=\"wp-image-10558 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philly-art-museum-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philly-art-museum-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philly-art-museum-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philly-art-museum.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/684;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Songquan Deng on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philamuseum.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.philamuseum.org\/visit\/locations-hours\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"liberty\">3. Liberty Bell Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For several decades now, the Liberty Bell has been a symbol of freedom and independence in the United States. The bell sits in a glass pavilion in Independence National Historical Park. History buffs will enjoy seeing the bell that was used to mark important historical events, such as the Declaration of Independence. You\u2019ll have to be there to know the story behind the bell\u2019s big crack, which came happened in 1846 (Hint: It involved a birthday).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/liberty-bell-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"close up of the black metal liberty bell in philadelphia with a crack in it\" class=\"wp-image-10559 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/liberty-bell-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/liberty-bell-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/liberty-bell-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/liberty-bell.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Marcelo Rodrigues on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>101 S. Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free, although security screening is required<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/inde\/planyourvisit\/libertybellcenter.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>1 hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reading\">4. Reading Terminal Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a taste of local produce, baked goods and coffee, head to Reading Terminal Market. The market is below the Reading Railroad\u2019s train station, another historic landmark, and hosts over 80 vendors. Here you\u2019ll find all tastes and flavors, from Greek to Thai to Mexican. You can also try Amish specialties and eat a Philly cheese steak. There are also arts and crafts on sale, should you want a souvenir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/reading-terminal-market-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"blue sign with reading terminal market in white with red neon\" class=\"wp-image-10560 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/reading-terminal-market-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/reading-terminal-market-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/reading-terminal-market-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/reading-terminal-market.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Katherine Jianas on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>51 N. 12th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/readingterminalmarket.org\/about-us\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"love\">5. LOVE Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an Instagram-worthy picture or want to rest your tired legs, the John F. Kennedy Plaza, also known as LOVE Park, is not to be missed. Designed by Edmond Bacon, father of the actor Kevin Bacon, LOVE Park is one of Philly\u2019s highlights. It\u2019s home to the world-renowned LOVE statue, and the plaza has undergone recent renovations that have seen it add a water feature, green space and a welcome center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"668\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/love-park-1024x668.jpg\" alt=\"Red love sign with tall buildings in the background against blue sky\" class=\"wp-image-10561 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/love-park-1024x668.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/love-park-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/love-park-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/love-park.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/668;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Zack Frank on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19102<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Open 24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>1 hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zoo\">6. Philadelphia Zoo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This was the first to open in the country, making it the oldest one in the US. More than 1,300 animals call the Philadelphia Zoo home, and there\u2019s plenty to keep you and your kids entertained. The zoo has different sections, and in the PECO Primate Reserve, you\u2019ll come face to face with gorillas and orangutans, while the KeyBank Big Cat Falls is home to several lions, jaguars, and tigers. Other popular stops are the African Plains, Bear Country and Tortoise Trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philadelphia-zoo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"close up of bald eagle\" class=\"wp-image-10562 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philadelphia-zoo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philadelphia-zoo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philadelphia-zoo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/philadelphia-zoo.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A bald eagle at the zoo. Photo: Ethan Quin on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/phillyzoo.pivvit.com\/p\/reserve-tickets\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/philadelphiazoo.org\/hours-directions-parking\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rodin\">7. Rodin Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rodin Museum is home to the largest collection of Rodin\u2019s works outside Paris. The Rodin Museum has over 150 bronze, plaster and marble sculptures made by Auguste Rodin. The collection takes you through the highlights of the artist\u2019s career, including The Kiss. The museum itself is found inside a beautiful building, and on the neatly manicured lawns you\u2019ll find Rodin\u2019s other popular works, such as The Thinker and The Gates of Hell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/rodin-museum-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"light brown outside of the rodin museum in philadelphia with a reflecting pool and trees\" class=\"wp-image-10563 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/rodin-museum-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/rodin-museum-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/rodin-museum-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/rodin-museum.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/685;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Rodin Museum in Philadelphia. Photo: Felix Lipov on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2151 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rodinmuseum.org\/visit#location-hours\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>1 to 2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"touch\">8. Please Touch Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a hands-on children\u2019s museum and a must-visit if your kids join your Philadelphia tour. The museum has a lot of exhibits, all of which are fun. In one, you\u2019ll be taken to Wonderland for a cup of tea with the Mad Hatter, and in another, you\u2019re learning about the properties of water in the River Adventures exhibit. The Please Touch Museum also hosts plenty of events and has a caf\u00e9 on-site for when hunger sets in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA 19131<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pleasetouchmuseum.org\/visit\/online-reservations\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pleasetouchmuseum.org\/visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"franklin\">9. The Franklin Institute Science Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet another museum that your kids will enjoy. The Franklin Institute has something for everyone, including you. Interactive displays help visitors learn about everything from physics to astronomy. It is a fun place, with a movie theater inside the building as well as several escape rooms. Other great spots inside the Franklin Institute are the SportsZone and Fels Planetarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fi.edu\/pricing\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fi.edu\/hours-showtimes\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eastern\">10. Eastern State Penitentiary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The castle-like state penitentiary is one of Philadelphia\u2019s most historic sites. Opened in 1929, the Eastern State penitentiary sought to reform prisoners using isolation and reflection rather than capital punishment and physical abuse. The facility closed in the 1970s and has now transformed into a tourist attraction, with one of the highlights being gangster Al Capone\u2019s cell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/eastern-state-penitentiary-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"dark view of the cellblock of abandoned eastern state penitentiary\" class=\"wp-image-10564 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/eastern-state-penitentiary-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/eastern-state-penitentiary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/eastern-state-penitentiary-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/08\/eastern-state-penitentiary.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An interior corridor in the penitentiary. Photo: Chang Lee on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.easternstate.org\/webstore\/\/shop\/viewItems.aspx?cg=Store&amp;c=TICKETS\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.easternstate.org\/daytime-prison-tours\/plan-your-visit\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in Philadelphia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the city itself, Philadelphia\u2019s restaurant scene is strong, inventive and diverse. As you explore the museums, theaters, and attractions that Philly offers, here are some of the top restaurants you should check out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jamaican D\u2019s Caribbean &amp; American Restaurant:<\/strong> There\u2019s always a line outside Jamaican D\u2019s on Chelten Avenue. The reason is the caramelized plantains, savory collard greens and creamy mac and cheese &#8211; all great complements to their delectable jerk chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Down North Pizza:<\/strong> A city is just as great as its pizza, and Philly is sitting at the top thanks to the pies served at Down North Pizza. The Detroit-style pizzas are perfectly executed with a thick crust and are named after Philadelphia\u2019s musicians and their songs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kalaya Thai Kitchen: <\/strong>Sitting in the heart of the Italian Market, Kalaya serves delectable Thai dishes in a welcoming atmosphere. After a day shopping at the Italian market, settle down for some Kang Pae served with jasmine rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bloomsday:<\/strong> This is the place for a great night out in Philadelphia. Whether it\u2019s wine, beer or craft cocktails, Bloomsday serves them all. And during the day, they have a kitchen serving pub fare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enjoy your trip with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/luxury-cars\/\">exotic car<\/a> for a long time, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/weekly-car-rental\/\">weekly rental cars<\/a> from SIXT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More about Philadelphia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/day-trips-from-philadelphia\/\">5 Day Trips from Philadelphia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/where-to-park-in-philadelphia\/\">Where to Park in Philadelphia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/driving-from-boston-to-philadelphia\/\">Driving from Boston to Philadelphia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Philadelphia is one of America\u2019s most important cities. 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