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National Museum of American Jewish History

The completed National Museum of American Jewish History at 5th and Market Credit: Jeff Goldberg/Esto for Ennead Architects

It’s just one square mile, but the area between Front to 7th Streets and Spruce to Race Streets covers three different neighborhoods, all jam packed with restaurants, galleries, shops and attractions. Each puts its own distinctive spin on history. And together, they make up Historic Philadelphia.

Here America’s most sacred historic sites (the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall) stand side-by-side with the hustle and bustle of a 21st-century city.

Old City brims with shops, cafes, restaurants and bars while Society Hill welcome visitors to stroll their cobblestone streets and take in the architecture of the centuries-old homes, churches and landmarks that make the neighborhood so picturesque.

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Independence National Historical Park / Historic District / Historic Philadelphia / Old City

The Independence Visitor Center is the perfect place to begin your visit to the Philadelphia region.

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    Philadelphia is an art lover’s kind of town—one that’s bursting with beauty on the inside and out. The region boasts one of the country’s top five art museums, the world’s greatest collection of Impressionist works, an internationally lauded public arts initiative and some under-the-radar gems, all waiting to be explored, experienced and pondered at a pace that’s all your own. More

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    A Weekend in Historic Philadelphia…on a Budget

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    Romantic New Year’s Weekend Itinerary

    Turn off your cell phone, and start 2011 with a long romantic weekend in Philadelphia. New Year’s weekend is packed with activity so you can join in the fun or sneak off together for some quality couple time. More

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