Historic Attractions
Map all locationsThe paths to understanding American history all converge in Philadelphia and its historic countryside. Even before William Penn founded the city and built his estate in Bucks County, Native Americans and Swedish colonists recognized the region as an attractive place for trade and settlement.
Here Americans defended their liberty, achieved technological success, and forged the ideals of the American Dream. Today’s visitor can enjoy the legacy from more than three centuries of political, economic, social, and cultural achievements — all within the Philadelphia area.
Most Popular
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Lights of Liberty
Sound and light show reliving America’s Revolution More
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National Constitution Center
The world’s only museum dedicated to the U.S. Constitution More
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Valley Forge National Historical Park
Where the spirit of the Revolution received its sternest test More
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The Liberty Bell Center
Dramatic new home of the internationally known symbol of freedom More
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The Bourse
A historic building on Independence Mall with a food court and specialty shops More
Itineraries
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Philadelphia: Off the Beaten Path
An action-packed tour of the city’s lesser-known eateries, shops, museums and historic spots More
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Real Young, Real Fun, Real Philly Itinerary
How the young and fun do Philadelphia More
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Family Fun in Philadelphia and The Countryside
The Philadelphia region is a kid’s kind of town, where history and horticulture, art and animals, gardens and galleries, tours and theme parks come together to offer loads of family fun. More
Independence Visitor Center
First Friday
Water Works Restaurant and Lounge
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing
Vango Lounge and Sky Bar
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Sesame Place
Nockamixon State Park
National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia Phillies