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National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center Credit: G. Widman for GPTMC

Philadelphia plays home to an astounding collection of museums, artistic venues and historical attractions. There’s the Liberty Bell, of course — plus amazing art installations, jazz venues, architectural landmarks and much more.

Our Insider’s Guide plots a veritable “what’s what” of Philadelphia’s cultural world, with instant access to more than 350 fact-filled Web pages for more than 500 visitor-ready experiences.

The attractions are searchable by category, location and special interest, while introductory pages for each of the main categories provide even more insider insight — so you’ll be ready to hit the streets and take in the City of Brotherly Love.

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Featured Attraction

Lights of Liberty

Sound and light show reliving America’s Revolution

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

It’s the next best thing to time travel. Using 21st century technology, Lights of Liberty peels away modern life and drops you smack in the middle of America’s struggle for independence.

Museum Without Walls™: AUDIO

An interpretive audio tour with 35 stops along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Kelly Drive More
Late Renoir Exhibition at the PMA

June 17 – September 6: The Philadelphia Museum of Art hosts more than 80 of the artist’s paintings, sculpture and drawings More
National Constitution Center

The world’s only museum dedicated to the U.S. Constitution More
The Philadelphia Zoo

Animals and plants thrive at America’s first zoo More
Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt

June 5, 2010 – January 2, 2011: Exploring the life and times of Egypt’s legendary queen More

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Itineraries

The Cleopatra Girlfriends Weekend Itinerary

Pamper yourselves like the royalty that you are by following this Cleopatra-themed weekend itinerary, with stops at the exhibition, Longwood Gardens, cocktail bars, a spa and more — perfect for a weekend with the gals. More
The Art Lovers Itinerary

After seeing one of the country’s top five art museums, the world’s greatest collection of Impressionist works and some under-the-radar arts gems, you’ll understand why Philly’s artistic appeal is legendary. More
Philadelphia: Off the Beaten Path

An action-packed tour of the city’s lesser-known eateries, shops, museums and historic spots More