Philadelphia Travel Guide

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Philadelphia Travel Guide Overview

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania can be viewed in a couple of ways. It can be seen as a city that is forever tied to a great history. It was, after all, where the Declaration of Independence was crafted and the United States of America born. It was also the home of that flag sewing Betsy Ross and the great inventor/statesman William Penn. It is also the home to the Liberty Bell and to Rocky Balboa.

Modern Philadelphia is also a city defined by its neighborhoods. In South Philadelphia you'll find an Italian community that is proud of its heritage and that is home to a one of a kind outdoor market. The northern part of the city is home to those who claim connection to Ireland. Center City is a neighborhood that is slowly being redefined to include young urban professionals and the homosexual community. West Philadelphia is predominantly African-American.

What to do

Having such strong connection with the history, Philadelphia is filled with historical sites to visit. You must visit Independence National Historic Park, where you'll find the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Constitution Hall. If you are interested in literature, you should visit the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site.

If you happen to be here around Bastille Day, make sure not to miss the celebrations at the Eastern State Penitentiary, the "most historic prison" in US. A lot of museums are also waiting for the tourists. The parks are an excellent way to relax after a day spent exploring the history of the city.

Getting there

Getting a good deal on flights to Philadelphia is usually not super difficult. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) does have a train that connects with the main train station downtown.

If you need to go to the airport by car you can save both time and money by paying for the Philadelphia airport parking before leaving. Or you can choose the Philadelphia airport shuttle to take you to the airport and back.

Where to stay

Compared to New York City and Washington, DC, hotels in Philadelphia are a bargain. The ones located in Center City tend to be more expensive, but they also are the most convenient. You might want to sacrifice a little money for a place that is easily within walking distance of most of the sites. A couple of youth hostels are located downtown, but book early as they fill up fast.