7-day itinerary
The Perfect 7 Days in Philadelphia
A balanced 7-day plan for Philadelphia, built around its top-rated sights so each day flows without backtracking — plus a bite to eat along the way. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.
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Morning
The Gates of Hell
Rodin's monumental bronze doors teem with tortured figures—a haunting vision of Dante's Inferno in Philadelphia.
Afternoon
Barnes Foundation
Home to one of the greatest Impressionist collections ever assembled, in a stunning modern gallery.
Evening
Charioteer of Delphi
A stunning bronze replica of ancient Greece's famous charioteer, bringing classical history to Philadelphia's streets.
Where to eat: Moshulu — American — a well-loved local spot.
Day 2 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Rocky Steps
Climb the 72 famous steps where Rocky triumphantly trained and feel the champion's spirit yourself.
Afternoon
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Marvel at iconic masterpieces in a stunning Greek Revival landmark atop Philadelphia's famous 'Rocky Steps.'
Evening
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
Walk the halls where Poe wrote his darkest masterpieces in this atmospheric NPS historic site.
Where to eat: Pat's King of Steaks — A well-loved local spot.
Day 3 — Culture & Icons
Morning
National Constitution Center
Explore the U.S. Constitution's story through interactive exhibits at America's most important civic landmark.
Afternoon
Independence National Historical Park
Walk the cobblestones where the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration and forged a nation.
Evening
President's House
Walk the haunting footprint of America's first presidential home, where Washington and Adams once lived.
Where to eat: 20 Manning — American — a well-loved local spot.
Day 4 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Liberty Bell
Touch history at America's most famous bell, a powerful emblem of freedom and independence.
Afternoon
Independence Hall
Where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed, shaping a nation's destiny.
Evening
Second Bank of the United States
A stunning Greek Revival marble building that shaped early American banking and history.
Where to eat: 20th Street Pizza — Pizza — a well-loved local spot.
Day 5 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Carpenters' Hall
Where the First Continental Congress met—step inside a birthplace of American democracy and revolution.
Afternoon
First Bank of the United States
America's oldest bank, a stunning marble landmark where the young nation's financial future was forged.
Evening
City Tavern
Step back to 1773 at the Founding Fathers' favorite gathering spot in colonial Philadelphia.
Where to eat: 48th Street Grille — Caribbean — a well-loved local spot.
Day 6 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution
Honor an unnamed hero of American independence at this solemn, historic Philadelphia tribute.
Afternoon
Gloria Dei Church
Philadelphia's oldest church, this 1700s Swedish gem blends colonial history with timeless spiritual beauty.
Evening
USS New Jersey
Step aboard America's most decorated battleship and explore the mighty guns and stories of naval history.
Where to eat: A Mano — Italian — a well-loved local spot.
Day 7 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
An open-air waterfront venue hosting top acts under the stars with stunning Delaware River views.
Afternoon
Adventure Aquarium
Dive into shark encounters, hippo habitats, and dazzling aquatic life along the Camden waterfront.
Evening
Laurel Hill Cemetery
A breathtaking Victorian garden cemetery overlooking the Schuylkill River, filled with stunning monuments and storied history.
Where to eat: Abyssinia — Ethiopian — a well-loved local spot.
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