Philadelphia Area Attractions
Philadelphia is notable for its rich history. Visit any of these spots to learn more about “The Cradle of Liberty”.
Belmont Mansion
West Philadelphia
Historical place museum
Hermit’s Cave
Northwest Philadelphia
Historical landmark, Landmark, Tourist attraction
Statue of Tedyuscung
Northwest Philadelphia
Tourist attraction, Sculpture
Stone Spiral Arch Bridge
West Philadelphia
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
Toleration Statue
Northwest Philadelphia
Tourist attraction
19th-century statue dedicated to religious tolerance situated in a scenic green space with trails.
Smith Memorial Arch
West Philadelphia
Tourist attraction, Monument
Strawberry Mansion Bridge
West Philadelphia
Bridge, Tourist attraction
Rittenhousetown Homestead
Northwest Philadelphia
Tourist attraction, Historical place museum
Woodford Mansion
West Philadelphia
Historical landmark, Museum, Tourist attraction
Concord School House
East Germantown
Historical landmark
Selma Mansion
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
Wyck Historic House And Garden
Germantown
Historical landmark, History museum, Museum, Tourist attraction
Boathouse Row
West Philadelphia
Tourist attraction, Club, Recreation center
Scenic riverside site of historic boathouses for rowing clubs dating back to 1853.
Germantown White House (Deshler-Morris House)
Germantown
Tourist attraction, Historical place museum
The Woodlands
West Philadelphia
Cemetery, Arboretum, Community garden, Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
Trees & buildings from the 1700s around elaborate tombs for noted generals, diplomats & writers.
Fairmount Water Works
West Philadelphia
Historical landmark, Children’s museum, History museum, Tourist attraction
19th-century municipal waterworks with notable architecture, guided tours & exhibits, plus programs.
National Memorial Arch
Tourist attraction, Monument
Large triumphal arch commemorating General George Washington & the Continental Army.
Please Touch Museum
West Philadelphia
Tourist attraction, Museum, Children’s museum
A spacious environment with a focus on ages 3-12 contains hands-on attractions plus an on-site cafe.
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
Chestnut Hill
Tourist attraction, Garden, Arboretum
Afternoon destination drawing nature-lovers with its collection of flora on a 19th-century estate.
Once Upon A Nation
Center City East
Tourist attraction, Dinner theater
This spot provides information about historic district tours, storytelling benches & re-enactments.
Independence National Historical Park
Center City East
Tourist attraction, Historical place, National park
This landmark-filled park covers 20 city blocks with museums, Independence Hall & the Liberty Bell.
