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Visitors Guide: Popular Philadelphia landmarks

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Liberty Bell
6th and Market St. (Old City)
Soak in some knowledge at this symbol of Independence. Fun fact: The bell cracked on its first ring!

Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St. (Old City)
The flag we love so much originated here. Discover the home of the woman who sewed the stars and stripes onto the American flag.

Independence Hall
520 Chestnut St. (Old City)
Step inside the place where our Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence and created our nation.

City Hall
1401 John F. Kennedy Boardwalk (Center City)
Take a tour of the largest municipal building in the city. As you rise to the top of the landmark, you'll get to see the ultimate view of Philadelphia.

Elfreth's Alley
126 Elfreth's Alley (Old City)
Known as "Our nation's oldest street," walk along the cobblestone walkway and see where many different tradesman lived during the 1700s.

Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount Ave. (Fairmount)
Take a walk through this haunted prison that gave home to well-known crooks such as Al Capone and Will Sutton. If you visit around the Halloween season you'll be treated to their spooky "Terror Behind the Walls" attractions.

Love Park
1599 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Center City)
Visit the plaza where the infamous LOVE sign resides. This park includes a large fountain, benches, grass ways, and often hosts seasonal events and a daily roster of food trucks during the lunch hours.

Reading Terminal Market
51 N 12th St. (Market East)
This market features restaurants, shops, local butcheries, grocery stores, and more.