Radisson Hotel Valley Forge

OLD CITY. Built in the mid 1700s, this Georgian-style house was owned by the Widow Lithgow, who rented rooms in it to...

OLD CITY. Built in the mid 1700s, this Georgian-style house was owned by the Widow Lithgow, who rented rooms in it to Betsy Ross and her husband, from 1773-1786. They ran an upholstery business out of this house, and in 1776, Betsy sewed the first US flag here. Fully restored in the 1930s, today the house is one of Philadelphia's most visited attractions. Betsy Ross is buried in the adjacent courtyard. The gift shop offers Betsy memorabilia and flag souvenirs, books, and toys.

Hours: Mar - Nov Daily 10am-5pm Dec - Feb Tue-Sun 10am-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

WEST PHILLY. In addition to the oldest surviving botanical gardens in the country, this 45-acre site also features the...

WEST PHILLY. In addition to the oldest surviving botanical gardens in the country, this 45-acre site also features the original 1728 farmhouse (a National Historic Landmark), a 1775 stone barn, and several outbuildings. The grounds include an herb garden, wetlands area, wildflower meadow, butterfly and hummingbird garden, and a winding river trail. Perhaps the most well known botanical discovery by John and William Bartram is the Franklinia alatamaha tree, last seen in the wild in 1803; only because the Bartrams propagated it in the late 1700s is the tree still found in private gardens.

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat-Sun Noon-5pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

MUSEUM DISTRICT & FAIRMOUNT PARK. The most expensive and advanced prison of its time, Eastern Pen opened in 1829. It...

MUSEUM DISTRICT & FAIRMOUNT PARK. The most expensive and advanced prison of its time, Eastern Pen opened in 1829. It used the then-revolutionary concept of solitary cells that permitted no contact whatsoever among prisoners, and although physical punishment was used much less frequently than at some other prisons, when prisoners broke the rules they would still be subjected to various tortures like the water bath and the iron gag. The place was shut down in the 1970s, but is today a National Historic Landmark and major tourist attraction. Special themed tours are offered throughout the day, along with the annual "Terror Behind the Walls" tour. Children under age seven are not permitted.

Hours: Visitor Center Daily 10am-5pm
Tours Mon-Fri 10am, Noon, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm; Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

OLD CITY. Also known as the Graff House, this is a faithful 1975 recreation of the original, which was demolished in...

OLD CITY. Also known as the Graff House, this is a faithful 1975 recreation of the original, which was demolished in 1883. Thomas Jefferson rented two rooms in the home, and wrote the Declaration of Independence there over a three-week period in June 1776. A must-see for history buffs.

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OLD CITY. Billed a \"revolutionary new way\" to experience Philadelphia's historic side, this walking tour leads...

OLD CITY. Billed a \"revolutionary new way\" to experience Philadelphia's historic side, this walking tour leads travelers past many of the city's most important sites, including the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, City Tavern, Elfreth's Alley and the Betsy Ross House. See where key figures like John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and George Washington met to lay out the blueprints of the new republic. In addition to more than 30 historic sites, the easy-to-follow route passes by several restaurants and shops. Guided tours begin at the National Constitution Center (525 Arch St) and take around 75 minutes to see 15 sites.

Hours: Guided Tours
Apr - May; Sep - Nov Mon-Sat 10am, Noon, 2pm; Sun 11am, 1pm, 3pm
Early Jun Mon-Fri 10am, Noon, 2pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 11am-4pm
Mid-Jun - Aug Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 11am-4pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

OLD CITY. The Liberty Bell Center is a Philadelphia must-see. Visitors can not only view the famous Liberty Bell, one of...

OLD CITY. The Liberty Bell Center is a Philadelphia must-see. Visitors can not only view the famous Liberty Bell, one of the most recognized symbols of American freedom, but also learn its history. Films, historical documents, and visual displays enlighten visitors on its history and why it has become the symbol of freedom for many.

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat-Sun 9am-6pm

OLD CITY. This cemetery is a veritable who's who of early America. Benjamin Franklin is buried here, along with four...

OLD CITY. This cemetery is a veritable who's who of early America. Benjamin Franklin is buried here, along with four other signers or the Declaration of Independence. Wander through the cemetery, and you'll also spot markers for historic leaders in the fields of medicine, politics, and academics. The tradition of tossing a penny through the formerly locked gates to honor Franklin continues, and informative walking tours of the site are offered daily.

Hours: Mar - Nov Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun Noon-4pm
Dec Sat Noon-4pm; Sun Midnight-4pm

Payment Methods: Cash Only

OLD CITY. Independence Hall is where Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and their rebellious compatriots...

OLD CITY. Independence Hall is where Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and their rebellious compatriots approved and announced the Declaration of Independence. As if that event were not noteworthy enough, many returned some 11 years later to pen the U.S. Constitution. Consistent with the freedom that the building represents, admission is free, but timed tickets are required. Obtain them at the Independence Visitors Center on the day of your visit starting at 8:30am. Alternatively, you can arrange tickets in advance by calling the National Park Service reservation line at 877-444-6777.

Hours: Daily 9am-5pm

CENTER CITY. The museum will be closed until 2014 for renovations. The Franklin Court Printing Office and Fragments of...

CENTER CITY. The museum will be closed until 2014 for renovations. The Franklin Court Printing Office and Fragments of Franklin Court will remain open during construction. The house where Benjamin Franklin once lived was demolished in the early 1800s, but a steel frame has been erected in its place, and underground is an informative museum. There are five other buildings on the site, including an operating post office, postal museum, and an 18th century printing shop. Located between 3rd & 4th Streets.

Hours: Daily 9am-5pm

OLD CITY. Most people recognize Carpenters' Hall as the site of the first Continental Congress, but this early 1700s...

OLD CITY. Most people recognize Carpenters' Hall as the site of the first Continental Congress, but this early 1700s building has a lot more history. It housed Ben Franklin's Library Company and his American Philosophical Company, as well as banks, an auction house, a music school, and the Franklin institute. The first US bank robbery happened at Carpenters' Hall in 1798, and it was the first privately owned building to be opened to the public as a historical monument. Very interesting exhibits explore the entire history of the building and the Carpenters' Company.

Hours: Mar - Dec Tue-Sun 10am-4pm
Jan - Feb Wed-Sun 10am-4pm