Explore the Best Local Area Attractions in Philadelphia Northeast
The Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast's location in historic Bucks County provides easy access to the many things to do in the City of Brotherly Love. The beginnings of American history are rooted in the local area, just minutes from the Radisson Philadelphia Northeast, and over three centuries later you can still visit the place that preserves the legacy of American culture, politics and socioeconomic development. Explore historic local area attractions including the Betsy Ross House, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall all a short drive from our accommodations. Visit all the sights and attractions in the local area while staying at the Radisson Philadelphia Northeast.
Local area attractions nearby the Radisson Philadelphia Northeast:
Battleship New Jersey (21.6 miles from hotel) This 45,000-ton military icon earned an astonishing 19 Battle and Campaign stars for exemplary service, making it the most decorated battleship in U.S. history. Some of the tour guides have even served active duty on what they refer to as the "Big J." Phone: (866) 877-6262
Betsy Ross House (18.5 miles from hotel) Also known as the American Flag House, the Betsy Ross House was where the first American flag may have been created. Her workroom, bedrooms and kitchen are all included in a self-guided tour. Betsy Ross died at 84 and is buried underneath the trees in the courtyard. Phone: (215) 686-1252
Carpenters' Hall (18.9 miles from hotel) Before the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence, there was the First Continental Congress, also known as Carpenters' Hall. The building is still owned by members of the Carpenters' Company. Phone: (215) 925-0167
Christ Church & Burial Ground (18.5 miles from hotel) Explore this historic cemetery, and learn about the lives of the men, women and children buried here, including signers of the Declaration of Independence and other early American leaders. Phone: (215) 922-1695
City Hall (19.9 miles from hotel) City Hall Philadelphia is still the largest municipal building in the United States. With over 14 acres of floor space, the ornate architectural design is a must-see. The tower observatory is still open to the public, offering a beautiful view of the city. Phone: (215) 686-2840
Congress Hall (18.7 miles from hotel) This brick structure once housed both The House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. The building has gone through major restorations to be as close to the period of time when the building served as the U.S. Capitol.
Declaration (Graff) House(19 miles from hotel) Visit the very house where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Rumor has it that it took Jefferson only three weeks to write the words that would eventually break us away from Great Britain.
Eastern State Penitentiary (20.4 miles) Once the most expensive building in the US, Eastern State was abandoned in 1971 after 142 years of service. This radical design utilized solitary confinement, which became a model for prison design. The tour includes a restored cell, cellblock, the warden's office, exercise yard and death row. Phone: (215) 236-3300
Independence Hall (19.1 miles from hotel) The Assembly Room has been restored as it was during the Constitutional Convention. Visit and see the original inkstand used to sign the Declaration and an original draft of the Constitution of the United States. Phone: (215) 965-2305
Liberty Bell Center (19.1 miles from hotel) Come visit the Liberty Bell's new resting spot. Originally hung in the tower of the Pennsylvania State House, it was once rung to gather colonists to hear the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence.
Masonic Temple (19.7 miles from hotel) The Masonic Temple was constructed over a period of five years. Completed in 1873, the final bill was $1.6 million dollars. Freemasonry is the oldest continuously existing fraternal organization in the world. Phone: (215) 988-1900
National Constitution Center (18.7 miles from hotel) Visit the home of our nation's most important four-page document. The National Constitution Center is a massive building filled with artifacts, exhibits and interactive displays. An original copy of the Constitution is on display here. Phone: (215) 409-6600
Valley Forge National Historical Park (28.7 miles from hotel) Visit the area where George Washington and the Continental Army survived the horrible winter of 1777-78. The replicated campsite where 2,000 men died without a single shot fired is a magnificent replication where some authentic buildings still stand. Phone: (610) 783-1099
Washington Crossing Historic Park (20.5 miles from hotel) Here, on Christmas night 1776, General George Washington and his troops crossed the Delaware River in an attempt to surprise the British troops in Trenton. The park has been preserved as both a historic and nature area. Phone: (215) 493-4076
About Philadelphia
The "City of Brotherly Love" is also known as the birthplace of the nation. From its early beginnings as home of the first US government, Philadelphia has grown into the fifth largest city in America, offering tourists world-class entertainment, high culture, big-time sports and, of course, history. No first-time visitor should miss a trip to the revered Independence Hall or Liberty Bell Pavilion. Independence National Historical Park is said to be "America's most historic square mile." Other fun activities include a bike ride across the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, a run up the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art (à la Rocky), or a stroll through Fairmount Park - the largest municipal park in the world. Music fans can check out Zanzibar Blue, perhaps the hottest jazz club in town. And sports fans can cheer on the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers and 76ers.
Did you know?
Philadelphia is a city of firsts. In addition to being the birthplace of the American flag, stitched by Betsy Ross in 1776, the city was the site of the first presidential mansion. It's also home to the first public zoological gardens, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1874, and the first daily newspaper, which rolled off the presses for the first time in September 1784. Johann Behrent constructed the first American piano here in 1775, and Philadelphia was home to the first computer, which booted up in 1946.