Philadelphia PA Attractions

The city of Philadelphia and its surrounding areas has a wealth of cultural riches which include restored historical houses, the first zoo of US, botanical gardens and architectural masterpieces. Philadelphia is filled with several museums, cultural centers and number of locations celebrating the modern style and rich heritage of the city.

Philadelphia Attractions

Mentioned below are some of the top attractions of the city which you must not miss on your Philadephia travel.

Independence Hall

It is United States' one of the most important historical landmark. Here, the delegates of the English colonies took major steps towards independence. The Independence Hall is located at the center of the Independence National Historic Park in Philadelphia. You can visit this historic building free of charge only by guided tours.

Museum of Art

It is one of the largest museums of the country and has a collection of around 300,000 works of art, covering diverse artistic areas. The works displayed at the museum include paintings, photographs, sculpture, tapestry, carpets, ceramics, armory and furniture.

Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo is the oldest zoo of U.S. and has been in operation since 1874. It has around 1,500 animals in variety of habitats including an amphibian and a reptile house, a small mammal house, African Plains and a prairie dog field.

Liberty Bell

The Liberty Bell is an important symbol of the American struggle for independence during the end of 18th century. You can visit the famous cracked bell occupying a separate pavilion at Philadelphia Independence Mall, free of charge.

City Hall

The City Hall of Philadelphia is the tallest, largest and the most expensive of all the city halls in U.S. It is also the worlds largest and the tallest masonry building. The central tower has a height of 511 feet with a massive statue of William Penn on the top.

Society Hill

The charming district of Society Hall is one of the most pleasant areas of the city. The area with cobblestone streets has the largest concentration of original architecture of early 18th and 19th century.

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