If you don't check out the beautiful murals here, then you are missing a hidden gem in Philadelphia.
interesting but i would not consider this a must-see because he has murals all around the neighborhood that are pretty amazing.
This is a unique art installation more than a garden. On Wednesdays they have free wine and snacks. Overall a must do, at least once.
The guided tour by the Mural Arts Program is well worth the $17 bucks.
Each Saturday at 10:00 a.m., a Mural Arts Program guide leads participants on a tour of "Love Letter," a series of 50 rooftop murals.
One of my favorite things in w philly. Get off at 52nd street on MFL and walk market up to 63rd. Murals on both sides. Something about the hopeful messages of love juxtaposed against crumbly buildings
BEST. Favorite coffee shop hands down. Everyone here is super nice and patient. Every food and drink offering is perfection. Free wifi too! Also, the rotating murals are the coolest to come check out!
Gotta love this place. One of the first cafés I discovered in Philly. Amazing coffee, good vibe+music. Lovely staff. I work here often. Love its laid back atmosphere and cool wall murals.
Amazing coffee beans and they have honey cream cheese!
Walk down the ramp leading you to Alice in Wonderland & slow down to check out the detail in Eurhi Jones' amazing forest mural.
Lots of stuff for toddlers and big kids. And retro toys on display from the 70s and 80s to entertain patents. A really good museum and a good place to spend several hours.
Please Touch Museum tends to be busier on rainy days. You may want to schedule your visit on fair weather days.
The Commonwealth Gallery, on the ground floor of the Mural Arts Program's offices, is open M-F, 8:30-5, & is host to amazing exhibits! Read more.
Self Guided Tours. Take a loop on your own around Philly. it is awesome.
Make sure to take the Love Letter Tour
Take a tour of the Mural Arts Program's Love Letter murals, viewable from the Market-Frankford El! Guided tours leaving from Love Park every weekend. Read more.
From hand-crafted pizza to slow-cooked BBQ and more, Love Park's a hot weekday lunchtime spot for exceptional food truck offerings.
Fantastic art space, great events and shows, and great owners. Bonus: the most gorgeous red couch you've ever seen. Take a selfie with it.
Best gallery in the city! Make sure to check out Lawren Alice's work!
Dr Sketchys!
Take a mural tour! Wednesday, Saturday, & Sunday tours, April through November, via open-air trolley leaving from the Independence Visitor Center. Read more.
2 penny machines with 7 total designs! (Both machines have one of the same designs). Very original, only machine Ive ever seen that puts a design on BOTH sides of penny! LOVE symbol is my fav! :)
This is the only place to get free, timed Independence Hall tickets. Go on and ask, they’re friendly here! Read more.
Out front, snap a picture of the Frank-filled mural (Sinatra, Zappa, and Saint Francis of Assisi all in the same place). Then get Frank's special: a pony Rolling Rock or High Life and a kamikaze shot.
The mural of famous Franks (including Frank Zappa & Benjamin Franklin) now includes Pope Francis. Admire the art, then step into the iconic bar, which draws patrons with cheap beer & a great jukebox. Read more.
Friendly local crowd, and interesting art on the wall. Also, spotlessly clean and bright restroom.
Don't miss the Matisse Murals
Go for Matisse, stay for the surprisingly beautiful space. Some prefer the original Barnes, but the new museum also offers a great experience. Become a member if you're local!
You must have an reservation to be admitted, as The Barnes is only permitted 400 visitors each day. Reservations are suggested at least one month in advance.
Really a wonderful gem. Free admission on certain days, make sure to check their site in advance.
All active duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families can enjoy free admission from Memorial Day through Labor Day.thanks to the Blue Star Museum program!
Awesome art work.
On Philly's historic register (aka no elevators). Check out the beautiful murals in the main stage theatre!
Gotta love an industry bar geared toward theater folk. Stop in for a drink before or after a show at Plays and Players theater. Quigs is a tiny, rustic, green room style bar. Great place.
In operation for over 100 years, this historic theater is the perfect spot for a small show in an intimate setting.
Plan on no parking, or paying too much for the privilege of buying these student and faculty master pieces in all genres.
The exhibits are always interesting and the staff is incredibly helpful. Small and intimate gallery perfect for a day in the city.
February marks the U.S. debut of Federico Herrero, a painter from Costa Rica known for his inspired, vibrant abstract paintings of nature and neighborhoods. His solo show runs through Feb. 25, 2012. Read more.
Definitely worth a stop inside!
The Pigeon presents the Philadelphia Poetry Slam every first Friday of the month during slam season
Free admission if you bring Eric weird VHS tapes, it's a fact!
Interesting piece: the gallery space you're standing in was once a former showroom for mausoleums and tombstones.
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