Richard Revilla: The movie at the end is worth the whole visit alone. Great piece of history and appreciation of our liberties.
HISTORY: The museum, which opened in 2003, has hosted political debates and speeches, including then-presidential candidate Barack Obama’s historic address on race in March 2008.
visitPA: This is the spot to get your "We the People" on. Did you know that the dimensions of Signers’ Hall are the same as the room where the document was signed in Independence Hall, only two blocks away? Read more.
5. Benjamin Franklin Museum
8.2
317 Chestnut St (btwn 3rd St & 4th St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 16 tips and reviews
Andrew Wiseman: This museum is awesome. Great animated displays and fun interactive exhibits. Definitely go. Franklin was an awesome guy.
Logan Vaughn: Recently renovated and full of technology. Very awesome for those who love history.
LoriPA: Those nostalgic for the old telephones and dioramas will be pleasantly surprised by the newly renovated museum. The graphic look is beautiful, the layout perfect for kids.
stephanie pappas: One of my favorite museums! Love their Egyptian collection, they have the most piece of any museum even more then the MET - and I love the location- great afternoon trip and cool even for kids
visitPA: If you're into human history or digging up old stuff, you've hit the jackpot. Mummies, Roman statues, the third largest sphinx on the planet - You can literally discover the entire world here.
DailyCandy: With collections spanning Egyptian to Central American, this is the place for anyone who appreciates learning about world cultures. Think you’ve seen your share of masks and pottery? Think again.
JASON: Lots of souvenir options for all ages in this shop.
Visit Philly: The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 2 or 18, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums. Read more.
Alli Chojnacki: Best public bathroom I've ever been in, and AWESOME SOUVENIRS
8. Elfreth's Alley Museum
8.2
126 Elfreths Aly (at N 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 27 tips and reviews
cc: Beautiful little street - worth the stroll, day or night
HISTORY: Established in 1702, this is known as America’s oldest residential street and today is lined with more than 30 houses, dating from the 1720s to 1830s.
Elfreth's Alley: While Ben Franklin did not invent the exterior mirror fixtures, he was known to refer to them as "Mother-in-Law Watchers."
11. Carpenters' Hall
7.6
320 Chestnut St (Btw 3rd & 4th), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 20 tips and reviews
Image by #Psychology Aficianado #PhDiva #Purpose-Driven Life#Tenacious: Nice bench to enjoy ;)
HISTORY: In 1798, the country's first bank robbery took place here, when a guild member stole more than $163,000 from the Bank of Pennsylvania, then located in the building.
visitPA: Carpenters' Hall stands out architecturally. Its proportions are perfect; it has a sense of balance, of time & place. Carpenters’ Company (oldest trade guild in US, founded in 1724) still owns it!
Mike: Great museum for adults and kids. Lots of interesting stuff about Philadelphia and Delaware River. Seasonal hours can vary.
NBC Philadelphia: The Independence Seaport Museum opened on Philadelphia’s waterfront in July 1995 after more than 35 years as the Philadelphia Maritime Museum. Read more.
Philadelphia Science Festival: Discovery Day: Science of the Seaport. Examine the science behind Philly's history through public health, immigration +genealogy, the spread of diseases and plant +animal species. 4/28, 10-4. $7-23 Read more.