Lauren Mace: Gym, sTudy, Landmark
Madeline Ditchey: Parmesan cheese fries are a landmark item - yummy .
Lauren Parker: Go to Landmark Americana on Monday nights for Musical Bingo from 10pm to Midnight. Win some free drinks & gift cards! Oh, and $3 Sangria, $2 Coors, as well as half-priced apps after 10pm!
3. Elfreth's Alley Museum
8.1
126 Elfreths Aly (at N 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 27 tips and reviews
NBC Philadelphia: Elfreth's Alley is a National Historic Landmark District and includes 32 homes still intact, built between 1728 and 1836. It has survived many demolition threats including the construction of I-95.
Concierge: Ever wanted to see the inside the homes of Elfreth's Alley? Twice a year, they open their doors for public viewing! Don't miss "Fete Day" in June and "Deck the Alley" in December
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.
4. Mini Golf
7.6
200 N 6th St (at Franklin Square), Philadelphia, PA
Mini Golf Course · Center City East · 5 tips and reviews
Angela Robb: Great golf course for people of any ages! Perfect for tourists or residents, or for families or first dates. Everything is modeled after Philly landmarks, perfect mix of challenging and cute.
Kim M: So adorable - we loved all of the mini-Philly landmarks!
Kat L: The cutest mini golf ever! It's clean and taken care of AND is a mini version of Philadelphia!
5. Old City Hall
7.0
501 Chestnut St (at 5th St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 11 tips and reviews
Adam Cerny: Beautiful area of Philadelphia with a plethora of landmarks and history. Try a tour and learn all that you can about the area!
HISTORY: The U.S. Supreme Court met here from 1791, when the building was finished, to 1800, when America’s capital moved from Philadelphia to Washington.
WorldStrides: Don't miss the breathtaking view of Philadelphia from the observation deck of Old City Hall, where a 37-foot bronze statue of William Penn crowns the 548-foot tower.
8. Walnut Street Theatre
9.0
825 Walnut St (at S 9th St), Philadelphia, PA
Theater · Center City East · 37 tips and reviews
NBC Philadelphia: This National Historic Landmark opened its doors in 1809 and is now the oldest theater in the country. Famous faces that have performed here include Audrey Hepburn and the Marx Brothers. Read more.
RC: Great shows here but they keep it a bit warm. If you're prone to falling asleep in womb-like temps drink some coffee before-hand.
visitPA: From Barrymores to Hepburns, some of the greatest actors in history have graced the stage. It also currently operates the original rope, pulley, and sandbag system that was used nearly 2 centuries ago
9. Clothespin Statue
7.6
1500 Market St (at 15th St.), Philadelphia, PA
Public Art · Center City West · 11 tips and reviews
Aine Doley: Huge transit hub serving thousands of commuters a day. Perfect meeting spot. Fantastic statue!
Philadelphia Film Society: Did you know this is where Ophella (The hooker) played by Jaime Lee Curtis helped the destitute Winthrope (played by Dan Akroyd) in the movie Trading Places?
Visit Philly: This clothespin has been compared to Constantin Brancusi's "The Kiss," which shows two separate bodies joined in an embrace. See it?
10. Eastern State Penitentiary
8.7
2027 Fairmount Ave (btwn Corinthian Ave & 22nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Fairmount - Art Museum · 180 tips and reviews
NBC Philadelphia: This U.S. National Historic Landmark housed notorious criminals such as Willie Sutton and Al Capone. The prison was closed and abandoned in 1971, re-opening for public tours in 1994.
Weston Chambers: Historic landmarks, interesting architecture, etc.
visitPA: It’s said that lingering spirits still haunt the cells of this National Historic Landmark in Philadelphia. Make your way through one of America’s most haunted prisons for a chilling experience!
12. Congress Hall
7.7
Chestnut St (at 6th St), Philadelphia, PA
Historic and Protected Site · Center City East · 13 tips and reviews
James C: Great no ticket site on Independence trail.
HISTORY: Built in 1789 as the Philadelphia County Courthouse, this was where the U.S. Congress met from 1790 to 1800, when Philadelphia was America’s capital. In 1791, the Bill of Rights was ratified here.
LoriPA: A lesser-known stop on Independence Square, but don't miss it. Home of the first peaceful transition of power in a representative democracy.
PHL Science Fest: Did you know? The Museum also includes two National Historic Landmark ships: the Spanish-American War Cruiser, Olympia; and the World War II Submarine Becuna. Plus ISM has a working wooden boat shop!
Brian Searl: Great museum that offers hands-on demonstrations on weekends and during other hours they have great exhibits.
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.
15. Alexander Inn
8.4
301 S 12th St (Cypress St), Philadelphia, PA
Hotel · Washington Square West · 18 tips and reviews
Sandra Foyt: Central location, historic landmark building, and boutique hotel decor, rates are cheap and the complementary breakfast runs until 10:30 am in a sunny room adorned with fresh flowers.
Matt: Really great location in gayborhood. Right by really cute coffee shop too. Breakfast is really nice. Such a cute little hotel. Warm and cozy. Would def come back! Thank you!
Visit Philly: Nestled in the heart the “Gayborhood,” The Alexander Inn is one of Philadelphia’s most sought out and wallet-conscious boutique hotels. The 48 rooms are inspired by 1930s-style cruise ships. Read more.