Things to Do in Old City, Philadelphia

The cobblestone streets are lined with art galleries, boutiques, and some of the city's best restaurants.

Independence HallHistoric Landmark
Liberty Bell CenterMuseum
Museum of the American RevolutionHistory Museum

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Top things to do in Old City

Independence Hall
★ 4.7 · 8.0k
Historic Landmark★
Georgian hall where the Declaration of Independence & the U.S. Constitution were debated & signed.
Every day
9 AM – 5 PM
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Liberty Bell Center
★ 4.7 · 1.3k
Museum★
The Liberty Bell, cast in 1752 by Whitechapel Bell Foundry and recast in Philadelphia, is displayed in a glass pavilion across from Independence Hall. The exhibit line begins near Market Street and 6th Street.
Every day
9 AM – 5 PM
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Museum of the American Revolution
★ 4.7 · 3.7k
History Museum★
Spacious & modern history museum presenting interactive exhibits on the American Revolution.
Mon–Wed
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Thu
9:30 AM – 5 PM
Fri
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 6 PM
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Christ Church
★ 4.6 · 517
Famous Protestant Church
church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 5 PM
Sat
11 AM – 5 PM
Sun
9:45 AM – 11 AM, 11:30 AM – 5 PM
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National Constitution Center
★ 4.6 · 2.7k
History Museum
Interactive all-ages museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution with live theater & rare artifacts.
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Shane Confectionery
★ 4.7 · 555
Chocolate Shop
Candy maker established in 1911 offering chocolates & other sweets in a restored historic building.
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia
★ 4.3 · 1.5k
Museum
Interactive displays & exhibits preserve African-American heritage in 4 separate galleries.
Mon–Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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United States Mint
★ 4.5 · 488
History Museum
Shop & self-guided tours to learn more about the manufacturing & coins of the first U.S. Mint.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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A Four Foot Prune
★ 4.9 · 138
Antique Market
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Independence Visitor Center
★ 4.6 · 4.1k
Specialty Store
Guest resource hub with a multilingual concierge staff, tickets to area attractions & a gift shop.
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The Book Trader
★ 4.6 · 781
Bookstore
Classic used bookstore selling fiction & non-fiction, plus a few new titles & secondhand records.
Every day
11 AM – 10 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Old City

Franklin Fountain
★ 4.5 · 4.1k
Ice Cream· $
Bow-tie-wearing staff dispense classic ice cream parlor/soda fountain treats in an old-timey space.
Every day
11 AM – 12 AM
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Khyber Pass Pub
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
Gastropub· $20–30
Cozy bar with Southern BBQ as well as a variety of vegan options backed by a vast beer selection.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 2 AM
Sat
10 AM – 2 AM
Sun
10 AM – 2 AM
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Eggcellent Cafe
★ 4.6 · 1.1k
Brunch· $10–20
Woodsy restaurant offering brunch specialties & coffees, plus a take-out option.
Every day
8 AM – 3 PM
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Cafe Ole
★ 4.6 · 835
Coffee Shop· $10–20
Cozy coffee shop serving snacks & Mediterranean fare within its brightly colored walls.
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Menagerie Coffee
★ 4.6 · 799
Coffee Shop· $1–10
Artisanal java drinks & snacks in a brick-walled space with retro-style lighting & a homey vibe.
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