Things to Do in Old City, Philadelphia The cobblestone streets are lined with art galleries, boutiques, and some of the city's best restaurants.
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Independence Hall ★ 4.7 · 8.0k★
Georgian hall where the Declaration of Independence & the U.S. Constitution were debated & signed.
Every day 9 AM – 5 PM
Liberty Bell Center ★ 4.7 · 1.4k★
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
Museum of the American Revolution ★ 4.7 · 3.8k★
Spacious & modern history museum presenting interactive exhibits on the American Revolution.
Every day 9:30 AM – 5 PM
Christ Church ★ 4.6 · 526
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
National Constitution Center ★ 4.6 · 2.7k
Interactive all-ages museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution with live theater & rare artifacts.
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Shane Confectionery ★ 4.7 · 558
Candy maker established in 1911 offering chocolates & other sweets in a restored historic building.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 8 PM
Fri 11 AM – 9 PM
Sat 11 AM – 9 PM
Sun 11 AM – 8 PM
The African American Museum in Philadelphia ★ 4.3 · 1.5k
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
United States Mint ★ 4.5 · 502
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 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun Closed
Independence Visitor Center ★ 4.6 · 4.2k
Guest resource hub with a multilingual concierge staff, tickets to area attractions & a gift shop.
Every day 9 AM – 6 PM
A Four Foot Prune ★ 4.9 · 139
The Book Trader ★ 4.6 · 786
Classic used bookstore selling fiction & non-fiction, plus a few new titles & secondhand records.
Every day 11 AM – 10 PM Where to eat & drink in Old City
Franklin Fountain ★ 4.5 · 4.2k· $
Bow-tie-wearing staff dispense classic ice cream parlor/soda fountain treats in an old-timey space.
Every day 11 AM – 12 AM
Khyber Pass Pub ★ 4.6 · 1.9k· $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
Cafe Ole ★ 4.6 · 840· $10–20
Cozy coffee shop serving snacks & Mediterranean fare within its brightly colored walls.
Every day 8 AM – 6 PM
Menagerie Coffee ★ 4.6 · 800· $1–10
Artisanal java drinks & snacks in a brick-walled space with retro-style lighting & a homey vibe.
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 5 PM
Fri 7 AM – 6 PM
Sat 8 AM – 6 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
Eggcellent Cafe ★ 4.6 · 1.1k· $10–20
Woodsy restaurant offering brunch specialties & coffees, plus a take-out option.
Every day 8 AM – 3 PM Planning time in Old City?
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