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Your Guide to Philly

OC's Favorite of Philadelphia

DAY ONE (Art Museum / Fitler Square)

  • Eat french toast at Sabrina’s cafe, a breakfast bagel at Christie’s deli, or a breakfast pretzel at Rowhome Coffee
  • Visit the Museum of Art 
  • Climb the 72 steps and take a picture with The Rocky Statue
  • Get coffee at Peddlers Coffee or La Petite Tasse
  • Walk the Parkway and visit The Library
  • See The Thinker statue and take photos at The Rodin and Barnes Foundation
  • Walk through The Calder Gardens, or visit inside the museum 
  • Walk the Schuylkill River Trail or rent bikes to ride Kelly Drive
  • Get pizza for lunch at Pizzeria Vetri
  • Watch the sunset on Lemon Hill, Cira Green rooftop park, or Shofuso Japanese House
  • Eat dinner at Guiseppe and Sons
  • Shop at Open House for a souvenir
  • Get drinks at Charlie was a Sinner

DAY TWO (Old City)

  • Get coffee and a pastry at Loretta’s
  • Visit Independence Mall and see the Liberty Bell + Independence Hall 
  • Explore Old City- walk past the Betsy Ross House and through Elfreth's Alley
  • Walk along Penns landing and see the U.S.S. Olympia, and Jupiter
  • Shop on South Street
  • Get a cheesesteak from Jims Steaks
  • Get ice cream from Franklin Fountain and chocolate to bring home from Shanes Confectionery
  • Eat dinner at Pearl and Mary or  Alpen Rose (make your reservation a month in advance!)
  • Then walk across the street and take a picture in El Vez’s Photo Booth

DAY THREE (Chestnut Hill / Center City)

  • Drive or take the train to Chestnut Hill for breakfast at Cake and see the pretty historic homes
  • Walk Germantown Ave and visit all of the shops
  • Get lunch at Reading Terminal Market 
  • Do the City Hall Tower tour and learn a little bit of the city’s history while getting the best view of everything
  • Rent city bikes and ride them on MLK to get a good view of boathouse rows new lights at sunset 
  • Get dinner at Manong
  • Stop by Stocks Bakery and grab cookies, a pound cake or butter cake + stop by Jim's Steaks to grab a cheesesteak to bring home

Dependent on the month you're visiting:

  • Go to a Phillies or Eagles game
  • Visit Holiday Village 
  • Ice skating or roller skating at Dilworth Park 
  • Miracle on 13th Street
  • Phila Convention Center 
  • Reading Terminal Market
  • Independence Hall
  • Penns Landing
  • Phila Art Museum
  • Eastern State Penitentiary
  • Mutter Museum 
  • City Hall
  • Spruce Street Harbor Park
  • National Constitution Center
  • South Street
  • Elfreth's Alley
  • Benjamin Franklin Bridge
  • Besty Ross House
  • Franklin Institute
  • Musuem of the American Revolution
  • Rare Book Department @ Parkway Library
  • Magic Gardens
  • US Mint free
  • City Hall Tower Tour 
  • Water Works free
  • Rittenhouse Square, Washington Square, Logan Square, Franklin Square
  • The Barnes Foundation 
  • The Rodin Museum
  • John Heinz National Wildlife 
  • The Fabric Workshop and Museum
  • Cheesesteaks - Jim's Steaks, Dalessandro’s, Chubby’s, Campo’s, Ishkabibble's, Joe's Steaks, John's Roast Pork, Larry's Steaks
  • Chinatown 
  • North Bowl
  • Tapster
  • Secondhand Ranch
  • El Vez
  • Art Museum
  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink
  • Concourse 
  • Spin
  • Ortlieb's
  • Fairmount Bodie (coming soon)
  • Studio Pink Event Space
  • Franklin Institute 
  • Please Touch Museum
  • Fairmount (Thursdays 3-7)
  • Rittenhouse (Tues & Sat 9-2)
  • Headhouse, (Sundays 10-1)
  • East Falls (Saturdays 11-1)
  • Giusseppe and Sons
  • Lucky's Last Chance
  • Tabachoy
  • Urban Village
  • Gran Caffe L'Aquila
  • Manong
  • Blondie
  • Gyu Kakuh
  • Saloon
  • Middle Child
  • Loco Pez
  • Tir N'a Nog
  • Mawn
  • Con Murphys
  • Prunella 
  • El Purpecha
  • Grace and Proper
  • Pearl and Mary
  • JG SkyHigh
  • Silk City
  • Bridget Foy's
  • Stella
  • Alpen Rose
  • Royal Boucherie
  • Bloomsday
  • Sassafras
  • Via Locusta 
  • Wlder 
  • Wm. Mulherin's Sons 
  • Superfolie
  • Barclay Prime

 

  • Booked
  • Book Corner
  • Bookhaven
  • The Book Trader
  • Retrospect Vintage
  • 2nd Street
  • Raxx Vintage Emporium
  • Goods Vintage
  • Urban Exchange
  • Circle Thrift
  • Philly Vintage Bizarre
  • Sweet Peel Vintage
  • Greene Street
  • Resource Exchange
  • Catch and Release 
  • Once Worn
  • Trashed Vintage
  • Secondhand Ranch
  • Attico
  • Assembly
  • Bok Bar
  • Victory Brewing
  • Sunset social
  • Twisted Grounds
  • La Petite Tasse
  • The Ground
  • Milano Mornings
  • Coffee Zeit
  • Loretta's 
  • One Shot
  • Warehouse
  • Stocks
  • Tiffany's Bakery
  • New June
  • Cedar & Sugar
  • Termini Brothers Bakery
  • Sweet Box
  • Vetri
  • Tacconellis
  • CityView
  • Fairmount Pizza
  • Wood Street
  • Franklin Fountain
  • Fairmount Flavors
  • Chill on the Hill
  • Johns Water Ice
  • Spa Hygge
  • Lumos Barre and Pilates
  • Sarang Head Spa
  • Revive Med Spa
  • The Olive Wax and Tint
  • The Ivy Salon
  • BEACHTANNING
  • Schuylkill River Trail
  • Fairmount Park
  • Rittenhouse Park
  • Kelly Drive
  • The Parkway
  • Open House
  • Little Apple Store
  • Philadelphia Independents
  • Serendipity
  • Occasionette
  • Rays Reusables
  • South Street Art Mart
  • Moon + Arrow
  • A Four Foot Prune
  • Stickball
  • Yowie
  • The Merrygold Shop
  • Art Star
  • Bodie
  • Aiyah
  • Ali's Wagon
  • Records Forever
  • Kith + Kin
  • Philly Art Center
  • Please Touch Museum
  • Fairmount Water Works Museum
  • Parkway Library Children Department
  • Academy of Natural Sciences
  • Mister John Music
  • Sister Cities splash pad
  • Von Collin Playground
  • Local library storytime
  • Rutabaga
  • Franklin Institute
  • Christie’s Deli
  • Sabrina’s Cafe
  • Pearl and Mary
  • Giuseppe and Sons
  • Urban Saloon
  • Victory Brewery
  • Kite and Key
  • Milano Mornings
  • Alpen Rose
  • Madi's
  • Warehouse Cafe
  • Loretta's 
  • Jim's Steaks

The Neighborhoods of Philadelphia

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Manayunk

Vibe: Hip and condensed.
 
What to Expect: Manayunk offers a blend of urban living with a more laid-back, outdoor vibe. The neighborhood is known for its scenic canal, trendy cafes, and boutique shops. It's also a popular spot for biking and hiking, with easy access to the Schuylkill River Trail. Expect a youthful energy with a small-town feel.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,100/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 87 (Very Walkable) A walkable area with great amenities and proximity to outdoor activities.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $400,000
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Roxborough

Vibe: Suburban with nature access.
 
What to Expect: Roxborough offers a quiet suburban feel, with tree-lined streets and easy access to outdoor activities in the nearby Wissahickon Valley Park. It's a family-friendly area with good schools, and there's a mix of homes, from historic to modern. It's an ideal neighborhood for those looking for a balance between city access and suburban tranquility.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,800/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 74 (Very Walkable) - Some areas are walkable, but it's more car-dependent than other neighborhoods.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $415,000
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Chestnut Hill

Vibe: Suburban and scenic.
 
What to Expect: A peaceful, suburban retreat within the city, Chestnut Hill is known for its beautiful Victorian homes, historic architecture, and greenery. It's a family-friendly neighborhood with boutique shopping, upscale dining, and access to Wissahickon Park, making it a great place for those who prefer a quieter lifestyle with access to city amenities.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,500/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 75 (Very Walkable) Quiet streets with a village-like feel.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $1,300,000
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East Falls

Vibe: Scenic and relaxed.
 
What to Expect: East Falls offers a mix of suburban peace with city proximity, known for its beautiful river views, green spaces, and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood has a small- town feel, with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. It's ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities, as it's located along the Schuylkill River, and features a quieter lifestyle with easy access to both Center City and the Wissahickon Valley Park.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,950/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 72 (Somewhat Walkable) The area is walkable in parts, but it's more car-dependent compared to other neighborhoods.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $335,000
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Fitler Square

Vibe: Quiet, charming, and residential.
 
What to Expect: Tree-lined streets, a quaint central park, and proximity to the Schuylkill River Trail. A bit more tranquil than Rittenhouse but still central.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,300/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 95 (Walker's Paradise) Very walkable with easy access to essentials and nearby attractions.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $472,000
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Rittenhouse Square

Vibe: Upscale and sophisticated.
 
What to Expect: Luxury and convenience with a vibrant, urban atmosphere. The area centers around Rittenhouse Park and offers high-end restaurants, weekly farmers markets in the park, boutique shopping, and nightlife.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,400/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 98 (Walker's Paradise) Everything is accessible by foot, including groceries, restaurants, and public transit.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $627,000
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Fairmount

Vibe: Artsy, green, and community-oriented.
 
What to Expect: A quieter neighborhood with a strong sense of community, including many young families. Close to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Franklin Institute, Natural Sciences Museum, Free Library of Phila Main Branch, Kelly Drive/Schuylkill River Trail and Fairmount Park. Fairmount also has a 'main street' - Fairmount Avenue, including restaurants, bars, stationary stores, cafes, and nail salons. Also has Giant, Target and Whole Foods.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,800/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 89 (Very Walkable) Many amenities are within walking distance.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $400,000
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Northern Liberties

Vibe: Hip and stylish.
 
What to Expect: Known as "NoLibs," this neighborhood is a trendy mix of modern condos, repurposed industrial spaces, and historic row homes. It's packed with unique restaurants, boutiques, and open-air plazas. There's also a strong nightlife scene with bars and beer gardens.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,000/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 94 (Walker's Paradise) Highly walkable, with plenty of amenities nearby.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $575,000
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Old City

Vibe: Historic and artsy.
 
What to Expect: Rich history meets modern living. You'll find cobblestone streets, galleries, and landmarks like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. A thriving bar and restaurant scene adds energy.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,200/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 95 (Walker's Paradise) Easy to navigate on foot, with plenty of shops, museums, and restaurants nearby.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $525,000
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Fishtown

Vibe: Trendy and creative.
 
What to Expect: A vibrant area known for its food scene, coffee shops, breweries, and music venues. Fishtown has a strong artsy and community feel, with a mix of historic row homes and new developments. It's a hub for young professionals and creatives.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,900/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 91 (Walker's Paradise) Highly walkable, with restaurants, bars, and amenities within easy reach.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $490,000
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Point Breeze

Vibe: Up-and-coming with urban charm.
 
What to Expect: Point Breeze is a diverse neighborhood with a mix of new construction and older homes. It's an affordable option with easy access to transit and proximity to Center City. The neighborhood is becoming increasingly popular, with new businesses and development emerging.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,800/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 82 (Very Walkable) Still evolving, but with convenient access to local dining and amenities.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $345,000
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Passyunk Square

Vibe: Vibrant and food-centric.
 
What to Expect: Known for its food scene, Passyunk Square is home to famous spots like Pat's and Geno's. The neighborhood has a mix of row homes and newer developments, and it offers a lively atmosphere with plenty of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. It's a mix of traditional Philly culture with a modern twist.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,950/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 91 (Walker's Paradise) Easy walking distance to great restaurants and cafes.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $600,000
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Graduate Hospital

Vibe: Trendy and vibrant.
 
What to Expect: A mix of renovated homes and new construction, Graduate Hospital offers a lively atmosphere with bars, restaurants, and cafes. It's known for its proximity to Center City and its up-and-coming vibe, attracting young professionals and families alike. The neighborhood features tree-lined streets and easy access to public transit.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,300/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 92 (Walker's Paradise) Very walkable, with plenty of dining and shopping options nearby.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $630,000
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Bella Vista

Vibe: Italian-inspired charm.
 
What to Expect: A charming neighborhood with a rich history, Bella Vista is known for its Italian influence, with excellent Italian restaurants and the famous 9th Street Italian Market. The neighborhood has a residential feel with a growing arts scene and easy access to nearby parks.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $1,800/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 91 (Walker's Paradise) - Lots of local spots for shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $500,000
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University City

Vibe: Academic and energetic.
 
What to Expect: Home to the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, University City is a lively, youthful neighborhood with plenty of cafes, student housing, and research facilities. Expect vibrant street life and easy access to museums, dining, and green spaces.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,500/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 91 (Walker's Paradise) A walkable area with many amenities within reach.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $401,000
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Queen Village

Vibe: Charming and historic.
 
What to Expect: A cozy neighborhood with a mix of historic homes and modern townhouses. Queen Village offers a family-friendly vibe with excellent restaurants, boutique shopping, hair salons and access to parks. It's one of Philadelphia's oldest residential areas, with a close-knit community feel.
 
Median Rental Rate: Around $2,100/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
 
Walk Score: 93 (Walker's Paradise) Very walkable, with restaurants, cafes, and groceries nearby.
 
Median Listing Home Price: $587,000

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