The Philadelphia Center

Living in Philly

Explore the city!
Here are some favorites noted by alumni:

Christ Church – visit George Washington and Ben Franklin’s place of worship
Elfreth’s Alley – wander the country’s oldest residential street
First Fridays – enjoy free public receptions at art galleries in Old City
Flyers, Phillies, 76ers, Eagles – catch the Philly sports bug
The Franklin – walk through the famous heart
Independence Hall and The Liberty Bell – see where it all began
Kimmel Center – be astounded by our gorgeous regional performing arts center
King of Prussia Mall – spend the day at the country’s largest retail space
Mutter Museum of Medical Oddities – see just how far modern medicine has come
The National Constitutional Center – visit the only museum dedicated to the U.S. Constitution
Old City and South Street – soak in the city’s nightlife and splurge at our shops and restaurants
Pat’s King of Steaks – order “one wiz wit”; you’ll figure it out
The Philadelphia Zoo – say “hey” to the critters at America’s first zoo
Reading Terminal Market – taste the flavors of our diverse city at America’s oldest farmers market
The Trocadero – listen to your favorite rock and punk bands at this former vaudeville theater
Philadelphia Museum of Art – get inspired at the city’s renowned collection of art
Academy of Natural Sciences – visit the dinosaurs in the oldest natural science museum in the Americas
Avenue of the Arts – check out the theater, restaurants, and attractions within blocks of The Philadelphia Center

Or check out these local news sources and blogs:
Philadelphia Inquirer and Philadelphia Daily News
Philadelphia Weekly
Philadelphia City Paper
Phillyblog.com
uwishunu.com
Official Visitor Site for Philadelphia

Explore the East Coast!
While you’re in Philly, take advantage of the bus and train routes that link the entire eastern seaboard. Visit the top of the Empire State Building, spend time in our nation’s capital, or sun yourself on the Jersey Shore!