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Todd House
Ollie #31 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Rittenhouse Square
Ollie #32 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 36 reviews
People-watching is the favorite pastime at this busting park, with loads of benches to accommodate weary pedestrians.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Elfreth's Alley
As featured in 3 days in Philadelphia
Ollie #33 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 61 reviews
America's oldest residential street was built in 1702 and is now designated a National Historic Landmark.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Yards Brewing Company
Ollie #34 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
The city's smallest full-scale brewing company put Philadelphia back on the map with its hand-pulled pints of Extra Special Ale.
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  11.5 km from city centre
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Congress Hall
Ollie #35 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Home of the United States Congress when Philadelphia served as the nation's capital from 1790 to 1800.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Independence Vistor Center
Ollie #36 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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Mural Arts Program of Philadelphia
Ollie #37 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Independence Seaport Museum
Ollie #38 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: A state of the art, multi-million dollar learning facility featuring more than 20 permanent interactive exhibits, historic ships and ever-changing...... more » Owner description: A state of the art, multi-million dollar learning facility featuring more than 20 permanent interactive exhibits, historic ships and ever-changing exhibition galleries. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Speciality Museums
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Rocky Statue
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Ollie #39 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 127 reviews
Famous fictional Heavyweight Champion "Rocky" is forever remembered in this bronze statue, which pays tribute to the underdog.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  5.3 km from city centre
Boathouse Row
As featured in Philadelphia off the beaten path
Ollie #40 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: The best walking and biking route in the city is along the Schuylkill River. The cluster of 15 rowing clubs host a variety of rowing and running...... more » Owner description: The best walking and biking route in the city is along the Schuylkill River. The cluster of 15 rowing clubs host a variety of rowing and running events each year. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Neighbourhoods
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Wilma Theater
Ollie #41 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Academy of Natural Sciences
As featured in 3 days in Philadelphia
Ollie #42 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 51 reviews
The academy includes a library, museum and exhibits. Its newest feature is Dinosaur Hall.
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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City Hall
Ollie #43 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 65 reviews

    The Philadelphia City Hall was completed in 1901 following thirty years of construction.  During this period, the original architectural style had gone out of fashion... more »

Attraction type  Government Buildings; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia
Ollie #44 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Philly is best seen by foot, and as such, The Constitutional Walking Tour is the best way to experience America’s Birthplace! See more than 20 of...... more » Owner description: Philly is best seen by foot, and as such, The Constitutional Walking Tour is the best way to experience America’s Birthplace! See more than 20 of Historic Philadelphia’s top sites on a 75 minute outdoor walking adventure through Independence National Historical Park including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Declaration House, Betsy Ross House, etc. Tours depart from outside the National Constitution Center at 525 Arch St. from April through November. « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Rosenbach Museum and Library
Ollie #45 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: The Rosenbach Museum & Library seeks to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and creativity by engaging broad audiences in exhibitions, programs and research...... more » Owner description: The Rosenbach Museum & Library seeks to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and creativity by engaging broad audiences in exhibitions, programs and research based on its remarkable and expanding collections. With an outstanding collection of rare books, manuscripts, furniture, and art, the Rosenbach is a museum and world-renowned research library, set within two historic 1865 townhouses, that reflects an age when great collectors lived among their treasures. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; Libraries
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
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Ollie #46 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 29 reviews
The simple home where Edgar Allen Poe lived and wrote. Among other stories, Poe wrote The Tell-Tale Heart here.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Independence Mall
Ollie #47 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Historic neighborhood in the middle of the city.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Rodin Museum
Ollie #48 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Home of the greatest Rodin collection outside of Paris. The museum houses 124 sculptures, including "The Thinker."
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Education Center
Ollie #49 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Society Hill
Ollie #50 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
A treasure of a red-brick neighborhood.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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