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Philadelphia is easy to walk, and where you stay shapes the trip. These are the neighbourhoods we suggest for a first visit.
Old City
Old City puts you next to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, with cobbled streets and small hotels in former warehouses. It is the best base if this is your first time in the city.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse is the place for restaurants, shops and a green square in the middle of it all. It is a short walk to the museums on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Fishtown
Fishtown is younger and louder, with music venues, breweries and coffee roasters. Stay here if you want evenings out more than early mornings at the sights.
- Getting around: most of Center City is walkable; use the subway for longer trips.
- Best months: April to June and September to October.
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