Philadelphia, “The City of Brotherly Love.” The fifth largest city in the United States. Founded by William Penn, it was under construction by 1682. The capital of the United States from 1776 to 1800, evidence of Philadelphia’s colonial heritage is visible everywhere. 

Be sure to troll along its old streets and visit its restored colonial houses. See the University of Pennsylvania, founded by Benjamin Franklin, Philadelphia’s most famous citizen. Philadelphia is noted as a strong educational, research, and industrial center.

But it is also a city of fountains, parks, zoos, and museums. Art, science and history museums make any visit to Philadelphia a wonderful learning experience. Be sure to see the Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Rodin Museum.

The history of the founding of the nation is to be seen in Philadelphia’s many historical sights. Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are only two of the dozens of fascinating historical landmarks you can visit. Don’t forget to walk through Philadelphia’s many gracious neighborhoods.

Situated between the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, Philadelphia’s waterfronts offer wonderful recreational  opportunities.

But Philadelphia is not just history and sports. It has exciting shopping opportunities, a lively right life, and some of the best restaurants in America. Enjoy your visit to America’s “Cradle of Liberty!”

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