Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Philadelphia
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Philadelphia with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Philadelphia area
This Philadelphia map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Philadelphia and surroundings
Photogallery of Philadelphia sights
Our guide to Philadelphia
Advices for travellers
6. Drivers should be aware that it isn’t easy to find parking place in the city. Parking is forbidden on some streets, while other places are limited by strict time limits. Rent a car would be beneficial only to those who travel as a great company and plan to visit different areas of the city. 7. Philadelphia has the well-developed public transport system; it is possible to move freely throughout the city. … Open
Travel guide to Philadelphia
The Art Museum of Philadelphia enjoys popularity among lovers of art. Its opening took place as early as 1876. The museum was opened on the occasion of the World Exhibition in the city. Today, the collection of the museum has more than 200000 exhibits. Here, you'll see works of art brought from various continents. A small research center operates lately within the walls of the museum. Elfret is considered the most … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
The French restaurant Bibou would appeal to demanding travelers. Upscale table setting and a beautiful presentation of meals will make the stay here even more attractive; a decent selection of treats will surprise discerning gourmets. Every day regulars visit Bibou to enjoy exquisite cheese and taste the best French wines. The Barbuzzo restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine. Among special treats there are … Open
Attractions and active leisure
The mass of impressions will give a visit to Philly Zoo; it is the oldest zoo in the United States. The zoo is home to over 2,000 animals, birds and reptiles. Graceful white lions are considered to be the real pride of the zoological garden. The Franklin Square park is popular among sports fans; there is an excellent field for minigolf on its territory. After enjoying the game, visitors can take a walk through the … Open
Cultural excursion through Philadelphia - things to see
There are about twenty religious monuments of different eras in the city. Gloria Dei Church and Old Pine Street Presbyterian Church are considered to be the most scenic. To make the cultural program diverse devote some time to local museums. One of the most visited venues is the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The museum houses one of the world's largest collections of paintings by Van Gogh. The Rodin Museum and the … Open
Philadelphia sightseeing
Particular attention should be paid to the historical monuments of Philadelphia. Independence Hall is by far the most popular sight of the city. In the end of the 18th century this hall became the witness of two important events. In 1776 here was proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, and in 1787 the hall became the place of the U.S. Constitution adoption. One of the hall’s pavilions still carefully keeps … Open