Best Landmarks in Philadelphia

Eastern State Penitentiary, opened in 1829, was a pioneering prison known for its unique design and housed notorious criminals like Al Capone; now a museum, it offers guided tours exploring its history and reforms.

Reading Terminal will be featured in an upcoming food tour video, highlighting iconic Philly foods.

Elfreth’s Alley is America’s oldest continuously lived-in street, known for its cobblestone charm and architecture.

A River. Penn Landing is a waterfront area on the Delaware River which has some rides, food and occasional outdoor concerts and events.

Race Track Pier highlights one of the best spots near Penn's Landing along the Delaware River.

Blue Cross RiverRink highlights one of the best spots near Penn's Landing along the Delaware River.

Cherry Street Pier highlights one of the best spots near Penn's Landing along the Delaware River.

An area along the Delaware River named in honor of William Penn's arrival, featuring Spruce Street Harbor Park with food stalls, boat tours, and scenic views.

Initially installed in the bell tower of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell was rung on important occasions, most notably when the Declaration of Independence was read on July 8, 1776.

Completed in 1753, Independence Hall is where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were signed, making it one of the most significant historical landmarks in the US.

The Liberty Bell Center houses one of America's most significant symbols, the Liberty Bell, representing freedom and independence.

An architectural masterpiece, Philadelphia's City Hall is a stunning example of Second Empire style, topped by a colossal statue of William Penn. Visitors can explore its opulent interiors and enjoy panoramic city views from its observation deck.

Step into America's oldest and largest outdoor public market, a bustling hub of authentic Italian and international foods. It's a sensory delight with vendors selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more.

Graffiti Pier in Port Richmond is a dynamic showcase of street art where every spray-painted wall tells a story, making it a haven for photographers and urban explorers.

The Smith Memorial Arch in West Fairmount Park features a whispering bench with unique acoustic properties.

The Curtis Center houses the Dream Garden, a mosaic made of over 100,000 pieces of glass created by Maxfield Parrish and produced by Tiffany Studios.

The Shofuso Japanese House and Garden in West Fairmount Park is an authentic 17th-century style Japanese house and garden.

The cave of kelpius, located in wisen Valley Park, is rumored to have been the home of a mystical Society led by johannus kelpius.

Congress Hall hosted the first Senate and House of Representatives, where George Washington was inaugurated.

The famous steps in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where the boxer Rocky ended his morning run in the original 1976 movie.

A significant architectural landmark and the largest City Hall in the United States, adorned with sculptures and topped by a statue of William Penn.

Located in Fairmount Park along the Schuylkill River, offering nice views.

The Rocky Statue is a popular tourist attraction located near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where visitors can take photos.

The location where the First Continental Congress met as tensions between the colonies and Britain were starting to heat up.

Located in One Liberty Place, it offers 360-degree views of the city.

Home to the One Liberty Observation Deck, offering stunning views of the city.

The primary location of public gatherings in the early days of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia City Hall is located.

Located in Penn's Landing, it's featured along with Spruce Street Harbor Park.

The credited location of where Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag, featuring 13 stars for the original colonies.

A fountain near the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A grand boulevard lined with flags, cultural institutions, and public artworks, connecting City Hall to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A nationally prominent skyscraper in the Philadelphia skyline.

A nationally prominent skyscraper in the Philadelphia skyline.

A memorial plaza and sculpture dedicated to polish astronomer mikolai kernick.

A historic bank built in 1903 in the Georgian Revival style.

Chartered in 1863, it was the first Commercial Bank to issue a federal bank note.

Where, in 1795, Physic performed the first human blood transfusion.

A famous, colorful gate at tenth and AR streets in Chinatown.

Designed in 1812, houses a restaurant and a museum that explains the Waterworks' purpose and local Watershed history.

A row of 15 boat houses on the East Bank of the SKU River, housing social and rowing clubs and the racing shells.

A French-inspired Boulevard that runs through the cultural heart of Philadelphia.

A waterfront area on the Delaware River with rides, food, and occasional outdoor concerts and events, where William Pan landed in 1682.

The 'Rocky Steps' are the staircase leading up to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, made famous by the 'Rocky' films, where visitors emulate Rocky Balboa by running up the steps.

The President's House site is a preserved ruin where the president used to live when Philadelphia was the capital city of the United States.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located in Washington Square Park and includes an Eternal Flame.

A bold red statue in John F. Kennedy Plaza (LOVE Park) that has become an enduring symbol of Philadelphia.

The Rocky Balboa Statue is located at the bottom of the Rocky Steps.

A historic building where early American leaders made decisions.