Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Experience Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is one of the nation’s oldest, most historic and vibrant cities. With riveting attractions such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Wachovia Center, Lincoln Financial Field - home of the Philadelphia Eagles - PA Convention Center, Liberty Bell and Valley Forge Historic Park, Philadelphia is one of the most exciting family vacation destinations on the East Coast! See our nation’s most significant artifacts and sites - where our founding fathers created the US Constitution and the bell that rang for victory and liberty. Make your way by the modern museums and parks to get a feel for the city’s high-tech edge.
Philadelphia Museum of Art. With more than 225,000 pieces from our world’s most talented artists, this museum is a must visit attraction for anyone who holds an appreciation for the beauty of expression. Opened in 1876, the Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibits one of the country’s largest and most priceless collections of masterful art from such greats as Dali, Van Gogh, Manet, and Picasso.
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Lincoln Financial Field. This 67,000+ capacity stadium is the official playing ground of the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles. Get tickets to see fierce football action, exciting events and blockbuster concerts at Lincoln Financial Field.
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PA Convention Center. Whether you’re in Philadelphia attending an important meeting or if looking for an interesting place to visit, the state-of-the-art PA Convention Center is your place for meetings, conventions, conferences and trade shows. With a half million square feet in exhibition space and a grand ballroom, you’ll find the region’s biggest business events at this cutting-edge venue.
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Temple University. Ranking as the nation’s 27th largest university, this distinguished institution offers students over 300 degree programs. Founded in 1884, Temple University features one of the country’s leading programs for professional instruction. With eight campuses throughout the Philadelphia region and several international campuses Temple is an intellectual meeting place of students from around the world.
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Liberty Bell. Learn all about this important artifact and symbol of our nation’s quest for freedom and liberty when you visit Independence Hall. View the Liberty Bell’s original home where both the US Constitution and Declaration of Independence were signed and then take a walk to the Liberty Bell Center where the iconic bell hangs for tourists to admire.
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Constitution Center. Located just a short walk away from Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall, this is Philadelphia’s most interactive museum of history and the only one devoted to our nation’s constitution. Learn about our nation’s single most important governmental document. Gain an appreciation for how it came to be and for the men who signed it and paved the way for what are country stands for to this day.
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Eastern State Penitentiary . Opened on October 23, 1829, this solitary confinement prison was once home to some of the world’s most notorious felons including Willie Sutton and Al Capone. While the gates of the legendary penitentiary shut in 1971 after 142 years, the infamous - possibly haunted - penitentiary offers historic tours and night tours.
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Wachovia Center. Home of the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers and NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, Wachovia Center is a world-class sports and entertainment arena. Wachovia Center is the premier destination in Philadelphia to catch the hottest events, concerts and musical performances, including superstars such a as Bon Jovi and Ozzy Osbourne.
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Valley Forge Historic Park . Enjoy fun outdoor activities and beautiful scenery at Valley Forge Historic Park. At this lovely park you can enjoy biking, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, and boating. Join a guided tour and learn about the purpose that Valley Forge served during the Revolutionary War, as well as view real artifacts from this significant time in our nation’s history.
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Sesame Place. Enjoy an amusement park devoted to Sesame Street! Just 30 minutes north of Philadelphia, Sesame Place is a fun family attraction and great vacation destination for families with small children. Kids love the rides, events, and live shows as they see and interact with all of their favorite Sesame Street characters including Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and Elmo.
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Philadelphia Family Fun Getaways. From pulse-pounding rides with a chocolate twist at Hersheypark to your favorite characters at Sesame Place to exciting encounters with sea creatures at Adventure Aquarium, the Philadelphia area is the ultimate family getaway destination. Jump into fun at these family-friendly attractions.
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- Sesame Place
- Hersheypark
- Adventure Aquarium
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Universities. One of America’s oldest and most vibrant cities, Philadelphia owns a longstanding tradition of excellence in education. With stimulating campuses and diverse academic programs, the region’s highly-regarded colleges and universities are devoted to preparing students with the tools and knowledge necessary for living prosperous and positively contributing lives.
- Drexel University
- Temple University
- Villanova University
- University of Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia University of the Arts
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Philadelphia Shopping. Whatever your style or budget, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for at Philadelphia’s exciting shopping malls. Looking to buy an outfit with a hip, European flair? Browse the shops at the King of Prussia Mall - the largest mall in the country - where you’ll find retailers from the world’s top names in fashion. Head over to Philadelphia’s Premium Outlet Mall for outer gear from your favorite retailers. From fashion to furniture, Philadelphia offers the retail therapy you desire!
- King of Prussia Mall
- Philadelphia Premium Outlet Mall
- Macy’s [Top]
Hersha Hotels of Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia is one of the world's most dynamic destinations, and Hersha Hotels provides comfortable, modern accommodations at 8hotels in Philadelphia and the surroundings cities of King of Prussia, Langhorne, Malvern, and Bethlehem. Our recently built Philadelphia downtown hotel is walking distance to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Congress Hall, Center City, Liberty Bell and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Our hotels just outside Philly are ideally located near exciting attractions like Sesame Place and the famous shopping district of King of Prussia. Whether visiting for business or vacation, Hersha Hotels offers exciting getaway packages for unforgettable adventures in the Philadelphia Area.
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Dorney Park Package
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Splash in to a wonderful world of fun and excitement at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, this exhilarating family adventure park features the largest collection of water attractions in the country, as well as thrilling rides and slides, pint-sized rides for kids, 40 restaurants with fabulous food, live entertainment - including a 13-piece band, singers and performers – arcades and midway games, talented artists and crafters, and souvenir shops. Hop on Wildwater Kingdom's newest attraction, Aqua Racer, a 300-foot long six-lane mat racer that’s sure to cool you down.
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Eastern State Penitentiary Package
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Experience a unique aspect of Philadelphia’s colorful history! Take a fascinating tour of Pennsylvania’s historic Eastern State Penitentiary and experience how the once controversial concept of solitary confinement was used to change the behavior of inmates. Opened in 1829, this famous solitary confinement prison once held the world’s most notorious criminals, including Al Capone and bank robber Willie Sutton. The Historic Tour, narrated by actor Steve Buscemi, includes the Surveillance Hub, restored cells, the solitary confinement yards, the baseball diamond, Death Row and Al Capone's cell. While the gates of the legendary penitentiary shut in 1971 - after 142 years - it remains a popular attraction of crumbling cell blocks and historical perspective.
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Historic Philadelphia Attractions Package
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Once the capital of the United States, Philadelphia is a beautiful and historic city filled with many icons of our nation’s past and future. Enjoy a sightseeing journey into the heart of Philadelphia and experience historic attractions such as the Liberty Bell, one of the most important symbols of our nation’s quest for freedom and liberty, and Independence Hall, the original site where the US Constitution and Declaration of Independence were signed. Take a walk through Philadelphia’s Historic District to the Liberty Bell Center where the iconic Liberty Bell hangs as a beacon of our nation’s independence, and visit Constitution Center, an interactive museum of history devoted to our nation’s constitution. Walk the streets that Ben Franklin and the founding fathers frequented and visit the home of Betsy Ross.
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King of Prussia Mall Package
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Enjoy a wonderful shopping adventure at the King of Prussia Mall, a high-fashion retail destination that’s only minutes outside of Downtown Philadelphia. With over 400 exclusive shops, trendy boutiques, luxury department stores and stylish restaurants, the King of Prussia Mall is the nation’s largest retail shopping mall featuring the most exclusive brands and products in the world of fashion.
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Macy’s Philadelphia Shopping Package
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is an outstanding shopping destination filled with exciting shopping malls, premium outlets and world-famous department stores – from the King of Prussia Mall to the Philadelphia Premium Outlet Mall to Macy’s. A shopping spree at the historic Macy's in Downtown Philadelphia makes out-of-town shopping fun and exciting. Located right in Philadelphia Center City on Market Street, Macy’s – the most legendary department store on earth – offers the hottest fashions and trends in apparel, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, home furnishings and accessories.
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