Recreations & Leisure
Philadelphia has plenty to keep you busy, whether you’re a tourist planning to visit the city for a few days or you live in the area. From annual and special events to those recreation and leisure opportunities that exist on a routine basis, you can take your pick from dozens of options at any given time. From an annual flower show to the annual automobile show, and from historical landmarks to the best dining opportunities imaginable, you’ll find something to catch your attention.
History plays an important role in Philadelphia’s tourist attractions. From the home of Edgar Allan Poe to the Betsy Ross House, you’ll find hundreds of sites around the city that will help you gain a perspective of the city’s past. You’ll also find that many of the attractions are the very foundation of America. Learn the role of the Liberty Bell in the Abolitionist Movement or visit the city’s oldest churches to find out more about the original settlers’ quest for religious freedom.
The city has an impressive parks and recreation center where you can choose from pools, skating, playgrounds or lessons on a variety of subjects. You’ll find area golf courses, city tours, libraries, gardens and plenty more to fill your leisure time in Philadelphia.
City Getaways
With so much to do in Phildelphia, there’s not much reason to leave this sprawling city. But if a day trip or a weekend getaway is in your plans, there’s plenty to see and do in the area.
Greater Atlantic City is a perfect getaway. You’ll find tons to do there, from amusement parks to botanical gardens. Spend the day in the water or just look over the ocean life in one of the area aquariums.
Lancaster to the northwest is the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country. Shop from crafts produced by area Amish craftsmen, see productions in the area dinner theatres, and enjoy the tranquil countryside.