Alongside its vast array of historic sites, vibrant neighbourhoods and prestigious museums, the U.S. city of Philadelphia will welcome several new tourism developments in 2018, making this year the perfect time for both first-time visitors and repeat travellers alike to plan a trip to America’s first World Heritage City.
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PHILADELPHIA CVB CELEBRATES READING TERMINAL MARKET’S 125TH BIRTHDAY WITH 10 TASTY TIPS FOR TOURISTS
Philadelphia’s Reading Terminal Market, one of America’s largest and oldest public markets, will celebrate its 125th birthday today (22 February 2018) and to mark the impressive milestone, Philadelphia CVB has rounded up its top ten treats for visitors to try while exploring the market.
‘Wrap Up’ Christmas Early This Year With A Tax-Free Shopping Break In Philadelphia
With the UK high streets becoming increasingly busy with shoppers on the hunt for the perfect gift, now is the time to escape the Christmas chaos with a well-timed winter shopping break to Philadelphia.
Picture This: Philadelphia To Host A ‘Collage’ Of Art Events In Summer 2018
Summer 2018 is set to be a masterpiece of a summer for art-lovers planning to visit Philadelphia, with an exciting schedule of art shows and festivals taking place during the warmer months of the year.
Enjoy A Freaking Good Time In Philadelphia This Halloween
As one of the oldest cities in America, it is no surprise that Philadelphia has creepy and reportedly haunted historical locations. Combined with numerous family-friendly festivals and terrifying events, the city is the ideal destination for a hair-raising Halloween break this October.
Kick Off An Active Autumn With Sporting Events In Philadelphia
It’s no secret that Philadelphia loves sport – the US city is home to seven professional sports teams and, unsurprisingly, an abundance of devoted fans. With an exciting schedule of premier sporting activity taking place in Philadelphia this autumn, including the mammoth Philadelphia Marathon, Head of the Schuylkill Regatta, and home game days of the Philadelphia Eagles, sport enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice on ways to enjoy Philadelphia’s exhilarating sporting events.
Philadelphia’s Museum Of The American Revolution And The Franklin Institute Shortlisted In Leading Culture Destinations Awards 2017
Two of Philadelphia’s premier cultural institutions have been shortlisted for the Leading Culture Destinations Awards 2017. The Museum of the American Revolution has been nominated for the ‘Best Museum of the Year – North America’ award and Changing Earth at The Franklin Institute has been nominated in the ‘Climate Smart Award’, a new category introduced this year.