OT: Things to do in Philadelphia

[BlueRidgeMtns]

So my wife is taking me to see the Braves play in Philly at the end of next month. We go up on a Friday and the game isn't until Sunday. Any suggestions on things to do Friday night and Saturday?

I've never been there before.

 

[coach66]

I go there on business from time to time. It's mostly about the Revolutionary

War and there are several historic tours you can take. I'd go with those for starters and of course research what the best restaurants and bars are and hit those too.

 

[aTotal360]

The Golden Moon is lit.

 

[Drebin]

Boo Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny. That way, you'll fit in.

 

[FreeDawg]

Go to South Philly. Ask around for Joey Merlino**

 

[coach66]

They are the surliest bunch of sports fans on the planet.

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[LandArchDawg]

Walk down South Street. Eat at Jim's steaks.

 

[BlueRidgeMtns]

That's what I've heard. Probably shouldn't wear my braves attire around town.

 

[Lawdawg.sixpack]

I was born and raised on the west side of Philadelphia. Word to the wise - if you're shooting some basketball outside of the school, even if you're just chilling out, maxing and relaxing, be sure to watch out for guys who may be up to no good. They'll start making trouble in your neighborhood.

 

[hullabaloodog]

In-laws live up there so we visit quite a bit. My best bets:
-Tony Luke's (Roasted Italian pork or cheesesteaks. South Philly near the stadium)
-Paesanos (delicious sandwiches and wraps. Location in the Italian Market. http://www.paesanosphillystyle.com/)
-Fishtown Neighborhood (Craft beer bars: Frankford Hall, Bottle Bar, Kraftwork, Johnny Brendas)
-Reading Terminal Market (Tons of food, drink, specialty booths. Good spot to try lots of different stuff.)

 

[Shamoan]

liberty bell, independence hall, museum of art (rocky steps), gotta pick between pat's or geno's....so you have to eat both.

 

[Uncle Ruckus]

Bruh, do you even Geyser Falls?

 

[Uncle Ruckus]

Williams Brothers. Great family **

 

[DancingRabbit]

Not just booing. Pelted Santa with snowballs. Hilarious video about it.

Boo Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny. That way, you'll fit in.

Interesting OJ angle.

 

[DerHntr]

liberty bell, independence hall, museum of art (rocky steps), gotta pick between pat's or geno's....so you have to eat both.

Agree on eating both. Has to be done.

 

[Dawgsnsaints]

Make sure to visit the "Earth Dam Memorial"

 

[bulldogcountry1]

Reading Terminal Market

Liberty Bell

Chickie's and Pete's crabfries at the game

 

[PBRME]

This isn't a tourist spot or something to knock off the old bucket list. There's a pizza joint in Bensalem about 15-20 minutes north of the stadium right off the interstate located in a strip mall. About 10 years ago I had to go to Philly for business every couple months. Hit up all the to eat places. This joint was right across the street from my hotel. Sometimes I'd eat there twice a day. Their pizza was outstanding, but what really stood out to me was a sandwich.

Special Cheese Steak

Steak w/Green Peppers, Fried Onions, Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Pizza Sauce, American & Provolone Cheeses


Words can't describe how good that sandwich was. Haven't been back since 09. To this day I still watch for airplane ticket prices to be cheap enough to fly up there on a weekend just to eat that sandwich. Can't vouch now that it's as good as it was. Not even sure if it's still the same owners. If you have time to kill for lunch and looking for something to try then go to Champ's.