- Ask a Local
- Locals have answered 19 questions about Philadelphia.
- Ask Philadelphia Locals
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1. DeTours
- Segway, biking, or running tours of the city
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- Tours
- Old City/Society Hill
- Nile Expert Tip: DeTours owner and founder Rasa Vella combined her love of sports with her love of Philadelphia to create...
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2. Elfreth's Alley
- Oldest continuously inhabited street in the nation
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- Attractions
- Old City/Society Hill
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3. Bartram's Garden
- Historic botanical gardens
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
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4. Constitution Center
- Learn about the Constitution through interactive exhibits
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- Educational
- Old City/Society Hill
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5. City Hall
- Home of Philadelphia government and statue of William Penn
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- Landmarks
- Center City
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6. Franklin Court
- See the space where Ben Franklin lived and worked
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- Museums
- Old City/Society Hill
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7. Academy of Music
- Beautiful historic venue for orchestra and ballet
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- Events
- Center City
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8. Independence National Historical Park
- Historic site known as the birthplace of America.
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- Landmarks
- Old City/Society Hill
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9. Logan Circle
- Fountain on Ben Franklin Parkway
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- Landmarks
- Fairmount/Art Museum area
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10. Valley Forge National Historic Park
- Scenic historic site and great place to bike or picnic
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- Landmarks
- Outside the city
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The Best of NileGuide
- Many people come to Philadelphia to see the historic sites and to learn about our nation's foundations. There's no shortage of history here, and there are also plenty of things to do if you're not a history buff. Philadelphia is a bustling city -- the 4th largest in the country -- and there are countless museums, parks, stores, spas, and even golf courses beckoning visitors from across the country and the world. Philadelphia is home to several of the country's best children's educational museums, offering exciting things to do for the whole family. It also has a whole neighborhood (Society Hill) of charming cobblestone streets and upscale boutiques ideal for taking a leisurely stroll in the Liberty city of Philadelphia.
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Nightlife
- Music in Philadelphia
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- Bars and Clubs near Airport
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