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- Locals have answered 19 questions about Philadelphia.
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1. DeTours
- DeTours is the first and only tour company to provide small-group tours through the city by segway, by bike, or by foot -- running, that is. ... read more
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- 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. Kimmel Center
- The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is the new home of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Accommodated within the center is Verizon Hall for orchestral... read more
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3. Mural Tours
- Philadelphia may be the world's mural capital, with over 2500 outdoor and indoor murals, most of them done since 1989, when the city's Mural Arts... read more
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4. Please Touch Museum
- The Please Touch Museum offers a unique experience for children. Its exhibits are all hands-on, and young children can experiment with and understand... read more
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5. Elfreth's Alley
The modern Benjamin Franklin Bridge shadows Elfreth's Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America. Most of Colonial Philadelphia...
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6. Bartram's Garden
- Considered to be the progenitor of American horticulture, Bartram's Garden is an 18th Century wonder on the banks of the Schuykill River. Established... read more
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
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7. Forrest Theatre
- This theater, built and run by the Shubert Organization, has been hosting live performances since 1927. The theater offers dramas, comedies, Broadway... read more
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8. Constitution Center
- The Constitution Center, built in 2000, occupies the northwestern end of Independence National Historical Park (also called Independence Mall).... read more
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9. Barnes Foundation (The)
- The Barnes Foundation is a remarkable museum that reflects the genius of its founder, Albert C. Barnes. Barnes began displaying his collection... read more
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10. Independence Hall
- Independence Hall, completed in 1753, is known to many as the birthplace of America. This building is where the nation's founders issued the Declaration... read more
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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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