DESTINATION PLANNING GUIDE 73 THINGS TO DO/ATTRACTIONS Congregation Mikveh Israel Founded in 1740, the Synagogue of the Revolution maintains its tradition. Visitors may join the service as Haym Salomon, Rebecca Gratz and other illustrious Jews did. mikvehisrael.org, 44 North 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-922-5446 h k ✔ ✔ ✔ 30 Congress Hall The House of Representatives and Senate met at Congress Hall when Philadelphia was the capital. It was also the site of George Washington’s second inauguration. nps.gov/inde, 6th and Chestnut streets, Philadelphia, PA, 215-965-2305 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Declaration House As a delegate to the Second Continental Congress in 1776, Thomas Jefferson rented two rooms in this house where he proceeded to draft the Declaration of Independence. The reconstruction of this building dates from 1975. nps.gov/inde, 7th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA, 215-965-2305 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest returns to the Waterfront. Experience The Lodge with food, beverages and a new immersive light show. delawareriverwaterfrontcorp.com, 121 North Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 215-629-3200 h k ✔ ✔ ✔ Elfreth’s Alley This is the oldest continuously occupied residential street in the nation and a National Historic Landmark. This streetscape of 32 colonial- and Federal-style homes was once occupied by artisans. Two homes are open to the public for guided tours. elfrethsalley.org, 124-146 Elfreth’s Alley, Philadelphia, PA, 215-574-0560 ✔ ✔ 90 Faith and Liberty Discovery Center The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center is an interactive and immersive history experience exploring the relationship between faith and liberty in guiding the formation of our country through the present day. faithandliberty.org, 101 North Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA, 215-309-0401 h k Fireman’s Hall Museum Adults and children learn firefighting history and fire safety tips in a restored 1902 firehouse at Fireman’s Hall Museum. See apparatus, traditional and interactive exhibits. firemanshallmuseum.org, Philadelphia Fire Department Historical Corporation, 147 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-923-1438 h k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 60 First Bank of the United States This building was completed in 1797 and is an early example of Neoclassical architecture. The idea of banking was thought up by Alexander Hamilton in 1791 to regulate a national monetary system in the U.S. nps.gov/inde, 3rd & Chestnut Sts., Philadelphia, PA, 215-965-2305 ✔ Historic Philadelphia, Inc. Storytelling, history makers, adventure tours and more bring history to life like never before with Once Upon A Nation! historicphiladelphia.org, 601 Walnut Street Suite 130, Philadelphia, PA, 215-629-4026 h k ✔ Varies Historic Saint George’s United Methodist Church This is the oldest continuously used United Methodist Church in America (since 1769) and an example of early colonial architecture. Tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays; weekends by appointment.historicstgeorges.org, 235 North Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-925-7788 ✔ ✔ 60 Independence Hall This historic site was originally built as the Pennsylvania State House, and is where the Declaration of Independence was adopted, and where the U.S. Constitution was written. nps.gov/inde, Between 5th and 6th streets on Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-965-2305 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 60 Independence National Historical Park Explore the ideas and challenges of the past -remote in time but so important to how we think today- when you visit Independence National Historical Park. nps.gov/inde, Independence Visitor Center, 6th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA, 215- 597-8787 h k ✔ ✔ 240- 480 Independence Seaport Museum An indoor and outdoor venue on the Delaware River. Perfect for small retreats to large conventions, including a 530-seat Concert Hall, breakout rooms and two historic ships. phillyseaport.org, 211 South Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 215-413-8655 h k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 120 Liberty Bell Center The Liberty Bell Center’s exhibits illuminate the bell’s storied past, focusing on both liberty attained and on liberty not yet realized. nps.gov/inde, 6th and Market streets, Philadelphia, PA, 215-965-2305 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 90 Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church Founded by Richard Allen in 1792, this site is the oldest property continuously owned by African Americans. A small museum is located on the lower level. motherbethel.org, 419 South 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-925-0616 k 45 bus parking comp driver comp guide free food service tour lenght (minutes)
