NEIGHBORHOODS Chinatown Friendship Gate © PHLcvs ' e Convenliion Cenlier Dislirict; / Chinaliown ANCHORED BY TME PENNSYLVANIA CONVENTION CENTER, this diverse neighborhood is also home to Philadelphia's bustling CHINATOWN and PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF THE FINE ARTS-the nation's first art school and museum, founded in 1805. DO: Experience Philadelphia's legendary food culture at READING TERMINAL MARKET, where vendors sell everything from Pennsylva- nia Dutch fare to Middle Eastern specialties to roast pork sand- wiches and cheesesteaks-it's one of the oldest and largest public markets in the country. Sign up for a 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour with CITY FOOD TOURS to learn about the history and discover hidden gems. Nearby is the FABRIC WORKSHOP AND MUSEUM, a free museum that exhibits contemporary textile-based art. Don't miss the fun and funky gift shop. Architecture enthusiasts will marvel at the 1873 MASONIC TEMPLE, a National Historic Landmark that blends influences from medieval Europe, Renaissance, neoclas- sicism, Ancient Egypt, and Asia. Hour-long tours are available Wednesday through Saturday. DINE: Snap a photo in front of Chinatown's iconic Friendship Gate before heading to CHUBBY CATTLE, where you can indulge in all- you-can-eat Wagyu Shabu. The restaurant specializes in authentic Chinese hotpot, where fresh meats, seafood, and vegetables are cooked in a bubbling broth at the table. Want a dose of Southern hospitality and live jazz? Dine at SOUTH RESTAURANT & JAZZ CLUB for NOLA classics like jambalaya, shrimp & grits, and Creole Museum of the American Revolution © PHLcvs • Old Ciliy YOUR DESTINATION FOR AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY-it's home to INDEPENDENCE HALL and the LIBERTY BELL after all-Old City is also a must-visit for its cool galleries, trendy boutiques, and buzzy dining spots. For more on the Semiquincentennial, visit page 7. DO: Family-friendly museums abound in Old City, including the WEITZMAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY, where powerful exhibits showcase the 360-year history of Jewish people in America. With a diverse array of theater productions, the ARDEN THEATRE, an intimate performing arts center, elevates the local theater experience and offers exceptional children's program- ming-an ideal introduction to live stage performances for young audiences. In the evening, discover Old City's spookier side with a GHOST TOUR OF PHILADELPHIA. These candlelit walking tours take you through the back streets and secret gardens of Independence National Historical Park, Old City, and Society Hill, revealing the city's "haunted" past. DINE: James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Ellen Yin celebrates seasonal ingredients and contemporary American fare at her acclaimed restaurant FORK. When the weather is nice, enjoy the rooftop deck at REVOLUTION HOUSE and dine on elevated comfort food and signature craft cocktails. Traditional Mexican is on the menu at LAS BUGAMBILIAS. Think: huevos rancheros, came molcajete, and chicken in traditional mole sauce, all of which pair perfectly with a margarita. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - deviled eggs. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ The Philly Phlash is a tourist bus that drives a loop around major attractions, daily May to ~ September and on weekends in the fall. Visit RidePhillyPhlash.com for more information. 2'f 2026 OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE• DISCOVERPHL.COM
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