NEIGHBORHOODS Venice Island, Manayunk © J.Fusco1vrsn PHILADELPHIA Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial © PHLCVB e Northwest; Philadelphia 4lt Beyond Philadelphia DEEPLY ROOTED IN LOCAL HISTORY, these dynamic neighbor- hoods are worth a visit for their booming business districts and Revolutionary War-era sites. DO: Explore early America in HISTORIC GERMANTOWN, a rich historic district that includes 20 houses, sites, and museums. A must-see is the JOHNSON HOUSE HISTORIC SITE, one of the few Underground Railroad stops open to the public. After, visit THE COLORED GIRLS MUSEUM, a one-of-a-kind space in Germantown that honors and exhibits artifacts about the Colored Girl experi- ence. To immerse yourself in the Northwest neighborhoods, stroll the inviting business districts of Chestnut Hill, Mount Airy, or Manayunk to enjoy local boutiques, cafes, and neigh- borhood charm. The Schuylkill River Trail extends through Manayunk along the MANAYUNK CANAL TOWPATH. Venice Island is a narrow strip ofland formed between the Manayunk Canal and the Schuylkill River, home to an intimate 250-seat theater, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, and a children's spray park. DINE: Whet your appetite at one of the many neighborhood eateries in the Northwest neighborhoods. CAKE, tucked behind Robertson's Flowers in Chestnut Hill, serves breakfast, lunch, and brunch in a bright greenhouse enclosure. Enjoy gastropub fare and Detroit-style pizza at THE GOAT'S BEARD in Manayunk, or house craft beer and hearty dishes like brisket or fried chicken sandwiches at the MOUNT AIRY TAP ROOM. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - THE REGIONS SURROUNDING THE CITY offer a wealth of museums, gardens, family-friendly attractions, and retail outlets-perfect for a day trip. DO: Cross the Delaware River to the Camden Waterfront for the family-friendly ADVENTURE AQUARIUM, home to thousands of aquatic species. Walk through the Shark Tunnel to get a 180- degree view of sharks as they swim around you; spot hippos swimming around in the immersive Hippo Haven; and enjoy the colorful world of Kaleidoscope Cove, a new exhibit that immerses visitors in a rich underwater world filled with color, technology, and rare marine life. Docked on the waterfront is Iowa-class BATTLESHIP NEW JERSEY MUSEUM & MEMORIAL. Having served in World War II, Korean War, Vietnam, Beirut, and the Gulf War, it is the most-decorated battleship in U.S. history. In Montgomery County, visit VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, site of the Revolutionary War encampment. Trails connect key monuments and structures, including log-cabin barracks, Washington's headquarters, and the National Memorial Arch. Southwest of the city in the Brandywine Valley, world-famous LONGWOOD GARDENS is truly a botanical haven. Its recent expansion includes the 32,000-square-foot West Conservatory, with asym- metrical peaks rising from a pool, giving the illusion that the building floats on water. Inside, Mediterranean-inspired gardens with canals and fountains create a tapestry-like design. Walk the Ben Franklin Bridge for a fantastic Philly skyline view. Start at 5th and Race, stroll the pedestrian path, and catch unbeatable sunrise or sunset views over the Delaware River. 28 2026 OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE• DISCOVERPHL.COM
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