Philadelphia Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
largest city in Pennsylvania, United States
About Philadelphia
Philadelphia, often called the "Birthplace of America", is the birthplace of the country's modern democracy. Philly was founded by William Penn in 1681, and assumed its present-day shape and size in 1784 whenMontgomery Countywas split off from Philadelphia. The city's name translates to "City of Brotherly Love" and it has been a seat of freedom since its inception; founded by Quakers, the colony promoted religious freedom among its residents in stark contrast to theEnglandof the time. The definition of "Philadelphia" changed in 1854. Prior to that time, the term "Philadelphia" referred to what is today called "Center City", and what we today call "Philadelphia" was referred to as "Philadelphia County" (that term is still used today in legal and administrative contexts). For clarity's sake
Top Attractions in Philadelphia
Explore the best things to see and do in Philadelphia:
- ★Barnes Foundation
- ★Drexel Dragons
- ★Eastern State Penitentiary
- ★Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
- ★Fairmount Water Works
- ★Independence National Historic Park
- ★La Salle Explorers
- ★Penn Quakers
Where to Stay in Philadelphia
- 🏨Apple Hostels of Philadelphia
- 🏨HI — Chamounix Mansion Hostel
Philadelphia Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 17 sections including: