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Things to Do in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The Liberty Bell

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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A visit to the Liberty Bell is a must. Housed in a glass pavilion, the bell is visible at all times from outside the building. But it's worth the quick...

  • Historical Landmark

National Constitution Center

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The National Constitution Center is the first museum in the world devoted to the United States Constitution. Kids love its hands-on interactive exhibits, where they can vote for their...

  • Historical Landmark

Independence Hall

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Grown-ups will appreciate the significance of Independence Hall, where the Liberty Bell first tolled and the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed. But kids will enjoy stories...

  • Historical Landmark

Lights of Liberty Show

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Lights of Liberty is an astonishing multimedia show that drops you smack into the middle of America's fight for independence. After dark, you'll don a lightweight audio headset and follow...

  • Historical Landmark

  • Live Music Venue

  • Theater

Betsy Ross House

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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America's most famous flag-maker lived near Independence Hall, and a visit to her home makes the history come alive. Kids of all ages will be fascinated to see things...

  • Historical Landmark

Ride the Ducks Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Wildly popular with kids, this tour in an amphibious vehicle takes you through old Philadelphia, past the Liberty Bell, Congress Hall, South Street and Society Hill, the Betsy Ross House...

  • Boat Ride

  • Boat Tour

Philadelphia Trolley Works

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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If you're traveling without a car, the Trolley Works is a great way to get around. Or, if you're traveling with a baby and just need a break for tired...

  • Train

Academy of Natural Sciences

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Dinosaur fans will love Dinosaurs Galore, featuring a huge Tyrannosaurus Rex and dozens of skeletons and fossils, at this natural history museum. They'll want to get dirty in the Big...

  • Science & Nature Museum

Franklin Institute Science Museum

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Good for Pre-Teens & Teens

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This museum is a hands-on paradise for kids of all ages and their parents. It's anchored by the Science Center, with three floors of interactive exhibits. KidScience lets kids...

  • Science & Nature Museum

Philadelphia Insectarium

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This insect museum (read "bug zoo") is definitely on the creepy crawly side. Kids can play on a man-made spider web, watch a working beehive (safely behind glass), check...

  • Zoo

  • Science & Nature Museum

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