Outdoor dining at Parc
Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
With Love, Philadelphia XOXO™
This summer, love is in the air — and in newspapers, magazines and even on the radio.
Our new ad campaign, With Love, Philadelphia XOXO™, is a light-hearted series of love letters from Philadelphia to, well, you! You can get a sneak peek at the ads and our brand new commercial — we think you’ll love them.
And take a look at our With Love Hotel Packages. With 40+ packages available, we’re making sure your summer visit to Philadelphia is a budget-friendly one. And you gotta love that.
Sunoco Welcome America!
The 10-day festival returns this summer!
From June 26 to July 5, Philadelphia celebrates America’s birthday with concerts, parades, food and two nights of fireworks — plus a special live performance by Sheryl Crow!
Details are still rolling in, so be sure to check Sunoco Welcome America! for the latest information.
Parking in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a city best enjoyed on foot. However, finding a safe and inexpensive place to stash your car can sometimes be a challenge. Never fear — our Parking in Philadelphia guide gives you the inside scoop on where to park, how to avoid tickets and how to pre-purchase Smart Cards online. Check out the guide here.
Audacious Freedom
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) reopens on June 19 with a new look — and a brand new exhibit!
Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia 1776-1876 uses interactive technology to showcase how African Americans lived and worked in Philadelphia while greatly impacting our nation’s early development. Click here to read more about this exciting addition to a wonderful museum.
Historic Philadelphia
So you know about the Liberty Bell and the Betsy Ross House. But here’s what they didn’t teach you in history class: Philadelphia’s Historic District, always buzzing with activity, is home to some of the East Coast’s most exciting shopping, dining and nightlife destinations.
Take a look around the neighborhood. Grab a street-side cocktail, take a tour, visit a museum or even embark on a history-meets-hip itinerary.
Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy
Now through September 7, The Franklin presents the world premiere of Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy, a landmark exhibition celebrating the 400th anniversary of the astronomer’s discoveries.
Philadelphia is the only international stop for Galileo. To make the most of your trip, book our exclusive Galileo Hotel Package and find out about the Galileo + Philadelphia connection.
And check out uwishunu for Galileo event updates and more — including this great video clip of Derrick Pitts, Chief Astronomer at The Franklin, talking about the exhibition on The Colbert Report!
On the Map: Outdoor Dining
After hibernating for the winter, Philadelphia’s love of outdoor dining is coming to a sidewalk or courtyard near you!
Click here to view a map of 200+ restaurants in the region with outdoor seating. You can get walking directions, find nearby attractions and even search by cuisine type.
Then saddle up to a sidewalk table at restaurants like Tria and Parc and let the breeze come to you.
Food and Drink Deals
Everyone loves a good deal — especially in today’s penny-pinching economy.
Luckily, Philadelphia restaurants and bars are heeding the call with incredible offers for happy hours, prix fixe dinners, all-you-can-eat offers and the like. And we’re collecting the best of the bunch on uwishunu.com, adding to the list whenever we hear about a great deal.
And check back often — the great offers keep rolling in!
History Goes Mobile!
Now you can access information about Historic Philadelphia on mobile devices, including your cell phones, so you can discover historic sites, cultural attractions, restaurants, shops and more – on the go! Just type gophila.com in your mobile browser and start exploring!
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