Christine’s guide to the

Best of Philly I’m a Philly native, and LOVE this city! As Chair of the ACE17 Welcoming Committee, I’ve put together lists of my favorite spots, along with web-links, to ensure your visit includes lots of local flavor. Almost all spots are within walking distance of the Convention Center, so get out there and enjoy!

If you’re a Water Geek… you’ll LOVE these waterfront spots! • Fairmount Water Works - museum & restaurant • Moshulu - restaurant on an an old ship at Penns Landing • Independence Seaport Museum - includes submarine & boat tours • Spruce Street Harbor Park - beer gardens, hammocks, games, and food

along the Delaware River • Boathouse Row - along the Schuylkill River, and lit up at night

If you enjoy Unique Dining… you’ll LOVE these restaurants! • Steven Starr - check out his numerous themed restaurants around town • Jose Garces - the Iron Chef has several restaurants • Reading Terminal Market - just outside the Convention Center • Farmacia - farm-to-table dining • Talula’s Garden - from the creators of Talula’s Table (a top ranked US

restaurant that requires reservations one year in advance)

If you enjoy Art & Learning… you’ll LOVE these museums! • Philadelphia Museum of Art - huge, free tours of the museum treasures • Barnes Foundation - pay extra for the docent led tour; it is SO worth it • Penn Museum - mummies and more • Franklin Institute - science museum • Rodin Museum

If you want a Taste of Philly… you’ll LOVE these Philly treats! • Cheesesteaks from Pats or Genos (go with a buddy, buy one from each

shop, which are catty-corner, then swap halves for a taste-test) • Bassets Ice Cream in the Reading Terminal Market • Cannoli from Termini Brothers in the Reading Terminal Market • Wawa - for coffee, Tasty-Kakes, and made-to-order hoagies • Philly Soft Pretzel - from any vendor on a street corner

If you are a History Buff… you’ll LOVE these historical sites! • Ben Franklin Museum - inventor, statesman, scientist, and much more • National Constitution Center • Betsy Ross House - did she really sew the first American Flag? • Independence National Historical Park - see where our country started • The newly opened Museum of the American Revolution

If you need to be Outdoors… you’ll LOVE these parks! • Dilworth Park - cooling fountains and cafe on west side of City Hall • Rittenhouse Square - plus fine dining el fresco around the Square • Fairmount Park - rent bikes, run or walk • Schuylkill River Trail - go for a walk or run along the river • Philadelphia Zoo

If you enjoy Quirky Things… you’ll LOVE these odd-ball places! • Eastern State Penitentiary - tour this crumbling architectural treasure • Mutter Museum - weird medical treasures • Magic Gardens - amazing mosaic tile gardens • Freedom Sculpture - bronze by Zenos Frudakis with intricate details • Ben Franklin’s Grave - also includes Colonial and Revolution-era leaders

If you are Short on Cash… you’ll LOVE these free things! • Philly Soft Pretzels ($.50 is practically free!) • Fairmount Park • Cheese samples from DiBruno Brothers • Free Tours by Foot - name your own price at the conclusion • Elfreth’s Alley - oldest residential street in the US

If you want to Ease Your Commute… you’ll LOVE these tips! • Take the train - Septa or Amtrak, and Jefferson Station is only 2 blocks away • www.bestparking.com - it’s an App! It’s a website! Never wonder if you’re

paying too much for parking again • Take the train from Lansdale, and get FREE parking in their new garage • Uber - easy, convenient, inexpensive rides through the city • Road Trip!! Share the driving with your coworkers or family

If you’re a Beer Snob… you’ll LOVE these beer spots! • City Tavern - sample recipes crafted by Ben Franklin & Thomas Jefferson • Monk’s Cafe - the Soul of Belgium in the Heart of Philadelphia • Eulogy Belgian Tavern - amazing beer list • Tippler’s Tour • Yards Brewing Company - since 1994

If you are Short on Time… you’ll LOVE these only-in-Philly treats! • Liberty Bell • Philly Soft Pretzel - from any vendor on a street corner • Run up the Rocky Steps, then pose for a selfie at the Rocky statue • Reading Terminal Market - just outside the Convention Center • Go outside, walk slowly, and look up a lot to get a feel for this historic city

If you must Stretch Your Legs… you’ll LOVE walking to these spots! • AMOR statue - while the iconic LOVE statue is being repainted, you can

still feel the love in Philly (8 blocks West of the Convention Center) • Fountains at Dilworth Park - west side of City Hall (3 blocks Southwest) • Liberty Bell (9 blocks Southeast) • Run up the Rocky Steps at the Art Museum, then pose for a selfie at the

Rocky statue (1.4 miles Northwest) • Paint Torch & Lenfest Plaza (across Broad Street from Convention Center)

If you Aren’t Afraid of Heights… you’ll LOVE these views! • Observation deck atop City Hall - just below the William Penn statue • R2L - in 2 Liberty Place, grab a drink and gaze south and west • One Liberty Observation Deck - 360 degree views of three states • SkyGarten - FREE admission to the 51st floor deck, plus drinks & apps • XIX Nineteen - restaurant, cafe, bar, atop the Hyatt at the Bellevue