Attractions
Landmarks
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Philadelphia is a city with a variety of landmarks from interesting to remarkable.
| Landmarks
Note - Some of these landmarks are private property and may not be open to the public |
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| Boathouse Row
A picturesque collection of boathouses that are mostly used by local colleges. |
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City Hall Broad and Market Streets Center City Philadelphia's City Hall is a large, ornate Victorian Era Building. It is noted for it's tower with a large statue of the City's Founder, William Penn at the top. You can take a tour of the tower for a spectacular view of the city. |
| The Pennsylvania Convention Center
The Pennsylvania convention center is housed in what was once one of the main railroad terminals in Philadelphia. It is easily accessible via car, bus, subway and rail. There's a set the regional rail station underground at 8th and Market. If you're visiting the convention center and are looking for a place to eat you might want check out the Reading Terminal Market listed below. |
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Reading Terminal Market
The Reading Terminal Market is an Institution in Philadelphia. It is noted for it's farmer's market with a number of Pennsylvania Dutch shops. Reading Terminal Market Website |
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Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral (Roman Catholic) The Cathedral is located on the circle near the Art Museum
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The Union League S. Market Street The Union League is a private club frequented by many well know Philadelphians.. |
| Fairmount Water Works
The Fairmount Water Works was begun in 1812 to provide water to the City. The works themselves are no longer in user. The machinery was hidden behind a facade of Greek, Roman and other building fronts. Friends of Wissahicklon Website |
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| Memorial Hall
Built for the 1876 Centennial Exposition. |
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