After being abandoned for more than twenty years, the Eastern State Penitentiary is a building in ruins. When it was built, however, in 1829 this was one of the most expensive prisons in the world. Renowned for both it's architecture and it's strict style, it was designed by John Haviland - who was the architect […]
Set in the castle-esque structure of the Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP), an abandoned prison that believed in consistent isolation of its prisoners, Terror Behind the Walls is one of the scariest haunted houses in the country. It is scary in its very nature but every Halloween season, ESP steps it up and makes it its […]
This post covers the weather in Philadelphia during the month of November, including average temperatures, and rainfall, plus tips on what to pack. November in Philadelphia starts out mild but becomes more winter-like as the month ends. Fall foliage peaks near the end of October but often continues into the first week of November and […]
October is a good time to visit Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as the summer heat is gone and the winter cold has not yet arrived. The autumn colors usually peak here from mid-October to early November and the weather is ideal for most outdoor activities. Early in the month, the afternoon temperatures are very pleasant, averaging in […]
If you like to experience real Philadelphia, you’ll have to venture outside the Independence Mall area, and you will be rewarded with great sights and LOVE. The famous LOVE Park next to City Hall is a must-see! The park was formerly known as the JFK Plaza, which is the grand entrance to the Benjamin Franklin […]
About the Market Come and visit the Italian Market in Philadelphia! The South 9th Street Market, often referred to as the “Italian Market,” has a rich palate of foods and cultural influences. It’s a “must-see” stop and very uniquely Philadelphian. Originally it was referred to as the 9th Street Market, with the Italian influence inferred since […]
When visiting Philadelphia travelers flock to see the famous “Liberty Bell.” A symbol of revolution, the birth of a nation, and freedom for all mankind. To see the bell in person is easy with a few helpful tips and some patience. Tickets and Reservations To set the record straight…you DO NOT need tickets for the […]
Located just 20 miles northwest of Philadelphia is Valley Forge, the historic military camp site used by General George Washington and his men during the Revolutionary War. Because of its close proximity to the city, Valley Forge makes for an excellent day trip out of Philadelphia. National Park Service provide a number of great tours which bring […]
The Holidays have come to Philadelphia and the City of Brotherly Love is ready and eager to embrace the Christmas spirit! If you are visiting Philadelphia in December you have so many options for Holiday cheer, but we’ve put together a list of the best things on offer this year. Unless specified, all are kid […]
Visit the Philadelphia Academy of Music, which is the only surviving European-style opera house in America. Today, it is the home of the Opera Company of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Ballet; and for the past century, it was home to the Philadelphia Orchestra. The building dates from 1857 and has a modest exterior; the builders […]
I'll be honest. I haven't seen all the Rocky movies. But I have run up the Rocky steps so I think that counts. Rocky Balboa is a character in a film, but with seven movies spanning his fictional live from the mid 1970s to 2006, he seems real. He even has his own Wikipedia page. […]
One of the most beautiful sites in Philadelphia is hidden. Set aside in the lobby of the Curtis Building, what is now a still in use office building but was once the Saturday Evening Post offices, is a Tiffany mosaic based on a Parrish artwork. The Dream Garden Mosaic is a masterpiece based on a […]
Free Tours by Foot is proud to present the only name-your-own-price Philadelphia food tours. If you are looking for a food tour that leaves both your stomach and your wallet full, then Free Tours by Foot food tours may be the tour company for you. If you are looking for a fun, filling and affordable […]
Come explore the oldest and largest Italian markets in the country on one of our Philadelphia Food Tours.
Check out Philadelphia's best Asian cuisine on Free Tours By Foot's Chinatown Tour. Sample the best that Philly's Chinatown has to offer on this food tour.
Join Free Tours By Foot as we take you through the cradle of American Democracy on our Independence Mall Tour in Philadelphia.
