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From one of the best art museums in the country to an institute filled with medical oddities and a unique space dedicated to a classic comedy trio, museums in greater Philadelphia are fascinating.

Large red brick building with rows of windows and a clock tower with a cupola

Visiting Independence Hall in Philadelphia: What to Know Before You Go

Independence Hall is the crown jewel of Philadelphia. It’s a must-see for visitors, and a place for locals to appreciate the history of the city.

Colorful neon signs on a wall, including an image of Elvis, a painters' palette, and "School House Rock Live!"

Visiting the Neon Museum of Philadelphia: A Look at the City’s Colorful Commercial Past

The commercial history of the city comes to life in dazzling color and lights at the Neon Museum of Philadelphia.

Sculpture of a man looking through his fingers in the sculpture garden of Michener Art Museum

Visiting the Michener Art Museum in Doylestown

The Michener Art Museum in Doylestown showcases work from artists around Bucks County in its spacious galleries.

Glencairn Museum, a granite mansion with a gray roof and 9-story tower

Glencairn Museum: Religious Art and Artifacts in Bryn Athyn

This striking museum, which was once one of the grandest homes in Montgomery County, holds 1000-year-old treasures from around the world behind its granite walls.