From big cities to small towns and mountains to lakes, there is a lot to explore in Pennsylvania. Here, you’ll find a little bit of everything from our take on the best places to eat in Rittenhouse Square to what’s so fascinating about Doylestown’s Fonthill Castle.
For the most part, we stick to exploring the best of Philadelphia and its collar counties–generally places that are within about an hour of center city–because that’s what is most relevant to people visiting and living in the area.
Some favorites include:
March is a great time to be in Philadelphia. One of the city’s best foodie neighborhoods, East Passyunk hosts its restaurant week. The world’s oldest Flower Show brings lots of color to the Convention Center. Plus, if sports are your thing, the Phillies and the Union both host their home openers this month. Here’s […]
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A meal at Vernick Food & Drink always feels a little bit like being invited to a friend’s house, if that friend also happened to be one of the most distinguished chefs in Philadelphia. With a choice between the downstairs bar and back dining room or the cozier upstairs space, it’s been one of our
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Few cities do history and tradition quite like Philadelphia. Surprisingly, one of our longest running events has nothing to do with revolution or independence. Instead, it’s all about natural beauty. At nearly 200 years old, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Philadelphia Flower Show is packed with creativity every year. As the fingertips of winter loosen
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From Old City to Germantown, there are lots of
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February is packed with fun activities in Philly. A celebration of city firsts focuses on Black and Chinese history while Lunar New Year celebrations across the metro area feature lion dances, music, and cultural performances. Stay warm indoors with new exhibits at Franklin Institute and the National Constitution Center or brave the chill with a
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Whether you’re looking for an historic inn, a garden lit with white lights, or cozy fireplace seating, we’ve got something that fits the bill.
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In Philadelphia, New Year’s Day means one thing: the famous Mummers Parade. Every year, nearly 10,000 people strut their best through the city in what is the nation’s oldest folk parade. Since 1901, the local clubs and string bands of mummers put on performances and play music as they march through the city. Whether it
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Whether you’re looking for an amazing drive-through light show or neighbors who go all-out to decorate their homes for the season, Bucks Count has so much to offer.
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A list of some of the best Christmas lights in the city in beyond—from the top attractions to spectacular displays at private homes.
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Philadelphia’s best Christmas light display is Miracle on South 13th Street.
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