Guidebook for Philadelphia
Shopping
The oldest outdoor market in the US, the Italian Market also boasts speciality shops like DiBruno Brothers Cheese. You may remember Rocky running through the market!
419 locals recommend
Italian Market
919 S 9th StThe oldest outdoor market in the US, the Italian Market also boasts speciality shops like DiBruno Brothers Cheese. You may remember Rocky running through the market!
Fabric shops line 4th street - alongside other fun shops, galleries, restaurants, and cafes.
11 locals recommend
ATM Fabric Row
700 S 4th StFabric shops line 4th street - alongside other fun shops, galleries, restaurants, and cafes.
Big thrift shop with a fun staff that tag items with creative remarks. Be sure to check out the $1 room upstairs! There are a number of other vintage shops along the same block, too.
26 locals recommend
Philly AIDS Thrift
710 S 5th StBig thrift shop with a fun staff that tag items with creative remarks. Be sure to check out the $1 room upstairs! There are a number of other vintage shops along the same block, too.
This shop is owned by Isaiah Zager of Magic Garden fame. It offers clothing, jewelry and gifts from Mexico and around the world. Check out the instrument room upstairs!
6 locals recommend
Eyes Gallery
327 South StThis shop is owned by Isaiah Zager of Magic Garden fame. It offers clothing, jewelry and gifts from Mexico and around the world. Check out the instrument room upstairs!
Sightseeing
You can't help but notice all of the colorful mosaic murals throughout South Philly. Visit this incredible space by Isaiah Zagar and get even closer to the magic.
385 locals recommend
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
1020 South StYou can't help but notice all of the colorful mosaic murals throughout South Philly. Visit this incredible space by Isaiah Zagar and get even closer to the magic.
The pier is a good spot to view fireworks over the river during the summer. Free yoga is offered almost daily when the weather is nice.
66 locals recommend
Race Street Pier
North Christopher Columbus BoulevardThe pier is a good spot to view fireworks over the river during the summer. Free yoga is offered almost daily when the weather is nice.
An amazing outdoor space with hammocks and beer and bands and all kinds of wonderful things.
317 locals recommend
Spruce Street Harbor Park
301 S Christopher Columbus BlvdAn amazing outdoor space with hammocks and beer and bands and all kinds of wonderful things.
This famous bell is located across from Independence Hall on the ground where the first presidents of the United States lived. The surrounding Old City neighborhood is filled with museums and historical points of interest, not to mention good architecture, dining and shops!
755 locals recommend
Liberty Bell
526 Market StThis famous bell is located across from Independence Hall on the ground where the first presidents of the United States lived. The surrounding Old City neighborhood is filled with museums and historical points of interest, not to mention good architecture, dining and shops!
Food Scene
Geno's Steaks
1219 S 9th StTry your hand at ordering a cheesesteak - wit or without.
One of the great Philadelphia rivalries - Pat's v. Geno's. Which do you prefer?
316 locals recommend
Pat's King of Steaks
1237 E Passyunk AveOne of the great Philadelphia rivalries - Pat's v. Geno's. Which do you prefer?
Wonderful coffee, friendly staff, good atmosphere, and the "eggel" is one of my favorities quick breakfasts in the city.
24 locals recommend
Philadelphia Java Company
852 S 2nd StWonderful coffee, friendly staff, good atmosphere, and the "eggel" is one of my favorities quick breakfasts in the city.
A local favoritie with nightly specials (e.g., Taco Tues, Burger Weds, Pierogi Thurs), a late night happy hour from 10-11, a pool table upstairs, and old bumper cars throughout.
60 locals recommend
Tattooed Mom
530 South StA local favoritie with nightly specials (e.g., Taco Tues, Burger Weds, Pierogi Thurs), a late night happy hour from 10-11, a pool table upstairs, and old bumper cars throughout.
Lovely brunch in a cozy rowhome with little nooks everywhere. If there's a wait, stroll through the Italian Market or grab a cheap drinnk at 12 Steps Down first.
130 locals recommend
Sabrina's Cafe
910 Christian StreetLovely brunch in a cozy rowhome with little nooks everywhere. If there's a wait, stroll through the Italian Market or grab a cheap drinnk at 12 Steps Down first.
A good restaurant for brunch or lunch with a large beer selection. You can also pick up bottles to-go.
51 locals recommend
Hawthornes
738 S 11th StA good restaurant for brunch or lunch with a large beer selection. You can also pick up bottles to-go.
Go to any restaurant/bar on this block! Or one of the shops. They're all good!
7 locals recommend
Jamonera
105 S 13th StGo to any restaurant/bar on this block! Or one of the shops. They're all good!
Hipster bar/restaurant and the up and coming East Passyunk Ave. Other spots of interest along this route are the Pope (Pub on E Passyunk), Urban Jungle, and shops that sell locally made goods.
137 locals recommend
Cantina Los Caballitos
1651 E Passyunk AveHipster bar/restaurant and the up and coming East Passyunk Ave. Other spots of interest along this route are the Pope (Pub on E Passyunk), Urban Jungle, and shops that sell locally made goods.
Pricey but good restaurant where you can brunch/lunch/dine in a beautiful outdoor garden.
79 locals recommend
Talula's Garden
210 W Washington SquarePricey but good restaurant where you can brunch/lunch/dine in a beautiful outdoor garden.
Essentials
Palm Tree Market
901 S 2nd StCorner shop with delicious and nutricious offerings.
847 S 2nd St
847 South 2nd StreetIf you need to pick something up, 7-11 probably has it.
Beer Heaven
1100 S Christopher Columbus BlvdLocal bottle shop with a good selection of craft beer.
Drinks & Nightlife
Paddy's Old City Pub
228 Race StreetDive bar that may or may have not inspired It's Always Sunny.
Bainbridge Street Barrel House
625-627 S 6th StGood bar with the right amount of outdoor seating.
It's very easy to make friends at this u-shaped drive bar that still allows smoking.
15 locals recommend
Blue Duck on Broad
220 S Broad StIt's very easy to make friends at this u-shaped drive bar that still allows smoking.
Good venue that hosts mostly smaller musical acts or local events. Nearby bars usually offer specials before shows.
62 locals recommend
Theater of Living Arts
334 South StGood venue that hosts mostly smaller musical acts or local events. Nearby bars usually offer specials before shows.
A Philadelphia institution. A great dive with cheap drinks. It usually has live music, and it hosts the longest running drag show in the city.
305 locals recommend
Bob and Barbara's Lounge
1509 South StreetA Philadelphia institution. A great dive with cheap drinks. It usually has live music, and it hosts the longest running drag show in the city.
Arts & Culture
FringeArts hosts ecclectic local and international theater and dance performances. It also has a restaurant and bar, and the view is pretty great.
17 locals recommend
FringeArts
140 N Christopher Columbus BlvdFringeArts hosts ecclectic local and international theater and dance performances. It also has a restaurant and bar, and the view is pretty great.
Tiny black box theater that showcases local talent in a wonderful way.
7 locals recommend
Theatre Exile
1340-48 S 13th StTiny black box theater that showcases local talent in a wonderful way.