Guidebook for Philadelphia
Neighborhood Eats
All great spots for food, drink & takeout located within walking distance to our listing.
On Point Bistro
1200 Point Breeze AveNeighborhood BYOB-great for dinner and brunch
Neighborhood spot that offers funky twists on some classic dishes. Great beer selection. Vegan friendly options.
167 molta ag muintir na háite
American Sardine Bar
1800 Federal StNeighborhood spot that offers funky twists on some classic dishes. Great beer selection. Vegan friendly options.
Community
1200 South 21st StreetA scratch kitchen cooking up some yummy favorites.
Two Eagles Cafe
1401 S 20th StWonderful little breakfast spot
Philly Tacos
2011 Reed StAuthentic taco spot
Full bar serving great brunch and dinner options. Catch a local game on TV here.
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Chick's
1807 Washington AveFull bar serving great brunch and dinner options. Catch a local game on TV here.
OCF Coffee House
2100 Fairmount AveLocal coffee spot including pastries
Mattei Family Pizza
1260 Point Breeze AvenueAwesome wood fired pizza.
Playgrounds
Some local, walkable favorites
Chew Playground
1800 Washington Ave2 blocks from the house.
Wharton Square Playground
2300 Wharton St4 blocks from the house
This park is connected to the river trail, which includes great sites up to the Art Museum and beyond. A popular spot for families, runners, bikers.
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Schuylkill River Trail
Schuylkill River TrailThis park is connected to the river trail, which includes great sites up to the Art Museum and beyond. A popular spot for families, runners, bikers.
Columbus Square
1200 Wharton StHas a great splash pad for those hot days
Sightseeing
Zoo Philadelphia
3400 W Girard AveAmerica’s 1st Zoo
Hall na Saoirse
520 Chestnut StLiberty Bell
526 Market StRocky Steps
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyLocated at the Art Museum
Ionad Franklin
222 N 20th StKid- friendly, interactive science museum
One Liberty Observation Deck
1650 Market St360 views of the city
Gairdíní Draíochta Philadelphia
1020 South StTake your next Instagram photo here
Reading Terminal Market
1136 N 12th StA historic hub of eclectic food and goods
Brews
Local breweries worth visiting
Brewery Ars
1927-29 W Passyunk AveDock Street South
2118 Washington AveLocated in the neighborhood.
Second District Brewing Company
1939 S Bancroft StEvil Genius Beer Company
1727 North Front StreetYards Brewing Company
500 Spring Garden StSeparatist South Philly
Located on Passyunk Ave. Close to great local eats
A little outside the city, but great beers. Located in the cute town of Ardmore.
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Tired Hands Fermentaria
35 Cricket TerraceA little outside the city, but great beers. Located in the cute town of Ardmore.
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Local Subway and Bus
The subway ( Broad Street Line) is 4 blocks away and can be caught at Broad & Federal streets. This runs north and south of the city and can be taken to the stadiums or center city. The Route 17 bus can be caught at 20th & Federal streets. It takes you into center city and runs down Market Street. A septa pass is needed or exact change per fare ($2.50) To learn more about Philadelphia transit visit: www.septa.org
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Events around the city during your stay
Use the website: www.uwishunu.com to learn about events and activities occurring in the city from week to week.