Guidebook for Philadelphia
Food Scene
This swanky Asian-fusion restaurant is a local favorite. You are bound to see some UPenn elite if you dine here on a weeknight. Try the spicy tuna crispy rice!
19 locals recommend
Pod
3636 Sansom StThis swanky Asian-fusion restaurant is a local favorite. You are bound to see some UPenn elite if you dine here on a weeknight. Try the spicy tuna crispy rice!
Drinks & Nightlife
Delicious food and an expansive draft list catapult this spot to the top of the Penn nightlife scene. Outdoor seating around fire-pits showcase views of Penn's campus across walnut street.
35 locals recommend
City Tap House University City
3925 Walnut StDelicious food and an expansive draft list catapult this spot to the top of the Penn nightlife scene. Outdoor seating around fire-pits showcase views of Penn's campus across walnut street.
Parks & Nature
This tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia is a ten minute walk from the apartment. It's a perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee from the iconic (and nearby) Green Line Cafe. The farmers' market offers delicious produce and treats on Saturday mornings.
188 locals recommend
Clark Park
4300-4398 Baltimore AveThis tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia is a ten minute walk from the apartment. It's a perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee from the iconic (and nearby) Green Line Cafe. The farmers' market offers delicious produce and treats on Saturday mornings.
Essentials
You'll get a true taste for West Philadelphia at this grocery store adjacent UPenn. This grocery store is but two blocks from the apartment.
101 locals recommend
The Fat Chicken
2355 S Bucknell StYou'll get a true taste for West Philadelphia at this grocery store adjacent UPenn. This grocery store is but two blocks from the apartment.
Sightseeing
This was the first penitentiary in the USA. The guided audio tour is amazing and worth the trip. It's also very close to the Philly Art Museum and Rocky Steps.
433 locals recommend
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount AveThis was the first penitentiary in the USA. The guided audio tour is amazing and worth the trip. It's also very close to the Philly Art Museum and Rocky Steps.
University of Pennsylvania is the nation's first University. To get a feel for the architecture and overall vibe of the University, walk east on Locust Walk from 40th street. You will be on college green before you reach 34th street.
165 locals recommend
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania is the nation's first University. To get a feel for the architecture and overall vibe of the University, walk east on Locust Walk from 40th street. You will be on college green before you reach 34th street.
Getting Around
30th Street Station
2955 Market StAccess to both Amtrak and SEPTA lines at this station
Entertainment & Activities
Tuesday is discount day: get tickets for $5.50 and discounts on concessions.
71 locals recommend
Cinemark University City Penn 6
4012 Walnut StTuesday is discount day: get tickets for $5.50 and discounts on concessions.