Robertson's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Market St & 6th St station
Rocky Statue
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyPhiladelphia City Hall
1400 John F Kennedy BlvdLove Park
Arch StreetMuseums and art
Barnes
2025 Benjamin Franklin PkwyThe Franklin Institute
222 N 20th StPhiladelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyFood scene
Reading Terminal Market
1136 N 12th StThe self-proclaimed "inventor of cheesesteak" offers classic versions of Philly's favorite sandwich
316 locals recommend
Pat's King of Steaks
1237 E Passyunk AveThe self-proclaimed "inventor of cheesesteak" offers classic versions of Philly's favorite sandwich
Patrons line up 24/7 for the cheesesteak sandwiches served up at this no-frills landmark.
258 locals recommend
Geno's Steaks
1219 S 9th StPatrons line up 24/7 for the cheesesteak sandwiches served up at this no-frills landmark.
A must visit rustic eleven-table dining room located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, Vetri Cucina specializes in authentic Northern Italian dining.
Please note that Vetri Cucina does not have a dress code. Most people wear business casual attire for informal evenings like a cooking class. Others dress up for more formal occasions.
28 locals recommend
Vetri Cucina
1312 Spruce StA must visit rustic eleven-table dining room located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, Vetri Cucina specializes in authentic Northern Italian dining.
Please note that Vetri Cucina does not have a dress code. Most people wear business casual attire for informal evenings like a cooking class. Others dress up for more formal occasions.
A must visit traditional bistro serving in a bustling setting that reminds of belle epoque Paris located on Rittenhouse Square
223 locals recommend
Parc
227 S 18th StA must visit traditional bistro serving in a bustling setting that reminds of belle epoque Paris located on Rittenhouse Square
Oysters, lobster & other East Coast-style seafood feature at this stylish eatery open since 1976
40 locals recommend
Oyster House
1516 Sansom StOysters, lobster & other East Coast-style seafood feature at this stylish eatery open since 1976
Cozy neighborhood gastropub in the heart of Center City, featuring upscale comfort food and a wide selection of local craft beers, wines and spirits
32 locals recommend
Good Dog Bar
224 S 15th StCozy neighborhood gastropub in the heart of Center City, featuring upscale comfort food and a wide selection of local craft beers, wines and spirits
Neighbourhoods
One of five original squares planned by city founder William Penn in the late 17th century, Rittenhouse Square is the heart of Center City’s most expensive and exclusive neighborhood.
620 locals recommend
Rittenhouse Square
135 S 18th StOne of five original squares planned by city founder William Penn in the late 17th century, Rittenhouse Square is the heart of Center City’s most expensive and exclusive neighborhood.
The highly walkable thoroughfare that gives East Passyunk (pronounced “Pashyunk” by locals) its name is lined with indie boutiques, bars and cafes. It’s home to traditional red gravy Italian restaurants, world-famous cheesesteak spots and highly acclaimed eateries that have earned it a spot on Food and Wine’s list of 10 Best Foodie Streets in America.
60 locals recommend
Passyunk Square
The highly walkable thoroughfare that gives East Passyunk (pronounced “Pashyunk” by locals) its name is lined with indie boutiques, bars and cafes. It’s home to traditional red gravy Italian restaurants, world-famous cheesesteak spots and highly acclaimed eateries that have earned it a spot on Food and Wine’s list of 10 Best Foodie Streets in America.
Cool Fishtown is where Philly's culinary, art and music trends take off. A magnet for hipsters and creative types, the former working-class neighborhood marks the first Friday of the month by opening the galleries and studios along Frankford Avenue to the public. The vibrant nightlife includes hip bistros, beer gardens and a retro arcade. Indie bands perform at the landmark Johnny Brenda's, a lauded gastropub.
59 locals recommend
Fishtown
Cool Fishtown is where Philly's culinary, art and music trends take off. A magnet for hipsters and creative types, the former working-class neighborhood marks the first Friday of the month by opening the galleries and studios along Frankford Avenue to the public. The vibrant nightlife includes hip bistros, beer gardens and a retro arcade. Indie bands perform at the landmark Johnny Brenda's, a lauded gastropub.