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24 hours in Philadelphia
With so much history and plenty to see in the city of brotherly love, it's hard to narrow down some of the top spots. ELLE gives you a guide of must-sees in the funky and hip city.
By Jennifer Weatherhead
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Where to stay:
The Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia For an absolute posh stay in Philadelphia check out the Ritz-Carlton. You will get the best in service and spectacular views of Central Philly. Not to mention, being a stone's throw away from just about anything you would want to visit -- all the historical sites, high-end dinging, festivals and shopping.
The Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, Ten Avenue of the Arts
What to see:
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Not only is the museum a spectacular site to see with it's massive size, but once you take a run up those prolific stairs to the entrance (just like Sly Stallone in Rocky) turn around to catch a breathtaking view of the city before heading inside. Or stand next to the Rocky statue at the top and do a little victory dance, if you must. But a trip inside the building will take you to different worlds through its many world-class exhibitions. Check out everything from Tibetan Ritual Arts to Japanese Literati Culture all in one stop. The art museum is an absolute must-see on a trip to Philadelphia. philamuseum.org.
Historic downtown A trip to central Philly will let you stand where the Declaration of Independence was signed, see where Betsey Ross (the woman who made the first American flag) lived, the iconic Liberty Bell and the remains of Benjamin Franklin's home. Once you have your American history fix, stick around in the core of Philly to take in some more of the amazing cultural events the city has to offer, such as the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and the Philadelphia Fringe Festival where you will hear amazing live performances and take in some incredible art. For more cultural happenings in Philadelphia check out phillyfunguide.com.
Where to eat:
Tria Cafe The newest It spot in Philly is a place to tempt your taste buds with bite-sized appetizers and some fab drinks. The ever changing wine, cheese and beer list keep the locals coming back for more. Stop in for a cafe-style bite to eat for lunch (at incredibly low prices) or hit up one of its two locations at night to really get the feel of the bar in full swing. It's where the younger crowd goes for tappas and beer before heading out for a night on the town, so plan on making it your first stop of the night. triacafe.com, Rittenhouse Square: 123 S. 18th Street, or Washington Square West: 1137 Spruce Street.
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