List of Maps p. vi
What's New in Philadelphia p. 1
The Best of Philadelphia p. 4
Frommers Favorite Philadelphia Experiences p. 5
The Best Hotel Bets p. 8
The Best Restaurant Bets p. 10
Planning Your Trip to Philadelphia p. 14
Visitor Information p. 14
Philadelphia Pre-Departure Checklist p. 15
Entry Requirements & Customs p. 15
Money p. 16
What Things Cost in Philadelphia p. 18
When to Go p. 18
Philadelphia Calendar of Events p. 19
Travel Insurance p. 23
Health & Safety p. 25
Specialized Travel Resources p. 26
Planning Your Trip Online p. 32
Frommers.com: The Complete Travel Resource p. 33
The 21st-Century Traveler p. 33
Online Traveler's Toolbox p. 35
Getting There p. 35
Getting Through the Airport p. 37
Packages for the Independent Traveler p. 39
Ask before You Go p. 40
Escorted General-Interest Tours p. 40
Special-Interest Trips p. 40
Getting Around Philadelphia p. 41
Tips on Accommodations p. 42
Tips on Dining p. 43
Tips for Digital Travel Photography p. 44
Recommended Books, Films & Music p. 45
Getting to Know Philadelphia p. 47
Orientation p. 47
Ten Terms to Know in Philadelphia p. 49
The Neighborhoods in Brief p. 50
Getting Around p. 54
Fast Facts: Philadelphia p. 57
Suggested Philadelphia Itineraries p. 61
The Best of Philadelphia in 1 Day p. 61
The Best of Philadelphia in 2 Days p. 65
The Best of Philadelphia in 3 Days p. 66
Where to Stay p. 68
East of Broad Street (Old City & Convention Center Area) p. 69
West of Broad Street p. 76
The Four Seasons' Favorite Spots p. 77
Family-Friendly Hotels p. 81
University City (West Philadelphia) p. 82
Near the Airport p. 84
City Line & Northeast p. 85
Hostels p. 86
Where to Dine p. 87
Center City: East of Broad p. 88
Business Lunch: Meet & Eat or Grab & Go p. 96
Center City: West of Broad p. 97
A Taste of Ethnic Philly: Reading Terminal Market p. 102
Simple Pre-Theater Choices p. 104
Family-Friendly Restaurants p. 105
South Street (South Philadelphia) p. 106
University City (West Philadelphia) p. 108
Bring Your Own p. 110
Chinatown p. 112
Northern Liberties p. 113
Manayunk p. 114
Local Favorites: Cheesesteaks, Roast Pork & Hoagies p. 115
The Ultimate Cheesesteak Taste Test p. 116
Indie Coffee Shops p. 118
Exploring Philadelphia p. 121
Independence National Historical Park: America's Most Historic Square Mile p. 122
The Top Museums p. 130
Ben Franklin Lives! An Interview with Ralph Archbold p. 132
More Attractions p. 134
Mural, Mural, on the Wall p. 136
Philadelphia's Oddball Museums p. 145
Parks, the Parkway & Penn's Landing p. 151
Especially for Kids p. 156
Connect the Docs p. 157
Organized Tours p. 158
Outdoor Activities p. 160
Spectator Sports p. 162
City Strolls p. 165
Walking Tour 1 Historic Highlights & Society Hill p. 165
Architectural ABCs p. 168
Society Hill p. 170
Walking Tour 2 Old City p. 172
Shopping p. 175
Shopping A to Z p. 175
Shopping Centers p. 191
Philadelphia After Dark p. 193
The Performing Arts p. 193
The Club & Music Scene p. 201
The Bar Scene p. 208
Late-Night Eats p. 214
The Gay & Lesbian Scene p. 215
Dive Bars p. 216
Other Nighttime Entertainment p. 217
Side Trips from Philadelphia p. 219
Bucks County & Nearby New Jersey p. 219
Where Washington Crossed the Delaware p. 220
Exploring the Brandywine Valley p. 228
Lancaster County: The Amish Country p. 235
Introducing the Pennsylvania Dutch' Country p. 235
Essentials p. 239
A Note on Etiquette p. 241
Exploring Amish Country p. 241
Suggested Itineraries p. 241
The Bridges of Lancaster County p. 244
Especially for Kids p. 246
Shopping p. 248
Where to Stay p. 250
Where to Dine p. 254
The Underground Railroad p. 255
The Arts Scene p. 256
Philadelphia in Depth p. 259
History 101: The Philadelphia Story p. 259
A Portrait of the Philadelphians p. 261
A Historical Document p. 263
Index p. 265
General Index p. 265
Accommodations Index p. 273
Restaurant Index p. 274