Lonely Planet Philadelphia & the Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Retrace Ben Franklin’s footsteps in the city where America’s bells of liberty first rang. Explore historic Old City, linger at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, discover trendy Rittenhouse Square, or be inspired by Amish and Mennonite life in the Pennsylvania Dutch Country. * EAT UP – local food and drink experts show you prime spots for celebrity chefs, five-star indulgence and classic South Philly hoagies and cheese steaks * FIND THE FUN – insider tips on festive South Street, raucous sports events, elegant Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, classic jazz clubs, hip Northern Liberties and Manayunk pubs * STEP BACK IN TIME – detailed coverage of independence National Historical Park, where the Declaration of Independence and US Constitution were drafted * GET OUTDOORS – with our handy tours and maps, you can bike the Schuylkill River Trail, shop the Italian Market or ride a horse-drawn buggy in Lancaster County