About Philadelphia

Liberty Bell

The fifth-largest city in the United States and the second-largest on the East Coast, Philadelphia is one of the world's most dynamic destinations. In Philadelphia, you will be at the crossroads of big city excitement and hometown hospitality where the promise of the future meets old world charm.

Most famous as the birthplace of American independence and home of the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia offers a unique variety of attractions, culture, entertainment and activity that is sure to bring a smile to your face and the desire to return soon. A tour of the city's diverse neighborhoods brings the best of Philadelphia to life, and keeps you wanting more.

Get to know the City of Brotherly Love

Swan Fountain, Logan Square

• City of Philadelphia Visitors Guide
  The official visitor site for Greater Philadelphia: information about local attractions and history in the City of Philadelphia

• Official Site of the City of Philadelphia
  Information on municipal services, permits, licenses, records for citizens and businesses

• Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau
  Information for visitors, meeting planners and the hospitality industry, plus news about upcoming special events

Online City Guides

Comprehensive sites featuring listings, calendars, news, reviews, services, lodging and more:

• Citysearch
  Citysearch is the essential local guide for living bigger, better and smarter in your city. See what's popular in Philadelphia.

• Philly.com
  Award-winning news, sports and commentary from the Philadelphia Inquirer and Philadelphia Daily News

• Yahoo! Philadelphia
  Yahoo! Local has business reviews, top rated services, and events near you



Ben Franklin National Memorial

• Hello Philadelphia!
  Find things to do in Philadelphia: Philadelphia Attractions, Philadelphia Jobs, Yellow & White Pages

• Historic Philadelphia
  Learn a little history, catch wise to some architecture, and pick up fascinating, albeit useless morsels of triviata.

• Historic Philadelphia – Pennsylvania Hospital
  Learn more about America's oldest hospital, another of Benjamin Franklin's legacies