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Philadelphia - The City of Brotherly Love Philadelphia is one of the United State’s oldest cities, having been founded on October 27, 1682 by William Penn. By 1750, it was the largest city and the busiest port in the original Thirteen Colonies. Philadelphia was very important during the Revolutionary War and was a meeting place for America’s Founding Fathers. Both the Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, and the Constitution, on September 17, 1787, were signed in Philadelphia. Today Philadelphia is known as a center of art and culture. Family Friendly Philadelphia is also the perfect place for a family vacation as luxury travel and parenthood are NOT mutually exclusive! Many of Philadelphia’s sites are educational and children will enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this exciting city. Historical Sites and Museums Independence National Historical Park is the showplace of Philadelphia’s historical landmarks. Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed, and the Liberty Bell are the most famous historical attractions in Philadelphia. There are museums of major importance in Philadelphia including the Franklin Institute, which contains the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, the National Museum of American Jewish History, the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and the Rodin Museum which contains the largest collection of work by Auguste Rodin (best known for his stature “The Thinker”) outside of France. Night Life Certain areas of Philadelphia are known for their night life such as South Street and Old City. The Avenue of the Arts is known for its restaurants and theaters. The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, home to the Philadelphia Orchestra, is one of the top five orchestras in America. The Academy of Music is the country’s oldest operating opera house and is home to the Opera Company of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Ballet. Cuisine Philadelphia is famed for soft pretzels, hoagies, water ice, and of course, the famed Philly Cheesesteak. Much of Philadelphia’s popular cuisine is a result of its German and Irish immigrant population. But Philadelphia is also home to many fine restaurants including those featuring Italian, Vietnamese, and other Asian specialties. Sports Every sports fan knows that Philadelphia abounds with sports teams! Teams include the Philadelphia Phillies, the 76ers, the Eagles, the Flyers, the Union, and more. There are plenty of sporting events in Philadelphia and many luxury travel visitors plan a visit around an important game. Shopping Philadelphia is also home to a world-class shopping scene. Center city shopping areas include the Gallery at Market East, The Shops at Liberty Place, Jeweler’s Row, South Street, and Old City’s 3rd Street Corridor. The Rittenhouse area is known as Philadelphia’s outdoor shopping mall and includes a four block section of Walnut Street called Rittenhouse Row which is home to high-end clothing stores. Where to Stay in Philadelphia There are obviously many reasons to visit the “City of Brotherly Love,” and many options for where to stay. The Rittenhouse Hotel, in Center City Philadelphia, is a prestigious destination. Luxury accommodations are matched with impeccable service at this AAA Five-Diamond Philadelphia hotel. Rittenhouse is ranked as one of the world’s finest places to stay and only a few minutes from the lovely Rittenhouse Square. Families are welcome at Rittenhouse, who offers everything that a child needs to enjoy one of the country’s most kid-friendly cities. Family perks include in-room movies, gifts for children, and even important items like a baby bottle drying rack, cribs, infant bathtubs, and more. The cuisine at the Lacroix, a progressive international restaurant located at the Rittenhouse Hotel, is superb, offering the finest dining in Philadelphia. Tea and cocktails are available at the Mary Cassat Tea Room and Garden in a marvelous outdoor setting and Smith & Wolensky’s features the best steaks in the city. And don’t forget The Rittenhouse Hotel when searching for a place to hold your perfect wedding, event or a special business meeting. The hotel offers elegant spaces equipped with state of the art technology. After an enjoyable day of touring the city, taking in meetings, or shopping, the Adolf Biecker Spa and Salon is just the place for a swim in the sunlit indoor pool before a delicious and relaxing dinner in one of the hotel’s elegant dining areas. Luxe Travel
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