Top Ten Things to do for Kids in Philadelphia

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1. Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, the birthplace of the nation.

The Hall of Independence is the place where Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence and the Liberty Bell is our greatest symbol of freedom. Both symbols are available for you and your family to visit.

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2. Stop at the Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in the nation and one of the most beautiful.

The Philadelphia Zoo is proud to be the oldest zoo in the nation.

The Philly Zoo boasts more than 1,600 rare and exotic animals spread out over 42 acres of beautiful Victorian gardens. Children love the Primate Reserve, featuring 10 species or primates, eager to climb and make funny faces at passers-by.

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3. Run up the Rocky steps....and visit the world-renowned Philadelphia Museum of Art that's attached to the famous steps. The huge steps that lead up to the front entrance have achieved fame as the steps that Philadelphia native Sylvester Stallone scaled in the first "Rocky" movie. But the museum is very notorious in its own right.  It is is considered to be one of the finest art museums in the world.  With over 300,000 pieces in 200 galleries, the collection is staggering and features the world's greatest artists.

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4. Eat a cheesesteak.

There's nothing like this delightful combination of top round thinly-sliced steak, gooey cheese, and fried onions on an Italian roll. Philadelphians love them, and so will you.

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5. Visit the Reading Terminal Market

And taste their fresh seafood, Italian pastries, Amish foods, and Philadelphia delicacies, like freshly-baked soft pretzels. This market, built in the 19th century, has withstood the test of time and it is here for your enjoyment.

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6. Go shopping at Lord and Taylor, formerly Philadelphia's famous 8-story John Wanamaker Department Store, and hear the famous pipe organ located in the Grand Court.

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7. View the Lights of Liberty (summer only)

A one-of-a-kind light and sound show and a fabulous way to learn about the history of the city and the birth of the nation. This is the first ambulatory sight and sound show of its kind in the world and audiences are continuously wowed by the presentation.

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8. Visit the Franklin Institute Science Center

Chock full of hands-on activities, a real steam engine, and a huge walk-through replica of the human heart. The science center teaches families about everything from railroads and airplanes to electricity and the human body.

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 9. Enjoy a stroll through Longwood Gardens, one of the area's most breathtaking botanical attractions. Stay for the organ and carillon concerts.

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10. Travel to suburban Franklin Mills Mall and experience the best outlet shopping available for hundreds and hundreds of miles.