Tips for your time in the city we love
Neighborhoods
Hip, funky, and up and coming are words that often describe Fishtown, but to us it’s home. We hope you can enjoy a piece of the neighborhood we’ve come to fall in love with, whether it’s checking out the best in class bars, restaurants, and cafes; shopping at one of the many boutiques; taking in a concert at the Fillmore; living the nightlife at Rivers Casino; or enjoying a quiet night at home.
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Fishtown
Hip, funky, and up and coming are words that often describe Fishtown, but to us it’s home. We hope you can enjoy a piece of the neighborhood we’ve come to fall in love with, whether it’s checking out the best in class bars, restaurants, and cafes; shopping at one of the many boutiques; taking in a concert at the Fillmore; living the nightlife at Rivers Casino; or enjoying a quiet night at home.
Beautiful views, historic buildings, great cafe scene, home to several museums
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Fairmount
Beautiful views, historic buildings, great cafe scene, home to several museums
Philadelphia landmark for tourists and bar hops, home to many unique shops and venues
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South Street
South StreetPhiladelphia landmark for tourists and bar hops, home to many unique shops and venues
Posh and buzzing Rittenhouse hosts the high end of Philadelphia living with a multitude of stores and restaurants, set around the famous Rittenhouse Park
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Rittenhouse Square
135 S 18th StPosh and buzzing Rittenhouse hosts the high end of Philadelphia living with a multitude of stores and restaurants, set around the famous Rittenhouse Park
Young, fratty bar spots, easy to walk, nice views, variety of restaurants
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Manayunk
Young, fratty bar spots, easy to walk, nice views, variety of restaurants
Historic must visit neighborhood with a variety of sights, cafes, shops, and restaurants
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Old City District
231 Market StHistoric must visit neighborhood with a variety of sights, cafes, shops, and restaurants
Unique spot for authentic Chinese food, karaoke, bubble tea, photo ops, and tchotchkes. Also home to the convention center, the Trocadero, and Good Good Comedy Theater
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China Town
Unique spot for authentic Chinese food, karaoke, bubble tea, photo ops, and tchotchkes. Also home to the convention center, the Trocadero, and Good Good Comedy Theater
Food scene
One of the best restaurants in the city with a beautiful courtyard and stunning decor
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Suraya Restaurant
1528 Frankford AveOne of the best restaurants in the city with a beautiful courtyard and stunning decor
Pizza Brain
2313 Frankford AveFunky “pizza museum”/ restaurant
Flagship cafe for Philadelphia famous coffee brand
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La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford AveFlagship cafe for Philadelphia famous coffee brand
Martha
2113 E York StCraft cocktails and local inspired snacks
Greasy, gooey, and fatty, what’s not to love? Neighborhood staple for Philly cheesesteaks
One Pound Cheese Steak
2661 Kensington AveGreasy, gooey, and fatty, what’s not to love? Neighborhood staple for Philly cheesesteaks
Neighborhood favorite for cheesesteaks and fountain soda in a retro space
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Joe's Steaks + Soda Shop Fishtown
1 W Girard AveNeighborhood favorite for cheesesteaks and fountain soda in a retro space
aether fishtown
1832 Frankford AveFoody friendly wine and raw bar with an interesting seafood driven menu
Organic and vegan friendly cafe. Great place to grab a quick bite or relax in a welcoming comfortable setting
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Franny Lou's Porch
2400 Coral StOrganic and vegan friendly cafe. Great place to grab a quick bite or relax in a welcoming comfortable setting
Hello Donuts + Coffee
2557 Amber StQuick walk for fresh made artisan donuts
Dubbed “best pizza” in America, make sure to get a reservation
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Pizzeria Beddia
1313 North Lee StreetDubbed “best pizza” in America, make sure to get a reservation
Cheu Fishtown
1416 Frankford Ave
Wm. Mulherin’s Sons
1355 N Front StMemphis Taproom
2331 E Cumberland StSightseeing
Classic Philadelphia brewery offering tours
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Philadelphia Brewing Co.
2440 Frankford AveClassic Philadelphia brewery offering tours
Outdoor market with restaurants and cafes famous for movies such as “Rocky” and “The Irishman”
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Italian Market
919 S 9th StOutdoor market with restaurants and cafes famous for movies such as “Rocky” and “The Irishman”
Beautiful views, great for a walk, jog, or bike on a nice day
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Boathouse Row
1 Boathouse RowBeautiful views, great for a walk, jog, or bike on a nice day
The location used for Mighty Mick’s gym from the original Rocky , great hidden gem for photo seekers and Rocky fans
Mighty Micks
2147 N Front StThe location used for Mighty Mick’s gym from the original Rocky , great hidden gem for photo seekers and Rocky fans
Neighborhood fun
Axe throwing lessons and group games, fun way to spend an evening with friends or learn a new talent
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Urban Axes Philadelphia
2019 E Boston StAxe throwing lessons and group games, fun way to spend an evening with friends or learn a new talent
Intimate concert venue hosting top tier talent
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The Fillmore Philadelphia
29 E Allen StIntimate concert venue hosting top tier talent
Punch Line Philly
33 W Laurel StComedy club featuring headline talent
Unique experience, full 18 hole golf with real clubs and balls on a virtual indoor course.
Golf & Social
1080 N Delaware AveUnique experience, full 18 hole golf with real clubs and balls on a virtual indoor course.
Mad Rex Restaurant and Virtual Reality Lounge
1000 Frankford AvePOPS Skatepark
2134 E Hazzard StLocal vert park for skaters and bmx
Nearby full service 24 hour casino with pokerroom, sports book, tables games, slots, and multiple restaurants
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Rivers Casino Philadelphia
1001 N Delaware AveNearby full service 24 hour casino with pokerroom, sports book, tables games, slots, and multiple restaurants
Cool and classic, throwback jazz cafe with world class musicians and stiff drinks
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Chris' Jazz Cafe
1421 Sansom StCool and classic, throwback jazz cafe with world class musicians and stiff drinks
Outdoor park on the Delaware with great views, unique use of space, and a great way to spend an afternoon
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Spruce Street Harbor Park
301 S Christopher Columbus BlvdOutdoor park on the Delaware with great views, unique use of space, and a great way to spend an afternoon
Cool comic shop,cafe, and event space with great homemade food.
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Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse
2578 Frankford AveCool comic shop,cafe, and event space with great homemade food.
Family fun, or byob night out, indoor mini golf and old school arcade
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Keystone Mini-Golf & Arcade
161 Cecil B. Moore AveFamily fun, or byob night out, indoor mini golf and old school arcade
Moment of Zen
Grace & Glory Yoga Fishtown
2220 Frankford AveNearby yoga studio featuring small classes
MotherHeart Yoga Sangha
2359 E Susquehanna AveHip spot for local yogis
New York studio feel in fishtown, hip yoga studio offering a variety of classes
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Amrita Yoga and Wellness
1204 Frankford AveNew York studio feel in fishtown, hip yoga studio offering a variety of classes
Fitness
Balance Studios
1314 Frankford AveLocal Gracie Jiu Jitsu studio great for drop ins
Center city boxing gym, great for beginners and vets alike. Welcomes walk in, variety of classes for all levels
EverybodyFights Philadelphia
1900 Market StCenter city boxing gym, great for beginners and vets alike. Welcomes walk in, variety of classes for all levels
Planet Fitness
2641 E York StCity Fitness Fishtown
1428 Frankford AveKids Love it
Interactive museum designed for the curious and adventurous kid in us all
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Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the RepublicInteractive museum designed for the curious and adventurous kid in us all
Historic museum that has become a Philadelphia staple for visitors and locals alike
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I-Franklin Institute
222 N 20th StHistoric museum that has become a Philadelphia staple for visitors and locals alike
Hagert Street Playground
2024 E Hagert St