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Family Fun in Philadelphia

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Day 1: Zoo and Market Day

Philadelphia, USA

8:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for a day of exploration.
Start at your hotel in Philadelphia city center.
Included, 1 hour

9:00AM

Philadelphia Zoo

Explore the Philadelphia Zoo and marvel at the diverse range of animals. Don't miss the opportunity to see the famous giant pandas!
Take a short taxi or Uber ride from your hotel to the zoo. It's approximately a 15-minute drive.
Adults $25, Children $19, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Reading Terminal Market

Head to Reading Terminal Market for a delicious lunch. With numerous food stalls offering various cuisines, there's something for everyone in the family.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from the zoo to the market. It's about a 10-minute drive.
Varies, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Spruce Street Harbor Park

Spend the afternoon at Spruce Street Harbor Park, a vibrant waterfront park with hammocks, food vendors, and beautiful views of the Delaware River.
Walk from Reading Terminal Market to Spruce Street Harbor Park. It's approximately a 20-minute walk.
Free admission, some activities may have a fee, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at a local restaurant

Enjoy a family dinner at a nearby restaurant to end the day on a delicious note.
Walk or take a short ride from Spruce Street Harbor Park back to your hotel.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Museum and Park Day

Philadelphia, USA

8:30AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at your hotel before heading out for a day of museum exploration.
Begin at your hotel in Philadelphia city center.
Included, 1 hour

9:30AM

Please Touch Museum

Immerse yourselves in interactive exhibits at the Please Touch Museum, where kids can learn through play and exploration.
Take a short taxi or Uber ride from your hotel to the museum. It's a 10-minute drive.
Adults $20, Children $20, 3 hours

12:30PM

Franklin Square

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Franklin Square, a historic park with a carousel and mini-golf for some family fun.
Walk from the museum to Franklin Square. It's a 15-minute walk.
Free admission, activities may have fees, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Penn's Landing

Stroll along Penn's Landing, a waterfront area with parks, restaurants, and great views of the Delaware River.
Walk from Franklin Square to Penn's Landing. It's a 10-minute walk.
Free admission, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at a nearby eatery

Indulge in a delicious dinner at a restaurant near Penn's Landing to wrap up the day.
Walk or take a short ride from Penn's Landing back to your hotel.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Aquarium and Garden Day

Philadelphia, USA

9:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up with a tasty breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a day of aquatic adventures.
Begin at your hotel in Philadelphia city center.
Included, 1 hour

10:00AM

Adventure Aquarium

Visit the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, NJ, just across the river from Philadelphia, to see a variety of marine life and interactive exhibits.
Take a short taxi to the aquarium from your hotel. It's approximately a 15-minute drive.
Adults $30, Children $21, 3 hours

1:00PM

Camden Children's Garden

Head to the Camden Children's Garden for a fun-filled afternoon with playgrounds, rides, and educational activities for kids.
Walk from the aquarium to the children's garden. It's a 10-minute walk.
Adults $9, Children $6, 2 hours

3:30PM

Battleship New Jersey

Explore the historic Battleship New Jersey, docked on the Delaware River waterfront, and learn about its fascinating military past.
Take a short taxi or Uber back to Philadelphia city center from the children's garden. It's a 15-minute drive.
Adults $25, Children $12, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at a cozy restaurant

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a cozy restaurant in Philadelphia after a day of discovery.
Head back to your hotel for dinner. You can walk or take a short ride.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Museum and Park Day

Philadelphia, USA

8:30AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your last day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel before immersing yourselves in art and history.
Begin at your hotel in Philadelphia city center.
Included, 1 hour

9:30AM

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Explore the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art and its impressive collection of artworks spanning various periods and styles.
Take a short taxi or Uber ride from your hotel to the museum. It's a 15-minute drive.
Adults $25, Children $14, 3 hours

12:30PM

Fairmount Park

Have a picnic lunch at Fairmount Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country, with scenic trails and historic sites.
Walk from the museum to Fairmount Park. It's a 20-minute walk.
Free admission, 2 hours

2:30PM

Liberty Bell Center

Visit the Liberty Bell Center to see the famous symbol of American independence and learn about its history.
Take a short taxi or Uber ride from Fairmount Park to the Liberty Bell Center. It's a 10-minute drive.
Free admission, 1 hour

4:00PM

Explore Independence Hall

Take a leisurely walk to Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Walk from the Liberty Bell Center to Independence Hall. It's a 5-minute walk.
Free admission, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant, reminiscing about your wonderful family trip to Philadelphia.
Head back to your hotel for dinner. You can walk or take a short ride.
Varies, 2 hours
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