Philadelphia - Pennsylvania - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is one of the most exciting cities in the United States. You will find everything here designed with your comfort in mind. The wealth of accommodations and places to dine will not leave you wanting for anything. The only limits are your imagination and your budget.

The first walking sound and light show in the world is located here. Learn the story of the American Revolution in a completely different way  - through 3-D projections on five buildings and headphones. The Please Touch Museum is a delight for children of all ages as you can touch everything here. With exhibits such as Alice in Wonderland, Barnyard Babies and the Supermarket, it is a learning experience for children.

History lovers will think they are in heaven when they come to Philadelphia. Visit the Betsy Ross Museum and learn about the creator of the Stars and Stripes. Battlefield sites, the home of Edgar Allan Poe, and the statue of Ben Franklin in the park that bears his name are only just barely touching the surface of the wealth of historic sites and museums this city is so proud of.

Arboretums, botanical gardens and shady parks abound and they are all located in areas that give you panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. The Philadelphia Zoo, the first in the country, is home to more than 1600 exotic animals and it will take a full day to cover all of the sights. The Franklin Institute of Science Museum is the most visited museum in the country. With four floors of electrifying displays, this is sure to be a hit with everyone.

Take one of the many tours on offer where you can see historic homes, the city by candlelight or a walking tour of downtown. No matter what kind of recreation you crave - golf, skating, hiking - you will find it within this beautiful city. As for shopping, well, the avid shopper has so many choices in this city that it will be hard to decide which location to choose first.

You will find that Philadelphia has so many attractions, you will definitely have to return to see them all.