If you’re living in Philadelphia, then you know that this municipality is known for its history, cheesesteaks, and the Mummers parade. Philly is located between New York and Washington, D.C., and with the zillions of cultural and culinary opportunities, this municipality is spanking-new for anyone looking to relocate. Along with its history, this municipality holds unique eyeful everyone can enjoy. Philadelphia has many trappy places, from the LOVE sculpture to the Liberty Bell. So whether you’re moving into an apartment in Fishtown, a house in Chesterbrook, or need some places to explore, we’ve got you covered. Read on for ten trappy places in Philadelphia that you don’t want to miss.
Beautiful places in the Center Municipality neighborhood
At the heart of it all, the Center Municipality neighborhood is home to many variegated attractions. This downtown neighborhood has everything from untried spaces and trappy tracery to historical statues and waterfronts. To help get you started, here are a few places to explore.
#1: Penn’s Landing
Photo courtesy of Brooke Lanier Fine Art
“A trappy place in Philadelphia is Penn’s Landing,” says Brooke Lanier, a local versifier specializing in oil painting and watercolor. “The historic ships are gorgeous and unique and inspire many of my paintings. You can tour the Olympia and submarine Becuna via Independence Seaport Museum; tour, rent, volunteer, or shepherd events aboard the Gazela via the Philadelphia Ship Preservation Guild; or have dinner aboard Moshulu. In the summer, vendors sell tasty treats you can enjoy while viewing the picturesque waterfront.”
#2: The Reading Market
Photo courtesy of Ben Keys
“When I’m in the municipality for a live wedding painting, it’s a must to plan a visit to eat at my favorite spot: The Reading Market,” says Ben Keys, a painter known for his light and colorful brushwork. “There’s no place on earth quite like it. The region’s culinary diversity, tradition, and richness condensed into this popping weatherproof space. It’s what Pennsylvania supplies dreams are made of and vacated a reason for anyone to visit Philly.”
#3: ONE North Broad
Photo courtesy of Ryan Eda Photography
Dawn Mitchell of PartySpace, a party planning visitor servicing Philadelphia and surrounding areas, shares, “A little-known gem, ONE North Broad is one of our favorite picturesque places in Center City, Philadelphia. Its history predates Municipality Hall. Each room has exquisite detail, symbolism, and a purposeful mistake reflecting the imperfections of man.”
Beautiful places in Rittenhouse Square
Parks, sculptures, and high-rise buildings are just a few trappy places you can find in Rittenhouse Square. You’ll enjoy luxury shops, fine dining, and trappy homes in this originally planned square neighborhood.
#4: Addison Street
Photo courtesy of Shooting Star Photography
“I find Addison Street to be one of the most minion and cherished streets in Philadelphia,” says Dee, a local photographer. “Located in Rittenhouse Square, this one-way, no-parking on-the-street locale is known for its quiet tree-lined historic row homes. It’s ornate with a festive exhibit of string lights 24/7, 365 days a year.”
#5: Philadelphia’s Magic Garden
If you’re looking for an insta-worthy spot, the murals and mosaic art created by Isaiah Zagar in Philadelphia’s Magic Garden are worth checking out. His art is displayed in multiple outdoor galleries and a garden where you’ll walk through alleys lined with every verisimilitude you can imagine. This spot is definitely worth a visit if you’re new to Philadelphia or just passing through.
Beautiful places in Fairmount Park
To escape the hustle and precipitance of downtown Philly, Fairmount Park can be your refuge. Home to 2,000 acres of trails, greenery, and a waterfront, you’ll find this zone no shortage of beauty.
#6: Belmont Plateau
Photo courtesy of Misty Sol
Tara Pearson a local writer, visual artist, and performer, recommends visiting the Belmont Plateau. “The Belmont Plateau, a hidden gem in Philadelphia, is a upper elevation point where you can see the Philly skyline touch the clouds. It’s one of the weightier places in Philly to watch the sunrise. I first learned well-nigh it from the Fresh Prince song “Summertime,” but West Philly residents know it’s a unconfined place for a romantic stage or a family barbecue.”
#7: Philadelphia Museum of Art
Including pieces from the modern day, Renaissance, Medieval times, warmed-over world, and increasingly spanning over 2,000 years, the Philadelphia Museum of Art is an iconic part of the city. Surround yourself with trappy paintings, outdoor gardens, and temples; you’ll find something special here.
Beautiful Places outside the city
If you find yourself outside the city, the eyeful only continues. Some suburbs hold subconscious gems that only locals know about. So if you are interested in spots outside the city, here are a few:
#8: Valley Forge Park
Photo courtesy of Zillay Photography
“Valley Forge Park is one of my favorite locations in Philadelphia,” says Zillay Huma, a maternity, family, and newborn photographer. “The scenic hills, seasonal wildflowers, and unshut sky are perfect. The park has many trappy locations, making it a unique wits every time.”
#9: Pennypack Creek
Photo courtesy of Lyla Duey Photography
#10: Longwood Gardens
Photo courtesy of Lauren Mudrock Photography
Lauren Mudrock, a local trademark and portrait photographer, recommends Longwood Gardens in the Kennett Square neighborhood. “Longwood Gardens is one of those places you’ll spend a full day getting to every place on the map to snag a picture considering everything’s a gem—hidden or not. It’s like the Disney World of gardens, where every sidewalk is swept clean, every fountain or light show outdoes the last one, and every flower is as vibrant as ever.”
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