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Attractions/Dining Near Hotel Monaco

Red Owl Tavern – Hotel Monaco
https://redowltavern.com
Breakfast: Monday – Wednesday 7:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m., Thursday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
All Day Dining: Monday – Tuesday 12 p.m. – 9 p.m., Wednesday 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.,
Thursday – Saturday 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Brunch: Sunday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Nearest golf course: FDR Golf Club – 1954 Pattison Ave

Nearest shopping mall: Fashion District – 901 Market St.
https://www.fashiondistrictphiladelphia.com

Nearest Starbucks: Corner of 3rd & Arch Streets

Nearest Bookstore: Barnes & Noble – 18th & Walnut St.

Nearest Movie Theater: AMC Dine- In (Fashion District) – 8 1001 Market St.
https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/philadelphia/amc-dine-in-fashion-district-8

Nearest Playhouse Theater: Walnut St. Theater – 825 Walnut St.
https://www.walnutstreettheatre.org

Nearest bowling alley: Lucky Strike Lanes – 13th & Chestnut St.
http://www.luckystrikeent.com/locations/philadelphia/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=yext


Attractions/Dining Near The Wyndham Hotel

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Historic Attractions

African American Museum in Philadelphia
12 – 5 p.m., Thursday – Sunday
Adult $14, Senior/Student/Youth (4-12) $10
https://www.aampmuseum.org

Betsy Ross House
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
Adult $7, Senior/Child/Student/Military $6
https://historicphiladelphia.org/what-to-see/

Christ Church Burial Ground
11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Adult $5, Child (5-12) $2
https://christchurchphila.org/about-the-burial-grounds/

Elfreth’s Ally Museum House
12 – 4 p.m., Friday – Sunday
Adult $3, Child (7-12) $2
https://www.elfrethsalley.org

Faith & Liberty Discovery Center
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Saturday
Adult $10, Senior/Student/Veteran $9
Youth (7-17) $8, Child (6 & under) FREE
https://www.faithandliberty.org

Independence Hall
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
FREE, Time Tickets Required – Inquire with NPS
https://www.nps.gov/inde/planyourvisit/independencehall.htm

Independence Seaport Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
Adult $17, Senior/Military/Student/Child (3-17) $14
https://www.phillyseaport.org

Liberty Bell Center
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
FREE, Time Tickets Required – Inquire with NPS
https://www.nps.gov/inde/planyourvisit/libertybellcenter.htm

Museum of the American Revolution
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
Adult $21, Senior/Student $18, Youth (6-17) $13
https://www.amrevmuseum.org

National Constitution Center
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Adult $14.50, Senior/Student $13
Youth (6-18) $11
https://constitutioncenter.org

National Liberty Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday – Sunday
Adult $12, Senior $10, Student $8
Youth (5-17) $6, Child (under 5) FREE
https://www.libertymuseum.org

Hill-Physick House
11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursday – Saturday, 12 – 3 p.m. Sunday
Adult $8, Senior/Student $6 | Tours available on the hour
https://www.philalandmarks.org

Polish American Cultural Center (Museum Exhibit Hall)
11 a/m/ – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday
FREE
http://www.polishamericancenter.org/history.htm

Powel House
11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursday – Saturday; 12 – 3 p.m., Sunday
Adult $8, Senior/Student $6 | Tours available on the hour
https://www.philalandmarks.org/powel-house


Parkway Museums District Attractions

Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Adult $20, Child (2-12) $16
Senior/Student/Military $17
https://ansp.org

Barnes Foundation
11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday – Monday
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adult $21, Senior $19, Student/Youth (13-18) $5
https://www.barnesfoundation.org

Eastern State Penitentiary
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adult $17, Senior (62+) $15
Student/Youth (7-12) $13
https://www.easternstate.org

The Franklin Institute
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Adult $23, Child $19
https://www.fi.edu/en

Love Sculpture
Accessible to public
https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/love-statue/

Mutter Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
Adults $20, Senior (65+) $18
Youth (6-17)/Student $15
https://muttermuseum.org

Penn Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adult $16, Senior $14, Student/Child (6-17) $11
https://www.penn.museum

Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (PAFA)
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thursday – Friday
11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday – Sunday
Adult (18+) $15, Youth $8
https://www.pafa.org

Philadelphia Museum of Art
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday, Saturday-Monday
10 a.m. – 8:45 p.m., Friday
Adult $25, Senior $23, Student $14
Youth (18 & under) FREE
https://www.philamuseum.org

Philadelphia Zoo
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Adult $24, Child (2-12) $19, Infant (under 2) FREE
https://www.philadelphiazoo.org

Please Touch Museum
9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Wednesday – Sunday
Wednesday – Friday $19
Saturday/Sunday $22
https://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org

Reading Terminal Market
8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday – Saturday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday
https://readingterminalmarket.org

Rocky Steps & Statue
Accessible to public
https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/the-rocky-statue-and-the-rocky-steps/


Greater Philadelphia Region Attractions

Adventure Aquarium
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Daily
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adults (13+) $31.99
Children (2-12) $21.99 (+tax)
https://www.adventureaquarium.com

Battleship N.J.
11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Daily
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adult $24.99, Senior/Veteran/Youth (3-18) $19.95
Child (under 5) $5, Active-Duty Military FREE
https://www.battleshipnewjersey.org

LEGOLAND Discovery Center
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday – Sunday
11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Independence Visitor Center (Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily) – Exclusive Pricing:
Adult/Child $14
https://www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/philadelphia/

Longwood Gardens
10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday, Wednesday & Sunday
10 a.m. – 10 p.m., Thursday – Saturday
Adult $25, Senior/Student $22, Youth $13
https://longwoodgardens.org


Old City Restaurants

Forsythia – French
Excellent French American cuisine
233 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.644.9395
https://www.forsythiaphilly.com

Bleu Martini-Bar – Asian
This nightlife venue offers Asian fusion fare & more than 30 martinis in a lounge-like, neon-lit space.
24 South 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.940.7900
https://bleumartiniphilly.com

Lucha Cartel – Mexican
Funky Day of the Dead-inspired decor sets a lively vibe at this off-beat cantina with beer & tequila.
207 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19106
267.761.9209
https://www.luchacartel.com

Sonny’s Famous Steaks – Cheesesteaks
No-frills cheesesteak shop using fresh rib-eye, with counter service & a handful of tables.
228 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.629.5760
http://www.sonnysfamoussteakhogies.com

Panorama – Italian
Old City staple for Northern Italian cuisine & by-the-glass wine in the Penn’s View Hotel.
14 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.922.7800
https://www.pennsviewhotel.com/panorama

The Olde Bar – Seafood
Formerly the old original Bookbinders, great seafood selections, nice portions
212 Walnut St, (2nd floor) Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.253.3777
https://www.theoldebar.com

The Plough & The Stars – Irish Pub
A traditional fare like fish ‘n’ chips in an airy, former bank.
123 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 1910
215.733.0300
https://ploughstars.com

Sassafras – Bar
Romantic joint serving globally accented food & drinks in a warmly lit, wood-paneled setting.
48 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.925.2317
https://www.sassafrasbar.com

Positano Coast – Italian
Breezy Italian outfit offering a seafood focused menu, a seasonal open air dining room & happy hour
212 Walnut St, (2nd floor) Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.238.0499
https://www.positanocoast.net

Morimoto – Sushi
Omakase & other Japanese creations emerge from an Iron Chef in a sleek, color-changing setting.
723 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.413.9070
https://morimotorestaurant.com

El Fuego – Mexican
Counter-service outlet for Mexican staples prepared California-style & paired with margaritas
723 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.592.1931
https://www.elfuegophilly.com

Fork – American
New American cuisine that includes a popular brunch served amid sleek modern decor.
306 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.625.9425
https://forkrestaurant.com

Campo’s Deli – Cheesesteaks
Outpost of a local Philly chain offers all the mainstays like cheesesteaks & Italian hoagies.
214 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.923.1000
https://camposdeli.com

LaScala’s Fire Restaurant & Bar – Italian
Italian-American fare served in a formal dining room, bar, casual bistro or outside in good weather.
615 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.928.0900
https://lascalasfire.com

P.J. Clarke’s – American Cuisine
Excellent outside seating at The Curtis Center
631 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.999.2000
https://pjclarkes.com/location/philadelphia/

Buddakan – Asian
Hot spot for upscale Asian fusion dishes in a swanky setting with a giant Buddha & techno tunes.
325 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.574.9440
https://buddakan.com/

The Bourse Food Hall – Food Court
Counter-serve eateries & specialty stores housed in an airy, turn-of-the-century Victorian building.
21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
https://theboursephilly.com

La Famiglia Ristorante – Italian (Upscale)
An elegant room sets the scene for classic Italian dishes at this Old World-style restaurant.
8 S. Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.922.2803
https://lafamiglia.com

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar – Cuban
Cuban cuisine & a vast rum bar accented by Caribbean decor & late-night salsa dancing.
10 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.627.0666
https://www.cubalibrerestaurant.com/index.php?/en/philadelphia

Zahav – Israeli
Casual restaurant where modern techniques elevate a traditional Israeli menu.
237 St. James Place, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.625.8800
http://www.zahavrestaurant.com

Khyber Pass Pub – Pub
Cozy bar with Southern BBQ as well as a variety of
vegan options backed by a vast beer selection.
56 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.238.5888
https://www.khyberpasspub.com

Amada – Spanish
Iron Chef Jose Garces puts a modern spin on tapas at this contemporary Spanish spot with warm decor.
217-219 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.625.2450
https://www.amadarestaurant.com

Talula’s Garden – Organic
High-end charmer crafts seasonal American cuisine in a chic farmhouse setting with a summer garden.
210 W Washington Square Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.592.7787
https://talulasgarden.com