Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Eating at a restaurant that is part of the Stephen Starr portfolio is a must while in Philadelphia. His restaurants have a fun vibe and great décor, and there’s something for both kids and adults on the menu.
- More about your Oliver Guide: Nichole Rowles
- Trip type: Family, City
- Activity level: easy
- Ideal length of trip: 3 DAYS
to & from
Easy to get to from Washington, DC and New York via Amtrak. If flying in from elsewhere, note that Philadelphia is a hub for American. Once there, Uber is quick and easy. If traveling as a family, it can be cheaper to take Uber than the city bus! (Buses run west along Walnut Street and east along Chestnut Street; fare is $2.25 per passenger and no discount is offered for children over age 5.)
Where to Stay
I recommend staying near Rittenhouse Square.
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar: Fun and funky vibe with brightly colored busts of Benjamin Franklin in the lobby and other nods to historic Philadelphia.
- Sofitel