Philadelphia combines the birthplace of American independence with a gritty-chic food and arts scene, murals on every other block and a more affordable price tag than nearby New York. Walkable and compact, it's an easy weekend trip.
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How long to stay
2–4 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 1h from the US East Coast, 7h from Europe, 15.5h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Book Independence Hall timed tickets in advance in peak season.
- Reading Terminal Market is a great lunch stop and closed Mondays.
- The Mural Arts program runs walking and trolley tours of the city's 4,000 murals.
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