Philadelphia tours of the city are a popular way to plan a vacation in Philadelphia, whether the tour is simply for one or for multiple days. Philadelphia day trips can include trips to historical destinations like the Liberty Bell, as well as some fun outdoor adventures like walks through parks and trips to the zoo. Day trips Philadelphia can also include some shorts to nearby recreational spots such as the Pocono Mountains and more.

One of the most popular Philly day trips is a walk through Independence Square and the surrounding area. Not only is this the location of Independence Hall, which can be toured for free, but it is also the resting place of the famous Liberty Bell, which carries with it some vital pieces of United States history. The Liberty Bell can also be toured for free, but be sure to first stop by the Visitor's Center in Liberty Bell Pavilion to pick up a free ticket. The entirety of Independence Square makes for excellent Philadelphia day trips and is best enjoyed on foot. Things are close together, and a car can be bothersome in such a busy area of the city.

Another great option for Philadelphia tours is the Philadelphia Zoo located in Fairmont Park. This is the oldest zoo in America and one of the most prominent zoos in the world for breeding endangered species and working to protect these animals throughout the world. The zoo is quite large, and a single day trip Philadelphia can be enjoyably spent here, with time set aside for lunch at the zoo. This Philly day trip can also be combined with a trip to the Franklin Institute, although some travelers choose to see these sites on different days. The Franklin Institute has both an art and science museum, which sections of the science museum focusing on bringing science to life through hands-on exhibits for children and adults.

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For Philadelphia day trips spend relaxing in the city and possibly shopping, make the trip to the world-famous Love Park, which was the site of the 2001 and the 2002 X-Games and historically has been a major hub for skateboarders, although today skateboarding is banned in the park. Pack a lunch and head to this city-park for a picnic and Philadelphia tours of the surrounding area. Somewhat close by is the King of Prussia shopping center, which features more than 300 famous department stores and designers and is a favorite destination for out of town guests due to the fact that there is no sales tax at the mall.

For day trips Philadelphia out from the city, try driving to the Pocono Mountains during the winter for a long or short ski vacation. The Blue Ridge Ski area is the closest ski area to the city of Philadelphia. Another great Philly day trip from the city is a trip to the Brandywine River Valley, which takes less than an hour by car. A number of art galleries and museums and some of Pennsylvania's most historic farms and farm houses are found here, and the landscape is quite lovely.