DK Eyewitness Philadelphia

Discover Philadelphia, where history meets contemporary cool.

Whether you want to be awed by the iconic Liberty Bell, lose yourself in the Philadelphia Museum of Art, or tour the serene Pennsylvania countryside, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that this region has to offer.

Philadelphia is one of the US’s most popular destinations - and it’s not hard to see why. Packed full of historical landmarks, the city is a living museum, with cultural attractions aplenty and a thriving foodie scene to shout about. And the Pennsylvanian countryside isn’t far away, offering swathes of farmland, mountainous terrain, and a gentler pace of life.

Our newly updated guide brings Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Colony to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region’s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.

You’ll discover:

our pick of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country’’s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems

the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay

detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy

easy-to-follow itineraries

expert advice get ready, get around and stay safe

color-coded chapters to every part of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country, from Old City to Logan Square and Parkway Museums District, from the Pennsylvania Dutch Country to Gettysburg

our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

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