Take a walk along the waterfront at Penn’s Landing and you may find some of the best shows and entertainment in the city, from Screening Under the Stars to the Olympic-sized RiverRink. This landmark site provides a perfect music and festival venue that hosts several concerts and performances throughout the year.
The Philadelphia 76ers were named in honor of the American Revolution, and this NBA team revolutionizes basketball in its own way. Founded in 1939, the 76ers have a rich history and have won numerous awards including three championships, 11 conference titles and 5 division titles. See the sports team tear up the court in the Wells Fargo Center at a home game.
The 700 Club on North Second Street in Philadelphia might shock those who think the name is related to the talk show. Philly’s 700 Club is booming with an eclectic mix from the DJs, with the party spilling out through the two-story building. With an assortment of over 80 bottled beers, 12 beers on tap and a whole assortment of liquor, the bartenders can probably serve up more than just 700 different drinks at this nightlife destination.
While you may not sail the great blue seas, you can explore the history they played in Philadelphia’s development at the Independence Seaport Museum. A museum dedicated to the maritime history of Philadelphia, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania, the Independence Seaport Museum is suitably located along Penn’s Landing, the historic site where William Penn first docked when he arrived in America.