Republic Services

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! You’re not in the Land of Oz, you’re entering the World of the Philadelphia Zoo. The first zoo in the United States, the Philadelphia Zoo remains one of the premier zoos in the world especially for endangered animals. See everything from big cats and primates to exotic birds and reptiles throughout the exhibits and attractions here.

Head out of the way a bit towards New Jersey to experience the thrill of a lifetime. Freefall Adventures offers skydiving adventures to people from all walks of life. Whether you are a diehard adrenaline junkie or an Average Joe looking for a once in a lifetime, extreme sports excursion, you will love the way Freefall Adventures takes skydiving from the extreme to the mainstream.

Set aside some time to visit the oldest surviving botanical garden in the United States. Bartram’s Garden covers 46 acres in Fairmount Park, and is open to the public for free admission. Try taking a tour inside the historic garden area (the original 8-acre garden begun in 1728), the historic stone house, through the elaborate grove and the largest variety of North American plants in the world.