REGIONS Philadelphia and the Countryside Iconic Philadelphia From the Philadelphia Museum of Art and African American Museum in Philadelphia to The Met Philadelphia and Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site , there is no shortage of culture here. An interesting detour of the otherwise metropolitan streets of the city is Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania , an official arboretum including a 250-year-old tree at the entrance. Another breath of fresh air lies in Spruce Street Harbor Park , an urban park in Penn’s Landing featuring a boardwalk along the Delaware River, colorful hammocks, floating gardens, and a beachfront atmosphere. Look no further for where to eat than making a reservation at one of the 2023 James Beard Award-winners— including Friday Saturday Sunday and Fork . Post meal, head to the chic R&D Cocktail Bar , serving classic and innovative cocktails in the hip Fishtown neighborhood. Spruce Street Harbor Park, Philadelphia THREE SIDE TRIPS FROM THE CITY KENNETT SQUARE: Nestled in the rolling hills of Chester County’s countryside, make way to the charming borough of Kennett Square, also known as the Mushroom Capital of the World. You’ll quickly see why when you stop in The Mushroom Cap storefront. But beyond the ‘shrooms, don’t miss a stop at the gorgeous Longwood Gardens , one of the world’s premier horticultural display gardens, where you can see dazzling displays that elevate the art of horticulture. of monuments, meadows, and structures commemorating the Revolutionary War. heart’s content at King of Prussia Mall , the third-largest mall in America with six major department stores and more than 450 stores, boutiques, and restaurants. If shopping isn’t your thing, the Valley Forge National Historical Park offers 3,500 acres 92 visitPA.com M. EDLOW FOR VISIT PHILADELPHIA® KING OF PRUSSIA: Shop to your MALVERN: Remarkably intact and carefully restored, the 19th-century village of Historic Sugartown offers a window into traditional Americana. Wandering the quaint streets of Malvern you’ll also find the Wharton Esherick Museum , preserving the artist’s furniture, furnishings, interiors, and utensils.
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