Kids Love Philly
Valley Forge National Historical Park is one of Kids Love Philly.

1. Valley Forge National Historical Park

9.3
1400 N Outer Line Dr (btwn Gulph & Valley Creek Rd), King of Prussia, PA
National Park · 58 tips and reviews
Washington's Headquarters is one of Kids Love Philly.

2. Washington's Headquarters

8.9
7 River Rd (Hwy 23), Valley Forge, PA
Historic and Protected Site · 12 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: Take a trip back in time to the cold winter of 1778 with the Continental Army and its commander, general George Washington. The train station has been beautifully restored.

Please Touch Museum is one of Kids Love Philly.

3. Please Touch Museum

9.0
4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA
Museum · West Philadelphia · 114 tips and reviews
Philadelphia Zoo is one of Kids Love Philly.

4. Philadelphia Zoo

9.0
3400 W Girard Ave (at N 34th St), Philadelphia, PA
Zoo · West Philadelphia · 111 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: Take some time between viewing the animals to admire the flora and fauna. There are some amazing trees to view at the zoo too.

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology is one of Kids Love Philly.

5. University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

8.2
3260 South St (at 33rd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · University City · 43 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: If you're into human history or digging up old stuff, you've hit the jackpot. Mummies, Roman statues, the third largest sphinx on the planet - You can literally discover the entire world here.

Elmwood Park Zoo is one of Kids Love Philly.

6. Elmwood Park Zoo

8.5
1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown, PA
Zoo · 25 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: The zoo’s small mammals, birds, and reptiles star in twice daily live animal shows.The Tom Kimmel Conservation Kingdom playground is a place where kids can learn about conservation while having fun.

Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of Kids Love Philly.

7. Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.3
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · West Philadelphia · 306 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: New in 2013 - Wednesday nights after 5 is Pay What You Wish and the galleries are open until 8:45.

Perelman Building is one of Kids Love Philly.

8. Perelman Building

8.2
2525 Pennsylvania Ave (Philadelphia Museum of Art), Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · Fairmount - Art Museum · 11 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: The fashion and design exhibits will delight your daughters as will the interactive library on the 2nd floor.

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge is one of Kids Love Philly.

9. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

9.1
8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Hiking Trail · Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia · 14 tips and reviews

Anne W.Anne W: Great place for walking/biking/birding. Take the doggies!

The Franklin Institute is one of Kids Love Philly.

10. The Franklin Institute

9.0
222 N 20th St (at Winter St), Philadelphia, PA
Science Museum · Logan Square · 180 tips and reviews

Jason S.Jason Shurak: There's a ticket office downstairs that never has a line.

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is one of Kids Love Philly.

11. The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

8.8
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy (at 19th St), Philadelphia, PA
Science Museum · Logan Square · 63 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: From a working dig site & paleo lab to an indoor tropical garden with live butterflies; from stunning historic dioramas to live animals you can touch - You just can't help but learn while you're here.

Bobby's Burger Palace is one of Kids Love Philly.

12. Bobby's Burger Palace

3925 Walnut St (btwn 39th St & 40th St), Philadelphia, PA
Burger Joint · University City · 111 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: Get your Bobby Flay burger "crunchified" (topped with potato chips for free!) then go all out with beer-battered onion rings and a milkshake.

White Dog Cafe is one of Kids Love Philly.

13. White Dog Cafe

8.6
3420 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · University City · 94 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: The kids will ove the doggie decor and you'll appreciate a delicious meal that is local, healthy and sustainable. Brunch is a real treat!

30th Street Station is one of Kids Love Philly.

14. 30th Street Station

7.4
2955 Market St (at N 30th St), Philadelphia, PA
Rail Station · University City · 323 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Step outside the nation's third-busiest train station and enjoy your coffee, along with great views of the city, on The Porch. 30th Street Station's outdoor area offers seating and seasonal events.

Logan Square is one of Kids Love Philly.

15. Logan Square

8.6
Logan Square (Benjamin Franklin Pkwy & 19th), Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Logan Square · 40 tips and reviews

ConciergeConcierge: Named after James Logan. William Penn's secretary, this former square turned circle houses Swann Fountain representing the three bodies of water in Philadelphia- the Delaware, Schuylkill & Wissahickon

JFK Plaza / Love Park is one of Kids Love Philly.

16. JFK Plaza / Love Park

8.5
1501 John F Kennedy Blvd (at N 15th St), Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Logan Square · 134 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: JFK Plaza has transformed into a mecca for music, food and art! Free concerts, the best food trucks in Philly & very cool art displays! Yarn bombed lamp posts to iconic photo ops, what's not to LOVE?

Philadelphia City Hall is one of Kids Love Philly.

17. Philadelphia City Hall

1400 John F Kennedy Blvd (at Broad & Market St), Philadelphia, PA
City Hall · Avenue of the Arts South · 64 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Did you know you can actually climb to the top of the tower? The Tower Observation Deck is open weekdays, 9:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. For tours and tower admission go to Room 121.

18. Devon Horse Show Grounds

8.5
22 Dorset Rd (at Lancaster Ave), Devon, PA
Event Space · 6 tips and reviews
Washington Square is one of Kids Love Philly.

19. Washington Square

9.1
210 W Washington Sq (btwn Locust & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Washington Square West · 60 tips and reviews

Gary I.Gary I.: Never crowed, never a scene. Just a great place to chill out and have a picnic.

Rittenhouse Square is one of Kids Love Philly.

20. Rittenhouse Square

9.2
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Rittenhouse Square · 182 tips and reviews
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is one of Kids Love Philly.

21. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

8.9
128 N Broad St (btwn Arch & Race St), Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · Avenue of the Arts South · 21 tips and reviews

Reinhold ResidentialReinhold Residential: This internationally acclaimed school of fine art features remarkable galleries and a striking Claes Oldenburg sculpture in the adjacent Lenfest Plaza.

Institute of Contemporary Art is one of Kids Love Philly.

22. Institute of Contemporary Art

7.6
118 S 36th St (At Sansom & 36th Streets), Philadelphia, PA
Art Gallery · University City · 9 tips and reviews

Reinhold ResidentialReinhold Residential: This modern space has three new exhibits a year (try to attend an opening night) and offers FREE admission.

Penn Bookstore is one of Kids Love Philly.

23. Penn Bookstore

3601 Walnut St (at 36th St), Philadelphia, PA
College Bookstore · University City · 42 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: An equally fun bookstore for you and the kiddos. Great business section - thank you Wharton and B&N.

The Palestra is one of Kids Love Philly.

24. The Palestra

215 S 33rd St (at Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
College Basketball Court · University City · 16 tips and reviews

StouponsStoupons: For the sports fans who wanna know what Philly ball is all about..If you can, treat yourself to a Big 5 game at the Palestra. So much history and great in-city rivalries...goosebumps

Eastern State Penitentiary is one of Kids Love Philly.

25. Eastern State Penitentiary

9.0
2027 Fairmount Ave (btwn Corinthian Ave & 22nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Fairmount - Art Museum · 180 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: One look at the brick towers peering over the walls & you know this place means business. Ghostly business. Even if you don't bump into a specter, there's plenty of creepy stuff to snap pictures of.

Mütter Museum is one of Kids Love Philly.

26. Mütter Museum

8.3
19 S 22nd St (at Ludlow St), Philadelphia, PA
Science Museum · Center City West · 103 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: Real life science and the mysteries of medicine are revealed. Great learning for parents and children alike that answers why you should or shouldn't do that. Oddities galore here!

Academy of Music is one of Kids Love Philly.

27. Academy of Music

8.6
300 S Broad St (at Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
Opera House · Avenue of the Arts South · 52 tips and reviews

Reinhold ResidentialReinhold Residential: Constructed in 1857 and known as the “Grand Old Lady” of Broad Street, this historic arts site is home to the Pennsylvania Ballet and the Opera Company of Philadelphia.

Kimmel Cultural Campus is one of Kids Love Philly.

28. Kimmel Cultural Campus

9.3
300 S Broad St (at Spruce St), Philadelphia, PA
Concert Hall · Avenue of the Arts South · 67 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Pretty cool in here isn't it? It gets better. Check out the Dorrance H. Hamilton Roof Garden built on top of the Perelman Theater - it's spectacular.

Chinatown is one of Kids Love Philly.

29. Chinatown

Philadelphia, PA
Neighborhood · 36 tips and reviews

ConciergeConcierge: Unsure what "dim sum" actually is? Consider it in the Chinese version of "tapas". Loosely translated, it means to touch the heart. With so many options, it'll fill your stomach 1st!

30. Reading Terminal Market

9.3
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert Sts), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 677 tips and reviews
The Navy Yard is one of Kids Love Philly.

31. The Navy Yard

4747 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA
Harbor or Marina · South Philadelphia East · 12 tips and reviews

Matt B.Matt Bonaccorsi: Make sure you get a photo of the aircraft carrier behind Urban Outfitters.

Rodin Museum is one of Kids Love Philly.

32. Rodin Museum

8.8
2151 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy (at N 22nd St), Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · Fairmount - Art Museum · 34 tips and reviews
John B. Kelly Drive is one of Kids Love Philly.

33. John B. Kelly Drive

8.6
Kelly Dr (btwn Lincoln Dr & Eakins Oval), Philadelphia, PA
Hiking Trail · West Philadelphia · 35 tips and reviews

Katie S.Katie S: run, walk, bike or skate the loop!

Boathouse Row is one of Kids Love Philly.

34. Boathouse Row

8.8
Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Harbor or Marina · West Philadelphia · 39 tips and reviews

NBC PhiladelphiaNBC Philadelphia: Rowing teams here are members of the Schuylkill Navy—the oldest amateur athletic governing body in the U.S. At night, the lights along this section of the Schuylkill River create a memorable view.

Carpenters' Hall is one of Kids Love Philly.

35. Carpenters' Hall

7.5
320 Chestnut St (Btw 3rd & 4th), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 20 tips and reviews

Rootless C.Rootless Cosmopolitan: Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Tues-Sun

Independence National Historical Park is one of Kids Love Philly.

36. Independence National Historical Park

9.0
143 S 3rd St (btwn Race & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
National Park · Center City East · 53 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This is home to a number of sites and attractions associated with early American history, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

Rosenbach Museum & Library is one of Kids Love Philly.

37. Rosenbach Museum & Library

8.5
2008-2010 Delancey St, Philadelphia, PA
Museum · Center City · 6 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: This is Where The Wild Things Are. Enjoy a literary tour while admiring the decor and the pleasures of reading and writing. The Rosenbach is a real treat for children learning to read.

National Constitution Center is one of Kids Love Philly.

38. National Constitution Center

8.3
525 Arch St (btwn 5th St & 6th St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 81 tips and reviews

WorldStridesWorldStrides: The National Constitution Center has more than 100 interactive exhibits that engages students to think about the ways the Constitution has shaped American democracy.

Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial is one of Kids Love Philly.

39. Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial

8.6
62 Battleship Pl (at Clinton St), Camden, NJ
Boat or Ferry · 15 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Built at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard & launched in 1942 just a year after the attack on Pearl Harbor, bringing the US into WWII. It was the 2nd ship the Navy named in honor of New Jersey

Adventure Aquarium is one of Kids Love Philly.

40. Adventure Aquarium

8.3
1 Riverside Dr (btwn Federal St & Dr Martin Luther King Blvd), Camden, NJ
Aquarium · Cooper Grant · 123 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: At the new Stingray Beach Club, adventurous types can pet and hand-feed giant stingrays or roll up their sleeves to touch jellies, shrimp, lobster, starfish, horseshoe crabs and sea cucumbers. Read more.

Geno's Steaks is one of Kids Love Philly.

41. Geno's Steaks

6.9
1219 S 9th St (at E Passyunk Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 327 tips and reviews

ConciergeConcierge: When ordering, First tell them what cheese you want. Second, with or without onions. Hi! Can I get a Provolone wit? Good! Have cash in hand. Enjoy!

Italian Market is one of Kids Love Philly.

42. Italian Market

8.5
900 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA
Farmers Market · Bella Vista - Southwark · 55 tips and reviews

NBC PhiladelphiaNBC Philadelphia: Opened in the 1880s by Antonio Palumbo, the Italian Market is America's Oldest Outdoor Market. While the Italian fare remains great, it's also home to some of the best Mexican and Asian food in town.

Subaru Park is one of Kids Love Philly.

43. Subaru Park

9.0
1 Stadium Dr (at Flower St), Chester, PA
Soccer Stadium · 104 tips and reviews

Philadelphia UnionPhiladelphia Union: Union matches make perfect outings for your soccer team, company, community organization, or simply a group of family and friends! For discounted group tickets (15 or more), call us at 877-21-UNION.

Longwood Gardens is one of Kids Love Philly.

44. Longwood Gardens

9.4
1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA
Botanical Garden · 132 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Come to this garden, about 40 miles west of Philadelphia, for 325 acres of constant jaw-dropping displays. It's famous for its fountains, but check out the greenhouse conservatory too. Read more.

Jenkins Arboretum is one of Kids Love Philly.

45. Jenkins Arboretum

8.6
631 Berwyn Baptist Rd, Devon, PA
Botanical Garden · 2 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Mesiarik: The world's foremost azalea collection is in full bloom around mother's day. But any day is amazing at Jenkins.

Tyler Arboretum is one of Kids Love Philly.

46. Tyler Arboretum

515 Painter Rd, Media, PA
Other Great Outdoors · 8 tips and reviews

Nicole B.Nicole B: Great place for the kids. Make sure they wear sneakers and play clothes that can get a little dirty.

Linvilla Orchards is one of Kids Love Philly.

47. Linvilla Orchards

9.1
137 W Knowlton Rd, Media, PA
Farmers Market · 54 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: At this 300-acre farming fantasyland, visitors can pick their own seasonal fruits and veggies including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, sweet corn, squash, peaches, tomatoes, pears and apples. Read more.

Woodmere Art Museum is one of Kids Love Philly.

48. Woodmere Art Museum

7.9
9201 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Art Gallery · Chestnut Hill · 9 tips and reviews

Chestnut H.Chestnut Hill: Can you find your way out of the Owl’s Eye Hay Maze at Woodmere Art Museum? Harry Potter Weekend in Chestnut Hill Oct. 14th – 16th; maze open Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5

Franklin Square is one of Kids Love Philly.

49. Franklin Square

8.7
200 N 6th St (at Race St), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Center City East · 38 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Tucked behind the National Constitution Center is a little park with big heart. With a playground, carousel, mini golf, fountain & kinetic-motion rides it's perfect for the kiddies or the kid in you.

United States Mint is one of Kids Love Philly.

50. United States Mint

7.6
151 N Independence Mall E (at Arch St), Philadelphia, PA
Government Building · Center City East · 26 tips and reviews
Petrucci's Ice Cream Co is one of Kids Love Philly.

51. Petrucci's Ice Cream Co

8.4
670 N Henderson Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · 6 tips and reviews