Question 1

Start early

Accepted Answer

We hit the city around mid-morning and wished more than once that we had more time.

Question 2

Plan your parking

Accepted Answer

When we do it again, we’ll look for a garage in advance or use a hop-on, hop-off bus tour like this one to cover more ground.

Question 3

Pack snacks or a picnic dinner

Accepted Answer

Always. Honestly, plan to stay later than you think, you might want to pack a full picnic dinner and take a break somewhere like Franklin Square or Spruce Street Harbor Park. There’s plenty of space to relax and recharge before heading back.

Question 4

Wear comfy shoes

Accepted Answer

We walked a lot. Our Earth Runners held up to the task.

Question 5

Double-check ticket availability

Accepted Answer

Especially for Independence Hall, tickets go fast! We honestly postponed a couple days from our original plan because I forgot to get tickets!

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