How to Find Luxury Hotels in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Southeastern Pennsylvania's most famous city has to be Philadelphia. Visitors to this world-class city will appreciate its rich historical treasures as well as its affinity for contemporary luxury. Indulge in a "Philly Cheese Steak," the culinary delight for which the city is famous, or just enjoy the feeling of camaraderie in the "City of Brotherly Love."

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

Know Your Destination

1. Brush up on national history. Due to its rich past relating to American government, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is often considered the "birthplace of the nation."

2. Bring your walking shoes as Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the East Coast's second largest city.

3. Check the weather before you pack! The Philadelphia climate is pleasant with summer temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s and the winter temperatures in the upper 20s to low 40s.

Book Transportation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

4. Book a flight. Philadelphia International Airport is just outside the city and offers taxi cab service to and from Philadelphia proper. Adventurous visitors can also opt to hop the city's Regional Rail Line.

5. Travel to Philadelphia by train via an Amtrak car. Amtrak makes multiple trips to Philadelphia from major cities, including New York and Washington.

Find Accommodations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

6. Indulge in some of Philadelphia's luxury hotel accommodations. As one of America's largest cities, there are many independent and celebrated chain accommodations from which to choose. To book accommodations, contact the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

7. Skip the name brands and head for some of Philadelphia's lesser known luxury accommodations. There you will enjoy a similar level of luxury for a more affordable price.

8. Stay near the historical sites of Independence National Park. There you can tour Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776) and view the world famous Liberty Bell.

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9. Improve your artistic palate with a tour of some of Philadephia's renowned museums, including the Rodin Museum as well as the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

10. Spend an educational day with the kids (or on your own) at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute Science Museum. Make sure you don't leave without taking a peek at the world's largest pinball machine!

11. Enjoy nature one-on-one at Fairmount Park. With nearly 10,000 plush acres of natural beauty, you might not see it all, but you'll have fun trying.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't bother getting a rental car. Parking in Philadelphia is extremely expensive. Stick instead to taxi cabs and the SEPTA R1 Regional Rail Line which runs throughout the city.
• Transport to and from the airport via the SEPTA R1 Regional Rail is not recommended for visitors carrying a great deal of luggage. Take a cab instead.