Frommer's Philadelphia and the Amish Country

by Golan, Jay; Frommer, Arthur

• ISBN13: 9780028624181
• ISBN10: 0028624181
• Edition: 10th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-04-01
• Publisher: Pgw

Summary

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go -- they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! With Frommer's in hand, you'll explore the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Ben Franklin's home. But you'll find a lot more than history and old buildings in Philadelphia. Its smart City Center core is a stroller's paradise, with restored Georgian and Federal structures that house sleek shops and fine restaurants. It's a city filled with art, crafts, music, and cuisine for every taste, and Frommer's will show you its highlights and hidden pleasures. We'll also take you to nearby Valley Forge, and to the Brandywine Valley, where you'll explore the world-renowned Longwood Gardens and the Winterthur Museum. Then it's off to the Amish Country, a quietly beautiful region of rolling hills, old-fashioned farms, covered bridges, antique shops, and towns where simple pleasures still hold sway and life moves at a slower pace.

Table of Contents

List of Maps	p. vii
What's New in Philadelphia	p. 1
The Best of Philadelphia	p. 3
Formmer's Favorite Philadelphia Experiences	p. 4
Best Hotel Bets	p. 6
Best Restaurant Bets	p. 8
Planning Your Trip to Philadelphia	p. 13
Visitor Information	p. 13
Money	p. 13
Destination: Philadelphia--Red Alert Checklist	p. 14
When to Go	p. 15
Philadelphia Calendar of Events	p. 16
Insurance, Health & Safety	p. 20
Tips for Travelers with Special Needs	p. 22
Getting There	p. 27
Escorted Tours & Package Deals	p. 30
Planning Your Trip Online	p. 31
Easy Internet Access Away from Home	p. 33
Tips on Accommodations	p. 34
Recommended Reading & Viewing	p. 34
Using a Cellphone on Your Trip	p. 35
For International Visitors	p. 36
Preparing for Your Trip	p. 36
Getting to the U.S.	p. 42
Getting Around the U.S.	p. 43
Fast Facts: For the International Traveler	p. 44
Getting to Know Philadelphia	p. 49
Orientation	p. 49
The Neighborhoods in Brief	p. 51
Getting Around	p. 54
Fast Facts: Philadelphia	p. 57
Where to Stay	p. 60
Historic Area	p. 61
Center City	p. 67
Family-Friendly Hotels	p. 74
University City (West Philadelphia)	p. 75
Near the Airport	p. 77
City Line & Northeast	p. 78
Hostels	p. 78
Where to Dine	p. 80
Historic Area	p. 81
Center City	p. 89
A Taste of Ethnic Philly: Reading Terminal Market	p. 96
Simple Pretheater Choices	p. 98
Family-Friendly Restaurants	p. 99
South Philadelphia	p. 100
University City (West Philadelphia)	p. 101
Chinatown	p. 104
Manayunk	p. 105
Local Favorites: Cheesesteaks, Hoagies & More	p. 106
Exploring Philadelphia	p. 110
Suggested Itineraries	p. 110
Independence National Historical Park: America's Most Historic Square Mile	p. 111
The Top Museums	p. 118
More Attractions	p. 121
Philadelphia's Oddball Museums	p. 130
Parks, the Parkway & Penn's Landing	p. 136
Especially for Kids	p. 140
Organized Tours	p. 141
Outdoor Activities	p. 143
Spectator Sports	p. 145
City Strolls	p. 148
Historic Highlights & Society Hill	p. 148
Architectural ABCs	p. 152
Old City	p. 158
Shopping	p. 163
The Shopping Scene	p. 163
Shopping A to Z	p. 165
Manayunk Shopping	p. 170
Philadelphia After Dark	p. 178
The Performing Arts	p. 178
The Club & Music Scene	p. 184
Sleepless in Philadelphia: Where the Nightlife Is	p. 185
The Bar Scene	p. 189
The Gay & Lesbian Scene	p. 193
Other Nighttime Entertainment	p. 194
Late-Night Bites	p. 195
Side Trips from Philadelphia	p. 196
Bucks County & Nearby New Jersey	p. 196
Where Washington Crossed the Delaware	p. 198
Exploring the Brandywine Valley	p. 205
Lancaster County: The Amish Country	p. 211
Introducing the Pennsylvania Dutch Country	p. 211
Essentials	p. 215
Exploring Amish Country	p. 217
The Bridges of Lancaster County	p. 218
Especially for Kids	p. 220
Shopping	p. 222
Where to Stay	p. 224
Where to Dine	p. 228
Philadelphia in Depth	p. 231
History 101: The Philadelphia Story	p. 231
A Portrait of the Philadelphians	p. 232
Index	p. 236
General Index	p. 236
Accommodations Index	p. 242
Restaurant Index	p. 243
List of Maps
The Eastern Seaboard
Philadelphia Neighborhoods
Philadelphia Accommodations
Philadelphia Dining
Philadelphia Attractions
Fairmount Park
Walking Tour: Historic Highlights & Society Hill
Walking Tour: Old City
Bucks County
The Brandywine Valley
Lancaster & the Pennsylvania Dutch Country
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