Anyone in Hatfield needs only a half-hour drive to visit The City of Brotherly Love. Here are three ideas for what to check out on a day trip to Philly.
Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall
At the most famous historical attraction in Philadelphia, visitors can see the legendary Liberty Bell, which rang to mark the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. If you can, plan this as your first stop earlier in the day, before the crowds reach their peak. If you have the time and a real interest in history, visit Independence Hall across the street as well, which offers excellent guided tours every day.
Reading Terminal Market
Shoppers and foodies can’t get enough of this farmer’s market and food court set inside the Reading Railroad 1891 train station. Have a light lunch or rich, exotic meal from cuisines around the world in between your browsing. To save time, take a look at the vendor map beforehand and mark down what you want to see the most.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Anyone who has seen “Rocky” will recognize the iconic steps of this grand building, but the truly impressive sights are inside. The building is modeled after the temples of ancient Greece, while also featuring complete structures from other places and times, like a 16th-century Indian Temple. The museum is packed with works of Van Gogh, Picasso, Cézanne, and other enduring artists.
If you only had one day to explore Philly from Hatfield, you can’t go wrong with an itinerary that includes these three places. Give one or more of them a look as you plan and customize the perfect trip for you.
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