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The Franklin Institute
The Science History Institute
Barnes Foundation
Philadelphia Academy of the Fine Arts
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Fireman’s Hall Museum
Independence Hall
Liberty Bell Center
Carpenters' Hall
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
Rodin Museum
The Fabric Workshop and Museum
Brandywine River Museum of Art
Temple University Shoe Museum
Old City and Society Hill Walking Tour
Elfreth’s Alley
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Franklin Square
President's House
Blue Cross RiverRink
Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches
First Friday ArtWalk
U.S. Mint
Second Bank of the United States
American Philosophical Society Museum
Philadelphia has numerous free attractions, such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, and the Old City and Society Hill Walking Tour. The city is great for budget-conscious tourists and families looking to save some money. Some attractions are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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