Philadelphia's Official Convention & Visitors Site

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  • Modern Renaissance

    Discover Philadelphia's colorful neighborhoods, learn about its rich history of innovation and delve into its spectacular sites and attractions.

  • Freedom + Democracy

    Freedom, Democracy + America

    Philadelphia is where the American Dream was founded through the prowess of courageous and entrepreneurial visionaries.

  • Creative Spirit

    The Roots

    Philadelphia has become the “now” place where young artists collaborate to innovate everything from food to fashion, creating a renaissance environment.

  • Outdoor Life + Sports

    Endless adventure trails, riverfronts, bicycling and neighborhoods are woven through the city unlike anywhere in the U.S.

  • Vibrant Street Life

    Intimate, well-lit streets provide the adventure of discovery in a city that is easy to navigate. Quintessentially American with a European flavor, Center City is walkable from river to river and beyond.

  • Accessible + Friendly

    Philadelphia is charming. Walk everywhere. Bicycle anywhere. Taxi anywhere.

  • Innovation + Education

    Philadelphia is an incubator of ideas and initiative.

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Essential Philadelphia: Everything you need to know to discover the City of Brotherly Love.

Everything you need to know, from how to get here and around, to currency exchange for international travelers.

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36-hour itinerary: a whirlwind weekend in Philadelphia

From Friday to Sunday, this itinerary is action-packed with the highlights and is meant to give you a taste of the City. Take it on the go! Download and print this abbreviated itinerary to jot down your favorites on your way through Philadelphia.

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Submit an RFP

Philadelphia is a city focused on the future - and finding new ways to offer better value to our meetings customers.

We'll be offering a series of great extras and increased flexibility for our best customers, all to help celebrate the expanded Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Find out the details and submit an RFP with our easy-to-use online form.

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What's on your mind? Ask us questions on twitter.

Planning a trip to PHL? Follow @discoverPHL for tips and information. Planning a meeting or convention? Be sure to follow @meetPHL for the inside scoop and tweet us your questions!

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PHL: Modern Renaissance City

Search for the Perfect Hotel

Whether it is a pet-friendly hotel or 24-hour room service, Philadelphia has something to offer every preference. Search for the perfect hotel or book through our streamlined search engine.

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Catch up on the latest news about Philadelphia from across the globe.

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Philadelphia: One of America's Most Innovative Cities

It is no surprise Philadelphia was ranked one of the Most Innovative Cities in America. Philadelphia has always been – and continues to be – a city of innovation and invention.

Did you know?
· Philadelphia is home to the largest “green” building in the U.S. – the Comcast Center
· The first computer was constructed at the University of Pennsylvania
· The nation’s first department store was founded here in 1876
· Bubble gum was invented in Philadelphia in 1928

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