Have some non-WordCamp fun in Philadelphia!

Like our foodie post from this year, we have an exciting set of updates to our list of things to do in and around Philadelphia for 2016. Here are some of the highlights — some new, some old favorites, that you’ll want to put on your “I should see that!” list.

If it’s listed in bold you can even walk there from the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown or the Convention CenterThose listed in italics are a bit farther of a walk, but just fine for a lengthy stroll.

Happy Holidays

SCUBA-diving Santa.

SCUBA-diving Santa.

Mount Pleasant in Fairumount

Mount Pleasant in Fairumount

Must-See Museums

Dinos in the hall at the Natural Science museum

Dinos in the hall at the Natural Science museum

Mural Arts in Philadelphia

Mural Arts in Philadelphia

See A Little History

While in Philadelphia, the birthplace of our great nation, you should definitely take the opportunity to see some of historic sites, such as

Independence Hall

Independence Hall

See the Great Outdoors

Twilight on Boathouse Row by Michael W. Murphy https://www.flickr.com/photos/michaelwm25/5015864843/in/photolist-8DeBSk-boiRnP-Pip7N-4jyPy8-4R75M1-b98GnD-5HSfzs-b21da2-aFfrm2-bxvc41-GUipA-b21d7Z-6ghrnu-4F5J77-cqy2FJ-bbLvQ2-9vyrQG-4jyPxk-bJaRfV-GYcyKx-aFfrt2-67e4QB-bopg4x-aFfq56-aFjecE-6A2pyC-aFjmUq-aFjf7s-aFjmXf-c9PZKy-PnUhr-8Uf9Ph-8CJtuW-EXQNbw-bEnGbf-HLTQ7c-bopgbg-fzWhBa-4R75D9-GLb1vF-5obMBi-rZ8R5-5XPRxW-bpwB4P-7evEgd-p7xE2D-FZ5sUV-FuTxDa-36ZHD-hmCNoq

Twilight on Boathouse Row

  • Schyulkill River Trail Bike, run, or walk as far along the river to the West of Philadelphia. Be sure to catch a glimpse of Boathouse Row while you’re out and about, particularly after dusk.
  • Valley Forge National Park is not just a park with national significance, it’s also a beautiful semi-wilderness escape, museum, and driving tour.
  • Washington Crossing State Park Although the recreations of Washington’s crossing of the Delaware don’t start until December 11th, the park itself is still a beautiful trip to make.
  • Fairmount Park Fairmount is the largest urban park in the world and its trails, playgrounds, art installations, and more make it a great place to spend some quiet time communing with nature.

 

And More…

If you’re looking for more to do, VisitPhilly and Uwishunu maintain a wealth of links to other parks, museums, activities, and events.

Haven’t registered yet? You can get tickets here, and we even have a schedule so you can plan your trip accordingly. WordPress all weekend and a picturesque Philadelphia tour? What could be better!