10. The Rocky Statue

With arms raised in triumph, the Rocky statue has long held a place in the hearts of Philadelphia residents and visitors eager to re-enact the boxing underdog's proud and jubilant training sessions in the 1976 Academy Award-winning film. On September 9, 2006, the iconic statue took its permanent place near the famous steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, featured prominently in many of the Rocky films. More Info

9. Philadelphia Sports Complex (Wachovia Center, Citizen's Bank Park & Lincoln Financial Field)

The South Philadelphia Sports Complex (once known as East League Island Park) is the current home to Philadelphia's sports teams. It is the site of the Wachovia Center, the Wachovia Spectrum, Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park. The Wachovia Center opened in 1996 and is home to the Philadelphia Flyers (NHL), Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), and the Philadelphia Wings (NLL). Lincoln Financial Field (known as "The Linc") opened in 2003 and is home to the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL) and Temple Owls (NCAA football), while Citizens Bank Park opened in 2004 and is home to the Philadelphia Phillies (NL). More Info

8. Sesame Place

America's only theme park based on "Sesame Street" celebrated its 20th Birthday Bash in 2000. This unique family park features 15 water attractions, the Vapor Trail roller coaster, a musical parade and plenty of opportunities to rub shoulders with Elmo, Cookie Monster, and other Sesame Street characters. Arriving May 12, 2001 when Sesame Place officially re-opens for the 2001 season will be the brand new show Elmo's World - Live, based on the popular Elmo's World segment as seen on Sesame Street. More Info

7. Penn's Landing

An indoor market founded in 1892 on the site of William Penn's original Philadelphia market, the Reading Terminal Market features fresh meats, poultry, produce and seafood; Amish specialties; and unique, hand-made pottery, jewelry and crafts from around the world, plus a little bit of everything else. The Market is also one of the top destinations for a quick and excellent lunch in Center City Philadelphia. More Info

6. Franklin Institute and Science Museum

The Franklin Institute is a vibrant 21st-Century organization that continues to offer new and exciting access to science and technology in ways that would both amaze and delight Mister Benjamin Franklin. The Institute has become a dynamic agent of change through its rich array of internationally recognized exhibitions and programs. More Info

5. The Philadelphia Zoo

The Philadelphia Zoo’s 42-acre Victorian garden is home to more than 1,300 animals, many of them rare and endangered. The Zoo, fulfilling its mission of conservation, science, education and recreation, supports and engages in conservation efforts to protect endangered species around the world. Cheetahs, hippos, giraffes and much more make the Zoo Philadelphia's leading family attraction with over 1.2 million visitors last year. More Info

4. Fairmount Park

Fairmount Park, while best known for the 4,400 acre ribbon of green bordering the Schuylkill River and Wissahickon Creek, is actually a city-wide park system made up of 63 separate parks of all sizes and types. From the City's original five squares laid out by William Penn to the Manayunk Canal reclaimed from industrial to recreational use, from South Philadelphia to the Far Northeast, the parks serve every community. Read More

3. Reading Terminal Market

An indoor market founded in 1892 on the site of William Penn's original Philadelphia market, the Reading Terminal Market features fresh meats, poultry, produce and seafood; Amish specialties; and unique, hand-made pottery, jewelry and crafts from around the world, plus a little bit of everything else. The Market is also one of the top destinations for a quick and excellent lunch in Center City Philadelphia. More Info

2. Philadelphia Museum of Art

Rising majestically at the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the Philadelphia Museum of Art stands among the great art institutions of the world. In the almost 125 years since its founding, the museum has grown far beyond the goals originally set for it. Today the Museum houses over 300,000 works of art encompassing some of the greatest achievements of human creativity, and offers a wealth of exhibitions and education programs for the public of all ages. More Info

1. Independence National Historical Park

Well, of course! Our nation began in Philadelphia when on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was ratified by members of the Second Continental Congress. Philadelphia is home to some of the most historic buildings and symbols of our liberty. In Independence National Historical Park you can tour Independence Hall, view the Liberty Bell, explore Franklin Court - the site of the home of Benjamin Franklin and visit the house where Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag. More Info