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Museum of Illusions Philadelphia

Get ready to experience the impossible at Museum of Illusions Philly! With over 50 optical illusions, holograms, hands-on exhibits, and immersive rooms, guests of all ages will enjoy some eye-fooling fun while also learning about vision and perception. Your eyes will be in a constant battle with your brain as you make your way through this one-of-a-kind experience. And don't forget your camera! You'll want to capture those wild moments as you appear to defy gravity and walk on walls! Located in the heart of Old City, Museum of Illusions is just steps away from iconic institutions like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, making it the perfect destination to round out your day in the City of Brotherly Love. A mind-bending adventure awaits at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia!

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Jackson Township

Six Flags Great Adventure

Six Flags Great Adventure is your ticket to adrenaline and family fun in New Jersey. There's live shows, delicious dining spots, and rides the whole family can enjoy. If you're looking for something extreme, then you'll find it here. The park is home to extreme coasters inspired by DC characters – they'll leave your knuckles white and your lungs empty from screaming.

Easton

Crayola Experience Easton

Crayola Experience Chandler in Easton, Pennsylvania is a great place for kids to get creative in a waxy way! Now, it's bigger, brighter and bolder than ever, with a host of new attractions. The colorful adventures of Crayola Experience help kids and adults alike explore art and technology, express their creativity, and experience color in a whole new way.

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Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Hop around the city of Philly on a handy bus tour

Camden

Battleship New Jersey

The Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial regularly ranks as one of the best museums in NJ, one of the best things to do in Philadelphia, and serves as an entertaining attraction in New Jersey for families. Not only do you see exhibits of artifacts from the largest battleship’s past, but you are put into the exhibit as you go through the tour route. Sit in the chair from which Admiral Halsey commanded the biggest battleship and the 5th Fleet. Stretch out on the bunks where the sailors slept. Climb into the 16” gun turret and learn how the projectiles were loaded. The New Jersey is one of the most interactive U.S. battleship museums.

Allentown

America On Wheels Museum

America On Wheels Museum is an automotive museum in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, with a collection of over 75 unique classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles displayed across a spacious gallery floor. The diverse array of iconic vehicles from 19th and 20th-century American life gives the museum experience a nostalgic charm, while artifacts and themed exhibitions throughout the museum keep you busy with facts and other cool things to check out. The lineup of vintage vehicles changes every six months, so no two visits to the museum are ever the same. There are also displays and interactive activities for children, including a model kid’s garage and gas station that allow for lots of hands-on fun. The museum also hosts a variety of special events and pop-up exhibits throughout the year, so keep an eye out for unique upcoming things to catch during your visit.

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Museum of the American Revolution

The Museum of American Revolution is a museum in Philadelphia which explores the story of American independence. The museum was opened in 2017 on the anniversary of the first battle of the war, which took place in 1775.

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Langhorne

Sesame Place

A Sesame Street theme park? Yes, please! Hang out with Big Bird, Elmo, and the gang from the much-loved TV show. This family-friendly theme park features rides, themed lands and meet-and-greets with your favorite characters. It's a surefire kid-pleaser!

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Philadelphia City Cards

Explore the City of Brotherly Love at your leisure and save money with City Cards Philadelphia

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia is a large indoor activity center, located in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. It houses 10 LEGO®-themed play areas, including a laser maze and a 4D cinema experience.

West Berlin

Big Kahuna's Water Park - New Jersey

Make a splash at the biggest water park in New Jersey

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Penn Museum

Penn Museum is an archaeology and anthropology museum that is part of the University of Pennsylvania. It is located on Penn's campus in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia.

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Reading Terminal Market

Explore a large indoor market offering a variety of food in Philadelphia

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Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia

In the city where freedom rings, it is free to rock at Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia. Just blocks away from the birthplace of America, Independence Hall, and located in the historic Reading terminal train station, this popular downtown nightspot is one of our favorites. Take in the sights of Philadelphia and then celebrate independence and our great nation at our Cafe. It is impossible to not feel like a star while dining with us in Philadelphia. Take a se at in our plush booths and savor the food or lounge on the Victorian style couches or high back chairs in the bar area while sipping on some handcrafted cocktails. Memorabilia of music greats like Jim Morrison, Elton John, The Beatles, and Joan Jett will surround our guests no matter where in the Cafe.

Historic Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

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Philadelphia City Tours

Experience the City of Brotherly Love with a city tour of Philadelphia!

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Philadelphia Cruises

Cruise Philly's iconic rivers and skyline on a boat

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Independence Visitor Center

Philadelphia Sightseeing Tour's kiosk is located at the Independence Visitor Center, at 6th & Market Street, around the corner from the Liberty Bell. It is where you can pick up your hop-on, hop-off bus ticket that is part of the Sightseeing Flex Pass.

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Betsy Ross House

Located in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district, just a few blocks from the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House is a gateway back to the Revolutionary Period. Step inside and be transported back to the 18th century at the birth of the nation. Join a self-guided tour and learn about the nation's most famous flagmaker.

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