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The Visit Philadelphia staff is a gloriously diverse one. We have different interests, different talents and different perspectives. But one thing we all have in common is a serious passion for Philadelphia and an insatiable desire to discover and rediscover its awesomeness.
It’s our job to know this history-rich, sports-loving, cheesesteak-slinging, art-filled, wildly walkable, unquestionably quirky town inside and out. And we do.
Is brunch at Green Eggs Cafe worth the wait? Where can you get awesome fried chicken in sandwich and/or bucket form? What’s the best seat in the house at Frabika?
Our staff scoured the city during overnight hotel stays to find the answers to these questions and so many others.
Here’s how to pack light and plan big for Philly, according to 13 Visit Philly staffers.
Note: This article was last updated on July 28, 2022.
Deputy Chief of Staff and dog-obsessed city dweller
George Washington's Headquarters Tent at the Museum of the American Revolution — Photo courtesy Museum of the American Revolution
The Notary Hotel — Photo courtesy The Notary Hotel
Senior Director, Digital Content & Strategy and VISIT PHILADELPHIA’s resident guitar player
Barnes Foundation — Photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia
Loews Philadelphia Hotel — Photo courtesy the Loews Philadelphia
Social Media Coordinator and world’s biggest David Bowie fan
AKA University City — Photo courtesy AKA University City
Director of Social Media, Innovation and keeping his dog happy
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
Social Media Manager and sensational shopper
— Photo by Farah
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square — Photo courtesy Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Fabrika — Photo courtesy Fabrika
Fabrika / Old City — Photos by Jabari
Hotel Program Director, Harry Potter super fan and gal about town
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia / Independence Seaport Museum — Photos by Jasmine
Senior Digital Content Manager and on-the-go fun-seeker
National Constitution Center — Photo courtesy the National Constitution Center
Independence Beer Garden — Photo by M. Fischetti for Visit Philadelphia
Director of Photo and Video and biking enthusiast
The Franklin Institute — Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia
The Fitler Club — Photo courtesy The Fitler Club
Research Analytics Manager and soccer mega fan
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours — Photo courtesy Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
Aloft Philadelphia Hotel — Photo courtesy Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
Vice President of Content and major food and drink enthusiast
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens / Brauhaus Schmitz — Photos by Cathy
Guild House Hotel — Photo by J. Varney
Vice President of IT and Philly sports fanatic
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square — Photo courtesy Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Stakeholder Relations Specialist and gospel singer extraordinaire
Attico Rooftop Bar & Restaurant at Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center CIty — Photo courtesy Attico
Live! Casino Hotel Philadelphia — Photo courtesy Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Are you ready to celebrate magic in Philadelphia?
This spring and summer, treat yourself — and your fellow Wizarding World fans — to the Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package, which includes free hotel parking, two untimed tickets to the world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition and overnight hotel accommodations (while supplies last).
University City Dining Days, Shakespeare in Clark Park, East Passyunk Car Show and Street Festival...