Roam around the manicured campus of the University of Pennsylvania.
Founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, the University of Pennsylvania is one of the most acclaimed universities within the nation and is the largest of the eight prestigious Ivy League schools. While it is a private institution, all are welcome — and encouraged — to roam around the pristine 302-acre-campus. From Franklin Field to College Hall, you can dive deeper into UPenn's history with this self-guided tour. And if you're interested in paying tribute to the stylized "Love" sculpture as pictured here, you can find it on campus at the intersection of Locust and Woodland Walks.
While the university's campus boasts with fascination, it also is home to sweeping views of the city's skyline. My advice? Bring a blanket along for the ride so you can roll it out and indulge in a little relaxation. And while you're at it, why not add a picnic to the mix? Thanks to the mesmerizing skyscrapers in the distance, you couldn't ask for a more picturesque backdrop.
Cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies in person at Citizens Bank Park.
Baseball fanatic or not, there's no doubt you'll have an amazing time at a Philadelphia Phillies game. With roaring fans, buckets full of shelled peanuts, and the top-rated mascot in all major sports, Phillie Phanatic, this will certainly be one experience you'll never forget.
Attend Movie Night at the Mann Center.
Located in the green oasis known as Fairmount Park, the multi-stage campus of the Mann Center offers a broad spectrum of communal fun for all to enjoy. Whether it's the beloved Movie Nights or compelling concert series, it's no surprise why this center is one of the city's most admired outdoor entertainment venues.
Shop the curb-side stands at the Italian Market.
Just one glimpse of the amazing array of products on display is all it takes to realize why the city's Italian Market is such a beloved hot spot. Spanning across 10 blocks, this produce haven has served as a South Philadelphia mainstay since the 19th century. Although it has an incredibly strong Italian heritage, this open-air market — the largest and oldest one in America — has experienced an exciting surge of international flavor over the last couple of decades, so expect to find ingredients from all across the globe.
