Where to Go
What to See:
Independence National Historical Park (FF) – Discover the birthplace of the United States of America and see the iconic Liberty Bell – www.nps.gov/inde/index.htm
Betsy Ross House (FF) – Tour the 18th century house where the American flag was born – www.historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/what-to-see/
Citizens Bank Park (FF) – Home of the Philadelphia Phillies. Click here for “Atlantic Derm Night at the Ballpark” discounted ticket information | Philadelphia Phillies -vs- Atlanta Braves | Friday, April 24, 2015 | 7:05 PM
Franklin Square (FF) – Family fun in historic Philadelphia with a playground, carousel, and miniature golf – www.historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/what-to-see/
Reading Terminal Market – The nation’s oldest continuously operating farmers’ markets housed under the historic trainshed of the Reading Terminal – www.readingterminalmarket.org
Italian Market – The country’s oldest and largest outdoor market – www.phillyitalianmarket.com
Philadelphia Museum of Art – One of the largest art museums with “world-class holdings of European and American paintings, prints, drawings, and decorative arts.” Special exhibitions during the ADC will include: Ink and Gold: Art of the Kano, Represent: 200 Year of African American Art, and Cy Twombly: Sculptures. – www.philamuseum.org
Rodin Museum – The largest collection of Auguste Rodin’s work outside of Paris – www.rodinmuseum.org
Mutter Museum – Museum of medical history that displays beautifully preserved collection of anatomical specimen, models and instruments – www.collegeofphysicians.org
The Barnes Foundation – One of the finest collections of Post-Impressionist and early Modern paintings in the world with extensive works by Renoir, Matisse, Picasso, and Cezanne – www.barnesfoundation.org
Admission will be complimentary and open to all who attend the Saturday night function.
Franklin Institute (FF) – A museum that is dedicated to making science fun for the whole family – www.fi.edu
Philadelphia Zoo (FF) – America’s first zoo with the brand new KidZooU – www.philadelphiazoo.org
Please Touch Museum (FF) – Award-winning children’s museum is among the nation’s largest and is housed in historic Memorial Hall – www.pleasetouchmuseum.org
Click here for discounted Please Touch Museum tickets for Atlantic Derm Conference attendees and their families
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University (FF) – Wander among dinosaur skeletons, explore a butterfly habitat, and watch scientists work in a Fossil Prep Lab. Children can discover the “great outdoors” with a visit to the hands-on discovery center. The International Orchid Show will transform the diorama halls into an orchid paradise during the weekend of the ADC! – www.ansp.org. Click here for Atlantic Derm discounted ticket information
Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse (FF) – A 16,000 square foot playhouse, 6.5 acres of outdoor space, and home to the 100 year-old Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide – www.smithplayground.org
Schuylkill Banks/Schuylkill River Trail (FF) – Bike, run, walk, picnic, or skateboard along miles of trails along the river. Don’t forget to check out the new urban boardwalk – www.schuylkillbanks.org – www.schuylkillrivertrail.com
Where to Eat:
Best Philly Cheesesteaks:
No description needed. You just gotta have one!
Jim’s Steaks – 4th and South Streets
Pat’s King of Steaks – 1237 East Passyunk Ave
Geno’s Steaks – 1219 South 9th Street
Tony Luke’s Cheesesteaks – 39 E. Oregon Ave (a little further, but you can also grab a Tony Luke’s cheesesteak at the Phillies Atlantic Derm Night at Citizen’s bank park on Friday night)
Dalessandro’s Steaks – 600 Wendover Street
Campo’s Deli – 214 Market Street
Family Friendly options (FF):
Nomad Pizza – Artisan pizza with a unique atmosphere – www.nomadpizzaco.com
Kanella – Authentic Greek-Cypriot kitchen in Washington Square West, BYOB, excellent brunch menu
Villa di Roma – “Good old-fashioned spaghetti joint” in the heart of the Italian Market with the best “gravy” in town – www.italianmarketphilly.org/restaurants/villa-di-roma/
South Street Souvlaki – Serving inexpensive, award-winning Greek and Mediterranean food for 23 years. A South Street institution where you can eat in or walk up to their take-out window –www.southstreetsouvlaki.com
Franklin Fountain – Handmade ice cream in an astounding number of flavors – www.franklinfountain.com
Favorite brunch spots:
Sabrina’s Café (FF): – Where Philly goes for brunch and comfort food for the whole family – www.sabrinascafe.com
High Street on Market – The rise of artisan bread, ranked second by Bon Appetit in its “Hottest Top 10 Restaurants 2014” – www.highstreetonmarket.com
Morning Glory Diner (FF): – Eclectic diner in the heart of Bella Vista – www.themorningglorydiner.com
Honey’s Sit and Eat (FF): – Serving Southern classic’s with a Jewish twist, featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. – www.honeyssitneat.com
Fitzwater Café (FF): – Delectable, no-frills, American breakfast with an Italian and Mexican flair
Best food:
Amis – A quintessential Roman-style trattoria (with a great American soundtrack) deemed one of the “Top Ten Places for Pasta in the US” by Bon Appetit – www.amisphilly.com
Amada – The best Spanish tapas in Philadelphia, a Jose Garces masterpiece – Philadelphia.amadarestaurant.com
Morimoto – Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s sushi heaven – www.morimotorestaurant.com
Osteria – Paying homage to osterias of Northern Italy, Vetri’s stalwart was named one of Bon Appetit’s “10 Hottest New Restaurants” in 2007 and Epicurious lauded the Parma pizza one of the “10 Top U.S. Pizzas” – www.osteriaphilly.com
Vetri – Marc Vetri’s flagship restaurant is one of the most acclaimed and influential Italian restaurants in the nation – www.vetriristorante.com
Other good eats:
Dim Sum Garden (FF): – Where chefs go to eat after closing, the Shanghai soup dumplings are a must-try – www.dimsumphilly.com
Estia – Greek cuisine with an outstanding selection of fresh fish and seafood – www.estiarestaurant.com
Federal Donuts – Fried chicken and world-class donuts in limited but extraordinary flavors – www.federaldonuts.com
Han Dynasty – Celebrated Szechaun cuisine, featured in the Travel Channel and Food Network, look for new outposts in New York and Beverly Hills – www.handynasty.net
Indeblue – Modern, traditional, and haute: the Indian restaurant that Indians recommend – www.indebluerestaurant.com
Sampan – Chef Michael Schulson’s oasis of contemporary Asian small plates – www.sampanphilly.com
Tequila’s Los Catrines – Authentic, creative, upscale Mexican food whose owner grew up amongst agave farmers and tequila producers – www.tequilasphilly.com
Vietnam Restaurant – Exquisitely prepared cuisine in a casual environment at the edge of Chinatown – www.eatatvietnam.com
Vernick Food and Drink – Simple yet refined New American cuisine – www.vernickphilly.com
Great places for cocktails:
Franklin Mortgage Investment Company – Best speakeasy cocktails in Philly, named after the actual front for the largest alcohol ring I the U.S. in the 1920s – 112 South 18th Street
Hop Sing Laundromat – Best cocktails in Chinatown – 1029 Race Street
Ranstead Room – A place that Don Draper would frequent, dark with very strong drinks – 2013 Ranstead Street
Rouge – The real housewives of Philadelphia would sip cocktails here – 205 South 18th Street
1 Tippling Place – Great old-time cocktails – 1006 Chestnut Street
10 Arts Lounge at the Ritz – A large space, great for a large group – 10 South Broad Street
Best outdoor places for a drink:
Stratus Bar – Roof deck of the Monaco Hotel with outdoor and indoor seating – 433 Chestnut Street
City Tap House – Large outdoor space with fire pits – 3925 Walnut Street
Serafina – Great spot for people watching – 130 South 18th Street
Frankford Hall – German biergarden with a modern edge – 1210 Frankford Avenue
TirNaNog – Irish pub, good outdoor option for a larger party – 1600 Arch Street
Best bars for a beer:
Monks – The best beer bar in Philly – 264 South 16th Street
Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant – Great, casual Irish pub – 247 South 17th Street
The Standard Tap – Worth the trip to Northern Liberties – 901 North 2nd Street
Eulogy Belgian Tavern – Largest selection of beer in the city – 136 Chestnut Street
Bru – German bierhall action in Center City – 1318 Chestnut Street
Best nightclubs:
G Lounge – 111 South 17th Street
Rumor – Modern nightclub with multiple rooms, DJs, bars, and a VIP section – 1500 Sansom Street
Upstairs at Time – Parisian-style nightclub spinning old and new favorites – 1315 Sansom Street