The Liberty Bell, a 2,000-pound piece of American history and represents freedom in the city where the Declaration of Independence was crafted.
SSSA Annual Conference
July 11-13, 2025, Soneta Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Things to Do
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Things to See
Rocky Statue
The larger-than-life bronze statue standing at the base of the steps to the Philadelphia Museum of Art has become an essential stop on any visit to the hometown of fictional fighter Rocky Balboa.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest public art galleries in the United States.
The Franklin Institute Science Museum
One of the country’s first science museums, the Franklin Institute takes its name from inventor and former Philadelphia
Congress Hall in Philadelphia
Congress Hall played an important role in the history of the United States.
Betsy Ross House
George Washington supposedly asked Betsy Ross to stitch the first-ever American flag.
Love Park
Located in downtown Philadelphia, the John F. Kennedy Plaza is better known as LOVE Park, after Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture
National Constitution Center
Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, the National Constitution Center is dedicated to honoring the Constitution.
Reading Terminal Market
One of Philadelphia’s oldest and most popular destinations for food lovers, Reading Terminal Market has catered to hungry travelers.
Penn’s Landing
The waterfront area served as the 1682 landing spot for William Penn, founder of the Pennsylvania colony, making it a must-see spot for any history buff.
Philadelphia Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo is perfect for families with kids looking for a break from historical sites.
Where to Eat
Distance from Sonesta Rittenhouse Square Hotel is in parenthesis.
Quick Bites
- 7-Eleven
1601 JFK Blvd, Suburban Station - Bubby’s Brisket
103 North 15th Street (0.4 mile) - Coco Grille
1735 Market Street (0.1 mile) - Healthy Picks
23 South 19th Street (0.1 mile) - Huda
32 South 18th Street (0.1 mile) - Jimmy John’s
44 South 17th Street (0.2 mile) - Konditori Coffee
40 South 17th Street (0.2 mile) - Kook Burger & Bar
2102 Market Street (0.3 mile) - Matt and Marie’s Logan Square
100 North 18th (0.2 mile) - Nook Creamery and Bakery
South 20th Street (0.1 mile) - Old Nelson
2000 Chestnut Street (0.3 mile) - Pete’s Famous Pizza
116 North 21st Street (0.4 mile) - Schlesinger’s Jewish Deli
1521 Locust Street (0.5 mile) - Shake Shack
2000 Sansom (0.3 mile) - Vibrant Coffee Roaster
222 West Rittenhouse Square (0.4 mile) - Wawa
1707 Arch Street (0.3 mile)
Philadelphia Soft Pretzels
- Philly Pretzel Factory
1600 John F Kennedy Blvd (0.2 mile) - Auntie Anne’s
1625 Chestnut St Space 206 (0.1 mile) - Wetzel’s Pretzels
1101 Market Street (0.8 mile)
Philly’s Most Famous Cheesesteaks
- Campos
214 Market Street (1.4 miles) - Chubby’s Steaks
5826 Henry Avenue (6.5 miles) - Dalessandro’s Steaks
600 Wendover Street (6.5 miles) - Jim’s South St.
400 South St 19147 (1.8 miles) - John’s Roast Pork
14 E Snyder Ave (3.5 miles) - Geno’s Steaks
1219 S 9th St (2.0 miles) - Pat’s King of Steaks
1237 East Passyunk Avenue (2.0 miles) - Tony and Nick’s Steaks
39 E Oregon Ave (3.9 miles)
Philly Cheesesteaks – Walking Distance from the Sonesta
- Bubby’s Brisket
103 N 15th Street (0.4 mile) - Cleavers
108 South 18th Street (0.4 mile) - Philly Steak Co.
1701 John F Kennedy Blvd (0.4 mile) - Pardon My Cheesesteak
116 South 11th Street (0.4 mile) - Pete’s Famous Pizza
116 North 21st Street (0.4 mile) - Philly Steak and Pizzeria
1027 Filbert Street (0.7 mile) - Taste Cheesesteak Bar
1809 JFK Blvd Suite B (0.4 mile) - Shay’s Steaks
200 N 16th Street (0.4 mile)