- The list below includes 225 free or cheap things to do in or near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Neighborhoods and Colleges & Universities.
- From Independence National Historical Park to University of Pennsylvania, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Philadelphia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chester, Cherry Hill, Wilmington and Camden.
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Time is ticking as participants work together find the key to a secret office in this real-life room escape game
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One of Germantown's eight house museums, Cliveden is the site of the 1777 Battle of Germantown. The building is still riddled with marks of history and tours are offered to educate groups on the war, slavery, and the home owners.
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A fun place to drink, eat, and play, Xfinity Live offers everything from mechanical bull riding to an NBC sports arena. An ideal venue for planned parties, it offers live entertainment, beer hall, fire pit, and a western themed pub.
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222 N 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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The Franklin Institute Science Museum is a lively, hands-on museum and educational activity center for kids and adults alike. The museum, with its many interactive exhibits, planetarium, and theaters is open daily and on weekends.
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1455 Franklin Mills Circle, Philadelphia, PA 19154
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An attraction for both residents and visitors, the Franklin Mills Mall has over 200 popular stores. The mall has movie theaters, popular restaurants, high-end clothing retailers, electronics stores, and a huge skate park to suit every member of your family.
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The Hard Rock Café in Philadelphia offers fun, food, and music for the whole family. A themed menu, music memorabilia, and live entertainment from bands and the wait staff all make Hard Rock one of the biggest restaurant attractions in the city.
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The Electric Factory is one of the most popular indoor music venues in the nation. From rock and rap, to pop and techno, this venue offers shows for every music taste.
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Accredited by the American Zoological and Aquarium Association, the Adventure Aquarium is a massive attraction that features numerous exhibits, meetings with biologists, and even the only display of Great Hammerhead sharks in the United States. There are also hands-on exhibits within seven touch areas.
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The tours on the Battleship New Jersey try to be very interactive. Guests to the historical ship are able to walk along the passageways, tight spaces, and main deck with the ability to also visit the deep interior that involves climbing some of the ship's ladders.
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Children and families are both welcome at the Camden Children's Garden that encourages knowledge of the natural world. The four-acre horticulture garden provides experiences for imaginative play and creative learning.
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Wiggins Park Marina is not just a marina where boats can be docked for the day or season, but also features a stage for outdoor concerts. On non-event days the spot is ideal for strolls, picnics and barbecues.