Escape to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for your next vacation and you'll be surrounded by dozens of captivating things to do. Peruse American, Asian, and European paintings, prints, drawings, and photographs at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy good old-fashioned family (and furry) fun at Sesame Place. Get in touch with your inner aquatic at Adventure Aquarium, home to incredible hands-on exhibits. Learn more about these and other attractions in the below list.

	Sesame Place	If you're looking for a family-friendly place to spend the day, look no further than Sesame Place. Hang out at Elmo's World where everyone will be tickled pink. Get wet and wild on one of many splash-filled water rides. Test your climbing skills at big, blue Cookie Mountain.
	Franklin Mills Mall	Hundreds of stores await your arrival at Franklin Mills Mall in Northeast Philadelphia. Save big at big-name outlets, including Banana Republic Factory Store, Levis Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Last Call Neiman Marcus, and Gymboree Outlet.
	Please Touch Museum	Discover six interactive exhibits at Please Touch Museum, which covers 38,000 square feet. City Capers features buildings from Philadelphia's skyline, plus a construction zone and medical center while Rainforest Rhythm is home to a tree house where kids can explore music from around the world.
	Philadelphia Museum of Art	More than 225,000 objects can be enjoyed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Delight in everything from the second largest collection of medieval arms and armor in the United States to Asian works of art that date back to the third millennium B.C. Prints, drawings, and photographs round out this well-rounded museum whose front steps were made famous in the movie "Rocky."
	PARX Casino	Based in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, PARX Casino invites you to try your luck at more than 3,500 slot machines. Or perhaps table games are more your thing. Choose from blackjack, roulette, three-card poker, craps, and midi-baccarat. What's more, PARX Casino features live thoroughbred racing.
	Historic Philadelphia	American history comes to life in downtown Philadelphia. Explore Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell then stop by the Historic Philadelphia Center where you can purchase tickets for tours to such popular spots as Franklin Square, Betsy Ross House, and Lights of Liberty.
	Adventure Aquarium	Formerly known as the New Jersey State Aquarium, Adventure Aquarium is chock full of hands-on aquatic exhibits. Check out everything from Seal Shores, Penguin Island, and Touch-A-Shark to Interactive Inlet, Rainforest Rendezvous, and Feather Ridge.
	Flyers Skate Zone	Operated under the umbrella of the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League, Flyers Skate Zone is a great destination for young aspiring hockey players and skaters of all types. Learn how to handle a stick and shoot a puck or just have fun gliding along the ice in a safe, comfortable environment.
	The Sportsplex	Located in Bucks County, the Sportsplex features more than 100,000 square feet of indoor space, which includes three roller hockey rinks that are designed for competitive hockey and indoor soccer events. The Sportsplex also encompasses the Mill Creek Picnic Grounds, which includes an Olympic sized pool, sand volleyball court, tether ball, miniature golf, and eight tennis courts.
	The Peddler's Village	Take a trip back in time by visiting Peddler's Village in Bucks County. This family-friendly destination is comprised of colonial-style buildings, picturesque gardens, unique shops, and classic restaurants. And don't forget to leave room in your schedule for Giggleberry Fair.
	USS New Jersey	Once commanded by Admiral Halsey, the USS New Jersey is America's most decorated battleship. Tour this museum and you'll get an up-close-and-personal look at prized artifacts, plus you'll be able to stretch out on the bunks where actual sailors once slept and climb into the gun turret to see how projectiles were loaded.
	SugarHouse Casino	Great gaming action is available 24 hours a day right in the City of Brotherly Love at SugarHouse Casino. Take advantage of a wide range of top table games along with the hottest slots, from penny games to big bills. They even offer progressives and video poker.
	Philadelphia Sports Teams	A visit to Philadelphia would not be complete without checking out a professional sporting event. Stop by Citizens Bank Park where the Philadelphia Phillies play their special brand of Major League Baseball. Lincoln Financial Field is home to the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. The Wells Fargo Center is the place to catch a Philadelphia 76ers National Basketball Association contest or a Philadelphia Flyers hockey match.