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Temple University

1910 Liacouras Walk
Third Floor
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122 USA
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Area Attractions

Attraction	Description
Philadelphia Zoo	America's first zoo minutes away from Temple University! Located on a 42-acre Victorian garden that is home to more than 1300 animals, many of them rare and endangered.
Philadelphia Museum of Art	Run up the museum steps, Rocky style! Rising majestically at the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the Philadelphia Museum of Art stands among the great art institutions of the world. In the almost 125 years since its founding, the museum has grown far beyond the goals originally set for it. Today the Museum houses over 300,000 works of art encompassing some of the greatest achievements of human creativity, and offers a wealth of exhibitions and education programs for the public of all ages.
Reading Terminal Market	A uniquely Philadelphia experience, Reading Terminal is an indoor market founded in 1892. A fabulous place to eat and explore various cuisines, The Reading Terminal Market features fresh meats, poultry, produce and seafood; Amish specialties; and unique, hand-made pottery, jewelry and crafts from around the world, plus a little bit of everything else. Often featured on Food Network and other TV shows, Reading Terminal is a can't miss spot for anyone who likes to eat!
Eastern State Penitentiary	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Known for its grand architecture and strict discipline, this was the world’s first true “penitentiary,” a prison designed to inspire penitence, or true regret, in the hearts of convicts. Tours today include the cellblocks, solitary punishment cells, Al Capone’s Cell, and Death Row
Penn's Landing Waterfront	Penn's Landing is the city's waterfront park and host of more than 70 different family events during the summer such as multicultural festivals, children's theater, and concerts. There is also a Seaport Museum, Restaurants and tours available in this area.
National Constitution Center	The National Constitution Center in historic Philadelphia is America's most interactive history museum. Located just two blocks from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, it is the only museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution and the story of we, the people.
SugarHouse Casino	Brand new casino right here in Philadelphia! All the slots and table games you love, with restaurants and bars inside. And right when you want to play – we're open 24 hours. With convenient access to public transportation and free parking, it's easy to get here.
South Street	Known as Philadelphia's liveliest and funkiest strip, the street has more than 300 stores and restaurants. Includes the Pat's and Geno's World Famous Cheesesteaks, and plenty of great Philadelphia souvenirs!
Independence National Historical Park	One of the most famous square miles in the United States, the park is home to the Liberty Bell, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Independence Hall.
Avenue of the Arts Shopping	Did you know that Philadelphia is one of the greatest shopping cities on the east coast? The Avenue of the Arts is home to some of the top boutiques and retailers in the industry. Is shopping one of your favorite past times? Well let us here at The Avenue of the Arts provide you with endless possibilities on all kinds of categories of fun things to shop for! Go ahead…spoil yourself in all that our exciting shops can treat you to. You deserve it!