Thorofare Things to Do

Chestnut Street is perfect for window shopping. With plenty of great stores, such as Boyd's, Maron Chocolates and Shops at Liberty Place, you can lose track of time. Not only are there a lot of stores, a 10 block section has be... more

Known as the oldest residential street in the country, Elfreth's Alley boasts nearly 30 houses dating from the early 18th to 19th centuries, most generally middle-class homes of merchants and small businessmen. The colonial lo... more

In 1789, Library Hall became the first library which opened to the public, the predecessor to the Library of Congress. The hall was refurbished during the 1950s and today holds an excess of books from the Philosophical Hall col... more

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is the new home of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Accommodated within the center is Verizon Hall for orchestral presentations, the Perelman Theater for chamber music concerts, Innovation S... more

Simple elegance and classic cocktails make Happy Rooster one of Philadelphia's most popular martini bars. Add in white-tuxedoed bartenders and waiters and one almost feels like being on the set for Casablanca. Though the bar is... more

Neon beer signs, car parts, narrow booths and outrageous drinking decorate this watering hole. A large jazz selection on the jukebox. What this joint lacks in sophistication and décor, its crowd more than makes up for in unpret... more

If you're coming to Philadelphia from New Jersey, consider a trip across the Delaware River on the ferry. It's faster and more pleasant than a drive across any of the five bridges, and you don't have to worry about parking. Tic... more

The epitome of an industrial techno blast, other clubs have been green with Envy since its inception. In the vibrantly colored first floor lounge, tables and seating surround a large bar. However, one floor up puts you in a dif... more

Washington Square, originally known as Congo Square, is one of William Penn's original five city squares. In colonial times, Black men and women were brought to this area before they were sold into bondage and transported to th... more

Experience Philadelphia's history by traveling like a colonial aristocrat aboard one of 76 Carriage Company's stylish coaches. Journey back in time on a magical carriage ride on the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia's Nationa... more