Guidebook for Philadelphia

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Guidebook for Philadelphia

Food Scene

This swanky Asian-fusion restaurant is a local favorite. You are bound to see some UPenn elite if you dine here on a weeknight. Try the spicy tuna crispy rice!
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Pod
3636 Sansom St
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This swanky Asian-fusion restaurant is a local favorite. You are bound to see some UPenn elite if you dine here on a weeknight. Try the spicy tuna crispy rice!

Drinks & Nightlife

Delicious food and an expansive draft list catapult this spot to the top of the Penn nightlife scene. Outdoor seating around fire-pits showcase views of Penn's campus across walnut street.
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City Tap House University City
3925 Walnut St
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Delicious food and an expansive draft list catapult this spot to the top of the Penn nightlife scene. Outdoor seating around fire-pits showcase views of Penn's campus across walnut street.

Parks & Nature

This tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia is a ten minute walk from the apartment. It's a perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee from the iconic (and nearby) Green Line Cafe. The farmers' market offers delicious produce and treats on Saturday mornings.
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Clark Park
4300-4398 Baltimore Ave
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This tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia is a ten minute walk from the apartment. It's a perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee from the iconic (and nearby) Green Line Cafe. The farmers' market offers delicious produce and treats on Saturday mornings.

Essentials

You'll get a true taste for West Philadelphia at this grocery store adjacent UPenn. This grocery store is but two blocks from the apartment.
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The Fat Chicken
2355 S Bucknell St
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You'll get a true taste for West Philadelphia at this grocery store adjacent UPenn. This grocery store is but two blocks from the apartment.

Sightseeing

This was the first penitentiary in the USA. The guided audio tour is amazing and worth the trip. It's also very close to the Philly Art Museum and Rocky Steps.
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Penitenciaría del Estado del Este
2027 Fairmount Ave
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This was the first penitentiary in the USA. The guided audio tour is amazing and worth the trip. It's also very close to the Philly Art Museum and Rocky Steps.
University of Pennsylvania is the nation's first University. To get a feel for the architecture and overall vibe of the University, walk east on Locust Walk from 40th street. You will be on college green before you reach 34th street.
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University of Pennsylvania
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University of Pennsylvania is the nation's first University. To get a feel for the architecture and overall vibe of the University, walk east on Locust Walk from 40th street. You will be on college green before you reach 34th street.

Getting Around

Access to both Amtrak and SEPTA lines at this station
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30th Street Station
2955 Market St
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Access to both Amtrak and SEPTA lines at this station

Entertainment & Activities

Tuesday is discount day: get tickets for $5.50 and discounts on concessions.
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Cinemark University City Penn 6
4012 Walnut St
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Tuesday is discount day: get tickets for $5.50 and discounts on concessions.