Ben & Casey
Explore Philly
Take a walk through Rittenhouse Square
One of five original squares planned by city founder William Penn in the late 17th century, Rittenhouse Square is one of our favorite places to take a weekend walk with Lady and grab a drink. You can hang out for a picnic in the grass amongst the trees or swing by one of the restaurants that line the east side of the square (Parc is our favorite).
Visit Philly's most artistic mile
The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is Philadelphia’s most artistic mile (and our neighborhood). Some of the city’s most important cultural institutions are housed here, including the Barnes Foundation, The Franklin Institute, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the Rodin Museum, and the crowning Philadelphia Museum of Art. If you're not a museum person, we recommend taking in the view from the top of the Art Museum's steps or walking around behind the museum to see the various statues and sculptures that lead you down to the Schuylkill River.
Get patriotic at Independence Hall
Birthplace of the Consitution and the Declaration of Independence there is plenty of history to soak up at this 3-block section of Old City. Buildings and structures include the National Constitution Center, the Independence Visitor Center, Free Quaker Meetinghouse, President's House Memorial, and the Liberty Bell Center. Don't forget to hydrate and grab a beer at Independence Beer Garden (west of the Liberty Bell).
Schuylkill River Trail & Kelly Drive
Walk this multi-use trail along the banks of The Schuylkill River from Gray's Ferry all the way out to Kelly Drive. We like to find a nice picnic spot along the river past Boathouse Row.
Philadelphia's most beautiful building
This is not a fact, but City Hall is definitely Ben's pick for Philly's most beautiful building. It serves as the seat of the municipal government of the City of Philadelphia, housing the chambers of the Philadelphia City Council and the offices of the Mayor of Philadelphia. It also has a 37ft tall statue of William (Billy) Penn at the top of it. Dilworth Park and Love Park are also close by.
Dinner & Drinks
Dinner: Parc Sampan Harp and Crown Tria Rittenhouse The Dandelion Urban Farmer El Vez Abe Fisher Vernick Mission Taqueria Double Knot Barbuzzo Pizzeria Beddia Alpen Rose Village Whiskey Branzino Estia Barcelona Wine Bar Bing Bing Dim Sum Wm. Mulherin's Sons Drinks: Assembly Rooftop Lounge Ranstead Room Giuseppe & Sons (downstairs) Spin (ping pong bar) Frankford Hall JG Skyhigh Lounge (top of the four seasons) Independence Beer Garden