January in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in January. Typical daytime highs around 43°F (6°C).
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Where to eat
Where to eat in Philadelphia
01
Reading Terminal Market
Open since 1893 under a former train shed. Pennsylvania Dutch counters, roast pork sandwiches, and no seats to speak of.
02Vetri Cucina
Chef Marc Vetri's acclaimed Italian tasting-menu restaurant.
03Angelo's Pizzeria
South Philly pizzeria known for its thin-crust, well-done tomato pie.
04Pat's King of Steaks
One of the two originators of the Philly cheesesteak, serving South Philly since 1930.
05Friday Saturday Sunday
Longtime Rittenhouse fine-dining restaurant, relaunched under the team behind Townsend.
06Suraya
Fishtown Lebanese restaurant, cafe, and market built around a big garden patio.
07Laser Wolf
Fishtown Israeli shipudiya (skewer restaurant) from Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook.
08John's Roast Pork
South Philly sandwich shop and James Beard America's Classic, famous for its roast pork sandwich.
Ferris Wheel at Christmas Village in Philadelphia in LOVE Park
Aerial view of the Manayunk Bridge, now used by the Cynwyd Heritage Trail
Month by month
Philadelphia, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
February in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in February. Typical daytime highs around 46°F (8°C).
March in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in March. Typical daytime highs around 55°F (13°C).
- Washington DC Cherry Blossoms, Late March to mid-April 2027
- Madison Square Garden
- Beacon Theatre
- Apollo Theater
- 9:30 Club
- Carnegie Hall
April in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in April. One of the best months to visit Philadelphia. Typical daytime highs around 64°F (18°C).
- Washington DC Cherry Blossoms, Late March to mid-April 2027
- Madison Square Garden
- 9:30 Club
- Carnegie Hall
May in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in May. One of the best months to visit Philadelphia. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).
- Horseshoe Crabs & Red Knots, Mid-May to mid-June 2027
- Madison Square Garden
- Carnegie Hall
June in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in June. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).
- Horseshoe Crabs & Red Knots, Mid-May to mid-June 2027
- Beacon Theatre
- Apollo Theater
- 9:30 Club
August in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in August. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
September in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in September. One of the best months to visit Philadelphia. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).
October in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in October. One of the best months to visit Philadelphia. Typical daytime highs around 68°F (20°C).
November in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in November. Typical daytime highs around 57°F (14°C).
December in Philadelphia
What’s on in Philadelphia in December. Typical daytime highs around 46°F (8°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Philadelphia International (PHL).
Know before you go
- Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are both free but Independence Hall requires a timed ticket in peak season.
- The Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art are exactly as iconic - and exactly as touristy - as expected.
- Reading Terminal Market is the best single stop for a cross-section of the city's food.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Philadelphia?
The best time to visit Philadelphia is Apr–May & Sep–Oct, in United States.
Where is Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is in United States. The nearest major airport is Philadelphia International (PHL).
What is Philadelphia known for?
Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and a cheesesteak-and-sports culture that runs just as deep.
Nearby on Trailwind
More to see near Philadelphia.
01
Mutter Museum
02Liberty Bell
03Independence Hall
04Eastern State Penitentiary
05Cape May
06Statue of Liberty
07Ellis Island
08New York Stock Exchange
09Wall Street
10World Trade Center
11One World Trade Center
12Brooklyn Botanic Garden
13New York
14Film Forum
15Stonewall riots
16Interlingua
17Empire State Building
18New York Public Library (Rose Main Reading Room)
More places to explore
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