PHILADELPHIA - The Academy of Music in Philadelphia opened its doors on January 26, 1857, but it had already been in operation for 18 years.

PHILADELPHIA - The National Liberty Museum is located in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district. The museum's mission is to inspire civic responsibility, good character, and respect for all people. The museum offers exhibitions that breed thought and emotion throughout its four floors.

PHILADELPHIA - In Center City, John F. Collins Park is a beautiful pocket park with ivy-covered walls and benches. Guests can enjoy the view from a cascading fountain and take in the scenery. It's a lovely place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you're planning a wedding, this park is the perfect location for a small and intimate ceremony.

PHILADELPHIA - You can visit Edgar Allan Poe's house in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for free. You might even find a few hidden treasures. The house was home to Poe and his wife, Virginia Clemm, and it is now a National Historic Site.

PHILADELPHIA - You might have heard of Bartram's Garden, but have you visited it? This beautiful Garden is located in Wissahickon Valley Park and offers free boating and community gardening experiences. Members can enjoy sunset paddles on Tuesdays.

PHILADELPHIA - "Pavilion in the Trees" is an architectural marvel. The roof is curved to reflect the curvature of the sky above the earth, and the canopy catches light and breeze. The wood and steel grids give you a bird's eye view of the city. A beautiful view of the city awaits you, so be sure to explore it! This is a hidden gem that not everyone knows about.

PHILADELPHIA - There's a secret place in Philadelphia that is just as authentic and delicious as it is historical. The 9th Street Italian Market, a 10-block historic market, has been a Philadelphia favorite for more than a century, and it's not hard to see why. This place is not only a great place to find delicious food, but it also has a visitor center and food vendors.

PHILADELPHIA - Located on the University of Pennsylvania's campus, James G. Kaskey Memorial Park is an ecological oasis surrounded by campus buildings. The BioPond, cascading waterfall, and singing birds are among the highlights of this hidden park. This beautiful park has been a sanctuary for city dwellers and wildlife for over a century.

PHILADELPHIA - The Reading Terminal Market is the best-kept secret in a city full of tourist attractions. One of the oldest in the US, this Market is hidden under a train shed. It was once an open market but was moved indoors to improve sanitation and street overcrowding. The owners hoped that foot traffic around the trains would boost business. However, the railroad company folded in 1976, leaving only a few food vendors.

South Philly - In the heart of the Pennsport neighborhood in Philadelphia's South Philadelphia, Cake & Joe is a new dessert and coffee shop that offers specialty beverages, coffee, gourmet hot chocolate, draft-cold brew, and afternoon tea. The café offers a selection of gourmet cakes and single-serve slices for breakfast and lunch, as well as catering for special occasions.