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 | Independence National Historical Park, located in downtown (called "Center City"), Philadelphia, is often referred to as the birthplace of our nation. At the park, visitors can see the Liberty Bell, an international symbol of freedom, and Independence Hall, a World Heritage Site where both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were created. In addition, the park interprets events and the lives of the diverse population during the years when Philadelphia was the capital of the United States from 1790 to 1800. A section of the park where Benjamin Franklin's home once stood is dedicated to teaching about Franklin's life and accomplishments. Spanning approximately 45 acres, the park has about 20 buildings open to the public. <P> |
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| Area Accommodations |
|  | Hamanassett Bed & Breakfast - Chester Heights, PA
C.1856 Luxury boutique B&B providing highly personalized service. Romantic accommodations with amenities expected by today's traveler. Near all Brandywine Valley attractions but a world away.
Price Range: $130 - $400
Web Site: http://www.hamanassett.com/ |
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| | | | B&Bs / Inns | | Sweetwater Farm - Relaxing and peaceful - historic 50 acre estate with elegant accommodations & gourmet breakfast. Pool, heated spa, horses, goats, pond and porches. 12 rooms including 5 child and pet friendly cottages | | Hotels/Motels | |  | Waynebrook Inn - Honey Brook, PA
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
Web Site: www.WaynebrookInn.com |
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| | B&Bs / Inns | |  | Whistling Swan Inn - Stanhope, NJ
Nestled in the beautiful Skylands Region of New Jersey, the house now known as The Whistling Swan Inn was built in 1905 by Justice of the Peace, Daniel Best, for his wife, Sarah. Come visit Northwest NJ's finest Victorian Inn Voted "Top Ten B&B in US" by Inn Traveler Magazine
Web Site: http://www.whistlingswaninn.com |
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| Restaurant | | | Waynebrook Inn - Honey Brook, PA
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
Web Site: www.WaynebrookInn.com |
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| Independence National Historical Park Activity - Social Studies Field Trips. Independence National Historical Park. Pre Activities: **At least 3 months in advance, contact a private bus company to arrange a guided tour of Philadelphia. Contact... | | Independence National Historical Park. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001 - Independence National Historical Park. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001 | | Independence National Historical Park - Social Studies Field Trips. Independence National Historical Park. Images courtesy of the National Park Service. GENERAL. INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC. NAME: Independence National Historical Park. ... | | Independence National Historical Park Advisory Commission - Independence National Historical Park Advisory Commission. An early visitor to the fledgling park project was Horace M. Albright (center, in dark suit), former director of the National Park... | | Friends of Independence National Historical Park - The Friends of Independence National Historical Park is a proactive citizens' leadership group dedicated to supporting and promoting Independence Park and its mission. Through collaborations,... | | Independence National Historical Park (National Park Service) - Independence National Historical Park Located in Philadelphia, PA TRAVEL BASICS ... Photo by Thomas L. Davies IN BRIEF Independence National Historical Park, located in downtown (called "Center City" ... | | Area Campgrounds | | | | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Reeves Sport Shop
1943 W Chestnut St
Washington, PA
(724) 222-9310
| Sport Fishin' Outlet
230 W Germantown Pike
Norristown, PA
(610) 275-2441
| Clayton's Hunting & Fishing
660 Easton Rd
Horsham, PA
(215) 672-6060
| Fly Fishing Shop The
528 Fox Rd
Glenside, PA
(215) 887-1523
| Blue Water Fishing Tackle Co
1304 Conshohocken Rd # 185
Plymouth Meeting, PA
(610) 270-9620
| Slapp's Tire Service
301 Flower St
Chester, PA
(610) 874-7997
| S T C Sports
401 Harmony Rd
Gibbstown, NJ
(856) 224-0730
| Brinkman's Live Bait & Tackle
4999 Linden Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 632-0674
| Mike & Kates Sports Shopp
7492 Oxford Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 745-7740
| Bob's Bait & Tackle
4863 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 487-0887
| Sport Master
6301 Ditman St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 331-8836
| Bridesburg Bait & Tackle
2610 Orthodox St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 289-8599
| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods
2319 S 15th St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 465-7842
| Penn Fishing Tackle
1771 Tomlinson Rd
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 673-3401
| Penn Fishing and Tackle Mfg
3028 W Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 229-9415
| Hartville Fishing Club
3409 Rorer St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 634-0399
| Center Point Pond Inc
1814 Valley Forge Rd
Norristown, PA
(610) 222-9060
| Montgomery County: Fishing
Norristown, PA
(610) 278-3070
| Leonard's Sporting Goods
8508 Lansdowne Ave
Upper Darby, PA
(610) 449-6409
| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods
1616 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 465-7842
| Eyler's Inc Fly & Tackle
895 Penn St
Bryn Mawr, PA
(610) 527-3388
| Bart's Tackle Shop
460 Lovett Ave
Tullytown, PA
(215) 973-0174
| Ed's Live Bait and Tackle
900 Haunted Lane
Bensalem, PA
(215) 639-8546
| South East Archery & Sports
1852 Delmar Dr
Folcroft, PA
(610) 583-1614
| P & S Fishing Tackle
PO Box 2694
Warminster, PA
(215) 285-2672
| Xa Fishing Inc
501 Abbott Dr
Broomall, PA
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| Reeves Sport Shop
2650 Park Ave
Washington, PA
(724) 222-9310
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | London Bridge Resorts
1150 1st Ave
King of Prussia, PA
(610) 680-3500
| Epic Resorts
1150 1st Ave
King of Prussia, PA
(610) 992-0100
| Parasio Hot Springs LLC
495 Easton Rd
Horsham, PA
(215) 441-8600
| Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz
1220 Market St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 922-7324
| Springhill Suites
430 Plymouth Rd
Plymouth Meeting, PA
(610) 940-0400
| Resort Capital Group
1 Presidential Blvd
Bala Cynwyd, PA
(610) 664-3322
| Rising Sun Health Center
500 E Godfrey Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 728-6404
| Hyatt Hotels & Resorts: Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
200 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 893-1234
| Vaction Showplace Epic Resorts
1923 Franklin Mills Cir
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 501-0245
| Marriott Hotels Resorts Suites: Philadelphia Marriott
1201 Market St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 625-2900
| Sheraton
3549 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 387-8000
| Eastern Ski Tours
1810 Byberry Rd
Bensalem, PA
(215) 633-6100
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| Plane - Philadelphia International Airport, eight miles from Center City, is served by all major domestic carriers as well as a gateway for flights from Europe, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. The SEPTA Airport Line connects the airport with Center City. <P> <br>Car - By car: the Park is easily reached via I-95, I-76 and I- 676. From South: Take I-95 north. Follow signs for "Central Phila./I-676". Exit onto 6th Street. Take 6th Street south to the underground parking garage entrance between Arch and Market Streets. <P>From West: PA Turnpike (I-76) and exit at interchange 24, the Schuykill Expressway (I-76). Take Schuykill Expressway (I-76) to I-676 exit, Central Philadelphia. This is a left lane exit. Take I-676 to 8th Street exit and follow the signs for Independence Hall. Take 8th Street south to Market Street, turn left on Market Street. Take Market Street to 5th Street, turn left on 5th Street. . A parking garage will be in the middle of the block on the left. <P>From North: Take N.J. Turnpike to exit 4. Take Rt. 73 north to Rt. 38. Take Rt. 38 west to US 30. Take US 30 west over the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. At the base of the bridge follow the signs for 6th Street. Take 6th Street south. there is an underground parking garage on the left between Arch and Market Streets. <P> <br>Bus - The Independence Transportation Center (ITC), a motor coach loading and unloading area located adjacent to the National Constitution Center, serves as the drop-off and pick-up point for groups visiting all of the attractions in and around Independence National Historical Park. Motorcoaches can enter the ITC from Race Street, between Fifth and Sixth streets. The area has 11 spots for loading and unloading visitors and there are an additional three spots for loading and unloading on Race Street. This is the only area where motorcoaches are able to load and unload in the historic area and parking and idling regulations will be strictly enforced. <P>In addition to the Independence Transportation Center, a new designated motor coach parking facility is located on Callowhill Street between Front and Second Streets. This secured lot has 40 parking spots and is open 24 hours a day. The fee for the lot will be $20.00 for the day and will be collected upon entry to the ITC drop-off location. All motor coaches loading and unloading in the historic district must use this lot. Fines of up to $250 will be assessed for parking in any other area in the historic district. <P> <br>Public Transportation - Philadelphia is served by Amtrak which operates rail service along the Northeast Corridor (Boston to Washington, Atlantic City, NJ to Harrisburg, PA). Intercity service is provided to many points south and west. By Bus: Intercity bus service is excellent, with daily arrivals from all parts of the country. The Greyhound Terminal is located at 10th & Filbert Streets, within walking distance of the park. <P>Philadelphia has an excellent transit system (SEPTA). SEPTA offers commuter rail service between the city and the suburbs. SEPTA also operates a large fleet of buses and street cars through the city and suburbs. Day passees are good for unlimited riding on all city transit vehicles. Route 76 (bus) makes a loop through the park to other cultural attractions in the city. . Philly Phlash is another bus service which has a route connecting attractions throughout the city. <P> |
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