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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Jan 12, 2007
Pros: Incredible History, much is walkable. Fine museums too.
Cons: parking can be difficult to find.
Summary: I do not pretend to know Philadelphia extremely well though I have been there many times over the years as a tourist and for business. I love it for its history and cultural buildings. The downtown area where I do business has the same traffic and ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 20, 2011
Pros: Great city!! Highly known for their great Philly Cheese Steak Subs!!!
Cons: Comcast Center has no observatory. Promiscuous men at night.
Summary: WHAT IS THE 411 ON THIS CITY?I haven't been to Philadelphia since the early '80s one weekend. That was the very first time for me there, so I've gotten out of touch with this city. During that time that I was there, it was when I ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 29, 2010
Pros: history, culture, music, scrapple, soft pretzels, sperm plushies
Cons: crime, SEPTA
Summary: Having lived in Philadelphia for most of my life, I may be biased, but I love this city. Once the United States capital, Philadelphia is full of rich history. Sites of interest include Independence Hall, where visitors can see the ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 27, 2007
Pros: Tons of history, great food, beautiful scenery
Cons: Some parts are dangerous, some attractions expensive
Summary: The City of Brotherly Love. We see it all the time, both good and bad. It's a place that is truly American, loaded with history and culture. It's a place I never visited before, but had always wanted to, and was very glad when I finally did. I was ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 6, 2006
Pros: Great architecture, nice Center City ambiance, very walkable.
Cons: Rude and scary-acting people, nasty habits, abundance of junk food
Summary: I came to Philly for a summer internship at the Inquirer, and although I have enjoyed many aspects of the city, I think that it's is a little overrated, and definitely not a pillar of brotherly love, for several reasons: 1. Everyone's afraid of their ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 11, 2006
Pros: History, Culture, Location, Nightlife, Uniqueness
Cons: Crime, Transit, Attitude, Calories, Price
Summary: Philadelphia. The name alone triggers many of my neurons to fire in different directions, with different emotions, different memories, heartache, elation, ecstacy, depression. This opinion of mine is written as someone who lives in the Philadelphia ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 16, 2006
Pros: Easy to navigate, many inexpensive things to do, great food
Cons: Hot & Humid in the Summer, so plan outdoor activity accordingly
Summary: I live within driving distance and frequently do a Philly overnight trip using Hotwire or Priceline to get a great hotel cheap. Here's my list of "must see" things: Chinatown--there are some hidden gems here, like the underground shop that is below ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 14, 2004
Pros: Beautiful areas, vast history, great food, great people, always something to do
Cons: we got voted the ugliest, fattest, and worst dressed city in America
Summary: I began my life in the city of Philadelphia. I shared just about everything I had with this city: Friends, family, memories, apartments, houses, favorite museums and stores, and I left it all right after I turned 16. My mother got married to a man ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 28, 2004
Pros: Philly offers something for everyone, regardless of what kind of visitor you are
Cons: Philly can be a little intimidating
Summary: So, you're planning to visit Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love. You've got the tickets (or gassed up the car) and you're ready to head out. But do you have your itinerary planned yet? Have you set all the expectations of your visit? Well, ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 17, 2004
Pros: I live just outside of the Philadelphia...
Cons: and its still to close.
Summary: So you think you want to visit our city of Brotherly Love? Maybe Bill Cosby & Will Smith have caused you to believe that you are coming to an area that is brimming with culture, history, and personality? Well let me tell you about the Philadelphia I ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 5, 2003
Pros: So much to do, to eat, to see, to experience.
Cons: Not as clean as European cities, unfortunately.
Summary: Having lived in the Philadelphia area since 1988 (when my family so rudely yanked me out of my homeland and dragged me kicking and screaming off to the U.S.), I thought I had developed an appreciation for city living. I was, of course, flat wrong, given ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 4, 2003
Pros: Great for walking, beautiful park system, America's birthplace!
Cons: Too close to you know where!
Summary: Philadelphia is my home, has been for over 40years. I remember as a child walking my dog along the banks of the schuylkill river, sometimes venturing into east falls or down towards center city. I still enjoy those walks as an adult, unfortunately I no ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 12, 2003
Pros: history, great restaurants,
Cons: parking, traffic,
Summary: Philadelphia offers its visitors a chance to see where many of this country's most important historical beginnings took place.
City Hall is a magnificant, if poorly maintained, example of 2nd empire architecture and is well worth a visit. If ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 28, 2002
Pros: a great 15 day arts festival with hundreds of diverse shows.
Cons: could be longer
Summary: There are numerous reviews on Philadelphia expounding on the historical sites, popular and cultural activities. The former capital of the nation is truly the birthplace of our democracy. It is also one of the finest cities in the land. Rather than ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 29, 2002
Pros: lots to do, diverse,
Cons: some sections not the safest
Summary: Recently, I visited Philadelphia for a weekend to visit some friends. The airport is not bad, they have a food court/small mall type of setup, with stores like the Gap, Bath and body works, Staples, Godiva, etc.
Friday, my friends took me on ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 24, 2002
Pros: the cheesesteaks, revamped downtown, lots to do, good nightlife
Cons: people's attitudes, the summer heat, crime, traffic, SEPTA
Summary: This is intended to be a rather comprehensive review of traveling to the city of Philadelphia. I talk about as much as I can from the sights to the food to its cultural identity. Be prepared that this is a long read but hopefully you'll get a good ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 13, 2001
Pros: Music to fit every taste, diverse venues.
Cons: Prices keep going up.
Summary: Note: This review was originally posted in 2000. This is an update, and the original has been deleted.
Philadelphia has an extensive music scene that includes almost every genre imaginable. Whatever your choice---jazz, rock, metal, ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 16, 2001
Pros: Exceptional variety of beers, unique beer events, Yuengling.
Cons: Little widespread beer culture, few brewpubs, Yuengling.
Summary: Beer is My Business. This is My Town.
I write about beer for a living, and Philadelphia is my base of operations. I actually live in the far 'burbs in Bucks County, but the real beer action is in Philly (though my local, Isaac Newton's, ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 15, 2001
Pros: This city is easy to navigate.
Cons: Just too much fun stuff to see
Summary: My Philadelphia Adventure
I took a trip early July 2001.
Stayed 4 nights, 5 days, in downtown Philadelphia.
The check in at our hotel was a bit lengthy, but hey, my philosophy at life's minor annoyances is 'if ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 30, 2001
Pros: If a bus or trolley does arrive, they're usually air conditioned.
Cons: Too numerous to mention here.
Summary: Saturday June 30, 2001 3:15 PM Temperature: 97 degrees F Humidity: 83% Moisture left in Ol’ Joe’s body: Negligible If you're planning on a trip to the City of Brotherly Love I have some advice for you: Rent a car. If this does not fit into ... read more
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