Absolutely gem. Didnt expect it to be that great. If you…read moreare but artsy and a bit fun this is a place to get lost. Not only the museum itself but couple of blocks around it are all covered in mosaics. And crazy mosaics using anything and everything from bottles and plates to sculptures etc. You need a timed entry ticket, be sure to arrive in time. They are pretty strict on that. There is no parking anywhere around, the only place is right tin front and its $17 for yo to 2h.

Really interesting and meaningful work of art! This is for sure an installation that has much soul…read moreand heart in it. Walls filled with many different pieces of handmade artwork collected from different countries. Definitely unique and worth checking out if you want to experience a lot of interesting history and culture and take many cool photos from all sorts of angles! Read about the history! It is quite beautiful and wholesome!

I've visited Dave & Buster's multiple times and never thought to review them. This visit was for my…read moreson's birthday! We arrived and were seated somewhat quickly for a table of three. Waitress was lovely young lady who offered recommendations when asked. However, at times I had to repeat requests -- sour cream for the quesadilla. We ordered: Ultimate Tennessee LIT -- New Amsterdam Vodka, Bacardi Silver Rum, Old Smoky Strawberry Moonshine, premium citrus sour and strawberry topped with Sprite and a test tube shot of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Grilled Chicken Quesadilla -- Grilled fajita chicken and melted cheeses inside a crispy and cheesy flour tortilla. Served with house made guacamole and our salsa. Bistro Steak and Shrimp Alfredo -- 5 oz Fire-grilled sliced sirloin steak on a bed of linguine, tossed with shrimp, mushrooms, grape tomatoes and lobster Alfredo sauce. Topped with parsley and Parmesan cheese Sweet Apple Pecan Salad with Grilled Chicken -- Marinated chicken breast, crisp apple slices, candied pecans, and crumbled bleu cheese tossed with romaine in raspberry vinaigrette My son ordered Mozzarella Sticks and something else, I can't remember. The food came out quickly and at a nice temperature. Everything was delicious to taste. The atmosphere was not as loud in the restaurant portion of the facility. We had a TV over our table but it wasn't too loud that we couldn't hold a conversation. After eating, of course we went to play games. I had old D&B cards that still had coins and tickets (which we consolidated). I didn't play too many games because a lot them cost a lot of coins. We earned a lot of tickets but not enough for anything good in prize store. Dave & Buster's keeps prizes at such high ticket value to get you come in and spend a lot of money. There's NO WAY anyone is getting those high ticket items ever. Will probably return sparingly for the food.

This was the worst location I've visited. While the games were amazing, the food was terrible--my…read morePhilly cheesesteak was overly salty, and the fries looked like they'd been sitting for days. I ordered a pepperoni pizza for my child and she was sent what looked like bread sticks. The bigger issue was the customer service. The bar tender told me to grab a table. I cleaned the table myself, sat down with my 4‑year‑old, and a server immediately approached me and claimed someone was waiting for it and that "her manager just cleaned it." That was simply untrue. The wipes I used to clean the table were pushed to the side. Her tone and attitude were completely unprofessional, and I moved to avoid a scene in front of my child. The table stayed empty the entire time we were there. Between the poor food and the disrespectful service, I will not be returning to this location.

Amazing artwork you can visit for free. It's in the Curtis Building and is a stunning mosaic of…read moreTiffany glass. The shading and lighting are stunning.

It's a Maxfield Parrish mural made of Tiffany glass, commissioned by the Curtis Publishing Co for…read moreits then-new building. It's an impressive piece of public art and is over 100 years old. It's worth stopping to admire it if you are in the area. The staff understands why you're here; as we peeked through the windows one evening, security waved us in to get a closer look. Years ago, when I worked nearby, I'd stop in for a moment of calm on my lunch hour. It's a soothing, romantic image and truly an historic art treasure in the city.

Popped in to thaw my dawgs and was greeted by a lovely giftshop. Lots of gorgeous prints and…read morejewlerly made by local artists and my favorite-- free postcards!! I was hoping to see the workshop, but the day I went only the 1st floor exhibits and the 8th floors were open to the public. I recently got back into sewing, so this was a great opportunity to explore new ways fabric has been used for expression.

love a surprise museum. They normally are free, niche, and not busy and this one hit both marks…read more Saw a really intresting installation that sparked some good conversation and I wanted to bring the leaf cocoons home with me. For a random stop because I happened to park in front of the door this was a cute wrap up to an overnight stay in Philly

I think this place is a great place for kids, but I think most of the exhibits are geared towards…read morekids who can read. I thought my child would be able to partake in the exhibits either way, but she was not a reading age yet. So many of the exhibits were above her head. The best thing about the institute were the live classes and demonstrations. The live dissection of a cow eye was amazing. They also had a combustion show (think cool fire colors) and that was excellent. I did one of the planetarium shows and it was a little bit dry, even for an adult. Personally if the child can't read yet, I would say you may not get much out of it, but still a great place.

My family, in laws' family, and I visited here last week what's the plan to get a family Max…read moremembership and enjoy the institution art for a good long day and it was an extremely happy time for all. Needless to say, we got through less than the 3rd inside of the whole day's time. This large and famed institution has a lot to review and I hope to help your family to make an informed choice about ticket types and visiting. Ticketing is easy whether or not you did anything online, with obvious easy signage in the secondary Hall after the famed Ben Franklin Statue Hall. Welcome staff and generally all staff are so helpful and knowledgeable. We decided on the Family Max membership because it includes ATSC membership including admission to 300 other science centers, many of the same caliber and fame, also because many of them will be at our travel destinations for the next year. Membership is entirely online with barcodes and online ticketing reservations (which ironically generates even more barcodes, one per attendee) so it is extremely easy to use, especially more so if you have good IT fluency and a good record-keeping system. I did not use the parking deck, which membership discounts are $10 off the $25 fare each day, but access from any point in the city and by any type of transit is very easy. The building is famous, easy to find and hard to miss. Frontage is right on Logan Square and extremely easy to find and orient oneself. Specialitly entrances such as accessibility, ramps and group entrances are very easy to find. Special events at pavilions have their own entrances. The Halls and exhibitions are overwhelmingly many and a large with tons of displays and booths to occupy all humans of all ages for dozens of hours. We join their membership not only because we aren't too far away but because it would take so many visits to well appreciate the breath and death of this institution. Although I last came as a grade school student, I can see clearly why the parents then and now consider this a worthwhile trip. The included science shows (usually four different ones daily with a few repeats within each day) are excellent examples of this commitment to education and sturdy science. At a time when so much misinformation and alternative science prevail profitably, it is comforting and necessary that this this ideal cause continues. Lastly, the overall venue is just excellent with so many types of science represented as to sate the curiosities of any child in any domain. Great food is just blocks away, notable is that Chinatown is straight down Race Street, and great views from most windows ease the usual concerns of parents about logistics and interest both.

Went for a 52 Firsts event and had such a good time. The staff here really made the experience…read more Everyone was warm, welcoming, and just genuinely happy to be there, which makes a big difference in a smaller space like this. Also didn't realize this is part of the National Park Service, which is pretty cool. The museum itself is on the lower level. You walk in through a gift shop, then head downstairs where there's a compact exhibit space and a small auditorium. It's definitely on the smaller side, but it's done in a really thoughtful way. The interactive exhibits were my favorite. There's something about pressing buttons and getting a dramatic "huzzah" back that just makes it fun. It leans a little dry in terms of humor, but in a way that actually works and feels very on brand. Best part for me was the printing studio. Getting to see old-style printing techniques in action was really cool and not something you see every day. It made everything feel a bit more hands-on and real. It's also right next to the post office, which is a nice little bonus stop if you're already in the area. Only thing is I do wish it were bigger, but for what it is, it's a really enjoyable visit. Small, interactive, and full of personality. Definitely worth stopping by.

I never realized Ben Franklin was responsible for so many of the sayings I heard growing up!!!…read more I'm also very happy to experience this part of American history then I'm so proud of. I loved seeing Ben Franklin's printing press , and Stories about his time in Philly. I'm happy to see how he enjoyed his life and made such interesting observations . The staff here is very friendly and great, and best of all it super cheap to come here. I'm really glad I came !!!

What a fun thing to do! We didn't know what to expect and want to say we all really enjoyed the…read moreexperience! Admission was reasonable and enjoyed the self-guided part while waiting for the next tram departure time. There was everything you could imagine - except one thing! A TELEX MACHINE (which I used to operate). When I asked the staff if they had one none of them even knew what I was talking about (early 20's)! We took the tram tour and really enjoyed it. The tram moved at a nice pace so you could really take in everything. So much to see - everywhere. It was a really fun way to spend a few hours on a rainy day! But I urge you to visit rain or shine!

It's like an I-Spy book came to life! This collection is massive but I really appreciate how well…read moreorganized and categorized it is. It makes it easier for the eye to take in. The tram car goes at a super slow speed so you have time to take everything in. The tour is guided by a pre-recorded audio track but sometimes the driver will provide information as well. The museum also has a small walkable area to explore. There's also popcorn, candy, and drinks to purchase. Some of the items are truly impressive and there's definitely plenty for everyone to point out and find and enjoy. Highly recommend this fun attraction.

Board Game Art Park is paved space along Broad Street between Arch St and JFK Blvd, ornamented with…read morea permanent public art installation called "Your Move," by artists Daniel Martinez, Renee Petropoulis and Roger White. Fun public art space, not too far from Love Park around the corner, as well as of course, City Hall, PA Convention Center, Jefferson Station, PAFA, and a million other c-city attractions. Art is a smattering of way-oversized scattered board games pieces, from various popular kid games. The space is used as a pass-through or open air hangout area. Some kids there with skateboards. Not sure if it's allowed but saw no signs nor police. Fun and quirky art that may or may not be a comment on local government?

Fun place to skate! Great for pictures and videos. If you're ever in the area definitely stop by…read morefor a visit!

The center city tour was great! Sandi was great!! We've been center city locals for five years and…read morewe wanted to learn about the murals around us. We hit a bunch of murals in 1.5 hours, and some of them I'd never seen! 10/10 tour service. 10/10 selection of tours. Reasonable cost for the tour. We'll be doing more!

Among other things, Philadelphia is a city of public art. I could not help but spot sculptures and…read morestatues here and there, but it was this particular mural - six stories tall - that really drove it home. There have been plans for an office/mixed use tower in the parking lot that faces this mural but for now, we have the opportunity to take it in entirely. Wow, there's some detail here and a story. If you're passing near, I suggest you stop and check this one out near 150 North Broad Street. [Review 18311 overall - 603 in Pennsylvania - 1833 of 2022.]