It really is such a pretty bridge. And I definitely love looking at the views as much as it will…read moreallow. Very grateful we have this way to pass over! And I'm grateful to the bridge designers and all the crew that helped make this become possible. And thanks to the other nice drivers on the road today and all the maintenance people that made a safe travel day today.

I use this bridge quite often when I go to PA and come back to Jersey... I have used it's sister…read morebridge the Tacony Palmyra bridge also but not as much... This bridge is narrow but I've been across bridges that are worse... If narrow bridges bother you don't use this one... You can reach out and touch the vehicle going the other direction as you pass by... The toll used to be on both sides going out of Jersey and coming into Jersey... That was many years ago...

Sweet and wide. 3 lanes! I pretty much have it all to…read moremyself. Very greatful to all the hardworking people to design, build, order, supply and maintain this beautiful bridge (past , present and future!

If you are looking for a way to enter New Jersey from Philadelphia without having to pay a toll,…read morethis be your bridge. If you opt to use it to go into Philadelphia, prepare for a hefty $6 toll. My most recent road trip took me through the area and I must say traffic wasn't bad on the way to this bridge, nor was it bad while on the bridge. It was easy to navigate and kind of a breeze to get through. And this is coming from a person that spent decades on the opposite side of the state is the City of Bridges. As for the bridge itself, there was a bit of maintenance being done when I made my way through. Understandable since this was completed in 1976. Spanning the Delaware River the view going into New Jersey is bland, but going into Philadelphia, you get a decent view of the skyline.

The Lower Trenton Bridge is a pretty boring bridge that spans the Delaware River and connects New…read moreJersey and Pennsylvania. Originally constructed in 1806, it has been rebuilt a few times since then and is currently a five-span truss bridge that was completed in 1928. No longer a toll bridge (What? No way!), it is the southernmost free crossing of the Delaware River. In 1935, the words "TRENTON MAKES THE WORLD TAKES" were added to the bridge in large letters. In 2005, it was upgraded with high-efficiency neon lighting. The saying was coined in 1910 as a slogan for the city. Though these days, Trenton is definitely no longer the industrial and manufacturing powerhouse it was then. [Review 11529 overall, 1309 of 2019.]

New Jersey... my old stomping grounds! I grew up around Trenton and feel nostalgic when I visit…read morethe area! The Trenton Makes Bridge is over 100 years old! It reminds me of an old erector set of yesteryear. I love the mint green color, the famous logo on the side and the detailed construction. Most bridges give me the heebie-jeebies, but not this one. It's rather small and unassuming compared to their big, scary counterparts. This is a two-laned bridge separated by a median wall which makes travel easier and safer. It goes by fast, but I love looking at the trusses as we drive under it! Save a toll and take a minute to soak in this historic landmark! They don't make them like this anymore. I gave an extra star for the longevity of this is Jersey structure!

I bought a filtered showerhead from Drivse company. I later found out that ebay had the same exact…read moreproduct for half the price and it came with 4 extra filters. Drivse only gives you one filter and charges you double the price than everyone else on the internet. Don't buy from them because within a hour of purchase the showerhead Drivse would not cancel my order because they said it was already shipped. This was a lie because I ordered 5 other items that month 3 of them after the showerhead and the showerhead was the last item to be delivered. BUYER BEWARE!.Also they only shipped me the showerhead without the hose and connector for the shower. I6th

If you want to find a place with views of the Philly skyline, then this is the place to go. There…read moreare two cutouts in the bridge, which gave me a place to stand and take pictures. Afterwards, you can take a walk along the Schuylkill Banks on the boardwalk.

Philadelphia, PA - this is a review for the City Hall Tower Tour. I'm irresistibly attracted to…read moreobservation decks and old towers, so when I discovered that Philadelphia's City Hall doesn't just offer building tours but also a panoramic Tower Tour from atop its clock tower, I didn't question whether I really NEED to see the bird's eye view of yet another city. Located just a short walk from my hotel and something I can squeeze in before check-out, well that sealed it. The tour is very intimate, as each group maxes out at four people, owing to the tower's narrow dimensions, so you're basically on a private tour. There are plenty of time slots however, as the tour departs every 15 minutes, but booking in advance is highly recommended if not imperative (isn't everything these days!). It is only available Monday-Friday from 10am-2:45pm cos, government building. The experience was wonderful from top to bottom. The ladies in the visitor center were so nice and chatted with us as we waited for the tour to begin, and even gave my kiddo a pair of binoculars which he clutched onto with excitement and didn't put down for the rest of the day. Our guide Kim was genuinely warm, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. She took our photos, kept things interesting, and capped it all off with an awesome list of insidery tips about what to do and see - places I hadn't even known about. I've done several dozen observation towers around the world and they never get old. This one's a departure from the usual glossy skyscraper presentation with a slick immersive elevator ride (in fact the elevator ride's pretty rickety), but if you like history and high places, and the luxury of zero crowds, this is a cool hidden gem.

Philadelphia City Hall has become a must-visit for me whenever I am in the city for running events…read morelike the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run or the Philadelphia Distance Run. My trips just don't feel complete without stopping by to take in its architecture. I remember the 2022 Broad Street Run vividly, falling in love with the building's design around mile five of the course. Being near it, I must say, it has an astonishing presence. I learned that it was designed by Scottish-born architect John McArthur Jr. and Thomas Ustick Walter in the French Second Empire style, with construction spanning from 1871 to 1901. The exterior tower was completed by 1894, although the interior was not finished until 1901. At the very top stands a 37-foot bronze statue of William Penn, the founder of Philadelphia. At 548 feet, this made it the tallest habitable building in the world from 1894 to 1908. City Hall sits on one of the five original urban park squares laid out by William Penn. Geometrically, it is the center of the other four squares within Center City--an area fittingly renamed Penn Square. If you are planning a trip to Philadelphia, I highly recommend including a walk around this iconic landmark on your itinerary, though it is bound to catch your eye unexpectedly while you are downtown. One of my favorite sculptures on the outer perimeter is of Octavius Catto, a trailblazing civil rights leader, educator, and athlete whose contributions to racial equality in 19th-century America remain profound. ~ Be obsessively grateful ~ Thomas G

This 65 foot span over Valley Creek in Valley Forge Historic Park, Malvern, PA, was first built in…read more1851, but flood, fire and 21st Century traffic has required rebuilding on several occasions. At only 10' wide, attention to driving is demanded as it is easy to pinball off the side burr truss, taking part of the white pine structure with you. As was so often the case in the 18th-19th Centuries, these flowing streams were often dammed and used to power mills for flour needed for survival. Those early pre-industrial buildings are gone but for a few stone foundations visible with a little close looking along the creek edge. Walking along the trail that follows the watercourse all you can hear is the creek's exuberant laughter as it scours the rocky bottom as it has for a few thousand years. Who is the bridge named for? Some historians say it is for Philander Knox who bought a farm nearby at the turn of the 20th Century. He served as a two term U. S. Senator from Pennsylvania, and before that Secretary of State in the Taft administration, and Attorney General for Theodore Roosevelt. Others say the proper Knox was Henry, a general during the Revolution who camped near here during the dark days of our War of Independence when we were losing to the British and the Redcoats occupied Philadelphia. He was also President Washington's first Secretary of War. Both had impressive credentials. Either way, it is a beautiful spot to visit on a humid weekend afternoon before afternoon thunderstorms force you to seek shelter.

Another adventure with my mother. This weeks flavor is locating and visiting 'Covered Bridges, if…read morethey still exist'. Well my they do and there are quite a few in the area. Today we visited two in Chester County that are about 10 miles apart. When driving that's a breeze! The first Covered Bridge was Bartram's Covered Bridge in Newtown Square, PA and this bridge, Knox Covered Bridge in Malvern, PA. This bridge is actually functional, we drove over and through which caused great excitement and happiness for my mother. The other bridge was protected and not in use. It was a little scary as the bridge begins on a curvy road and once you are over and through more curves. This bridge is far off any main roads or highways so you would probably have to make a special trip to enjoy its splendor.

Such a cool tour, even though it's only available on weekdays. The building is the largest in the…read moreUS, and they offer a regular tours and tower tours. Do both! Why not? Our building tour guide was Marc was terrific, very knowledgeable about the building and history behind the city. The architecture is beautiful, so it was great learning more behind the symbolism. We also went through the government chambers into areas where civilians don't usually go. It's pretty thorough and covers a lot of ground, so be prepared to get in your steps. The tower tour is separate, but it's worth going up to see a view of the city and the bottom of the giant William Penn statue. This doesn't take too long, but our guide let us stay as long as we liked to get the 360 degree view. She recommended some sights to visit and identified buildings on the skyline. The elevator felt a little rickety but the view is worth it. If you're in town on on a weekday non-holiday, plan a visit but book a tour in advance. It sells out, and it's worth it.

Looks like the City of Miami but older historic landmarks with rich heritage, gothic architecture…read moreand a plethora of bars. The sights of Philly while riding the train were similar to most large crime ridden cities, graffiti everywhere and I am not exaggerating. The vagrant issue was obviously not enforced by police and was rampant in the heavy touristy areas. Aside from some decent historic sites and cold beer, I will never return here.

Montgomery and neighboring Chester county's hidden gem. You can explore history of one of the only…read morenavigable canals in the state; hike, bike, & run some spectacular trails; fish; X Country ski and ice-skate in winter; or kayak/canoe the area's only loop system where you end your trip right where you began...no shuttling!! The last Sunday in June is the Schuylkill Canal Association's annual Canal Day fundraiser, where you and your family can enjoy games, food, kayak demos, Canal Jousting, canal history, and more! Every October is the SCA's Fall Music fundraiser with many great local bands, food, Sly Fox beer, and more food. Every December is the annual Luminary Displpay where hundreds of candle-lit luminary bags line the [hopefully] snow-covered pathway...pure beauty. Don't miss Santa & Mrs. Claus on their stop at the Locktender's House! The Towpath park entrance is across from Produce Junction in Mont Clare - you can see both the canal & trail from the parking lot. The Towpath Park side is home to the Locktender's House with monthly open house events, restored lock gates with monthly openings, a music stage, and a wide open grass area for all kinds of fun. The other end of the canal is down near the Longford Rd. Dogpark & Fitzwater Station and is a gorgeus tree-lined oasis of wildlife and recreation. No bikes or horses allowed on canal path below the Fitz or you'll incur the relentless wrath of the locals!! Please do not litter!! The area is maintained by a passionate group of Schuylkill Canal Association volunteers and they want everyone to love and care for the canal as much as they do.

Always clean, and well maintained. The park area is one of the best canal parks I've seen in…read moreeastern PA. I appreciate the water dog friendliness of the river and canal. I've been here a few times and I've seen the park ranger twice. That's really a testimony to how much care and pride they take in this recreation area. I will continue to come here.