1. The Franklin Institute
8.8
222 N 20th St (at Winter St), Philadelphia, PA
Science Museum · Logan Square · 181 tips and reviews
The Transit Navigator: If you like science, you'll be impressed with the awesome exhibits, demonstrations, and other things you'll see!
Missy Narkiewicz: The food court was reasonable and tasty. Love the interactive exhibits and shows. Don't come here first thing, start at noon and stay until after the camp and school groups go home.
Mari C.: The Science Behind Pixar is a fantastic exhibition! Very interactive. We spent 2 hours seeing it. Highly recommended!
Valkrye131 (MB) Haslam-Houck: Run up the steps & make like Rocky then go in and see fabulous exhibits of painting, furniture, armor and weapons, sculpture, etc. as well as special traveling shows.
visitPA: The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the U.S. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs, and some pretty well-known steps. Don't skip a picture.
CollegeFashionista: I love spending an afternoon walking from City Hall to the Art Museum. Admission is discounted with a college ID, so be sure to check out their latest exhibit while you're there!
4. Perelman Building
8.2
2525 Pennsylvania Ave (Philadelphia Museum of Art), Philadelphia, PA
Art Museum · Fairmount - Art Museum · 11 tips and reviews
Jason Mesiarik: The fashion and design exhibits will delight your daughters as will the interactive library on the 2nd floor.
Joe C: PMA tends to overshadow the Perelman, but I've found plenty of interesting exhibits here. If you're checking out the museum, ask what's on display here and visit
Jasmine 💫: Enjoyed all the exhibits here in my first visit. Worth a visit if one still has the energy after walking the main hall.
Fordcast Tour: The ICA has some fantastic exhibitions! Click here for more info: http://www.icaphila.org
Reinhold Residential: This modern space has three new exhibits a year (try to attend an opening night) and offers FREE admission.
Philly.com: Since 1963 incredible exhibits have adorned the walls, ceilings, and floors of the ICA, including Andy Warhol, David Graham, and Stefan Sagmeister. Read more.
John Facella: So many artifacts to view, including Washington's tent; you'll need some time to read and explore all the media and exhibits.
Kate Savage: Rich with content, amazing exhibits, engaging for all ages. This museum does a magnificent job of connecting visitors to US/British history.
James C: The best museum to the Revolution that is in America. It’s lay out is great the movies and exhibits are fantastic. The staff is friendly knowledgeable and informative. Great museum.
13. The Clay Studio
8.7
137 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Art Gallery · Center City East · 11 tips and reviews
visitPA: It's a gallery, a studio, a store & a classroom. All things ceramic with exhibits and cool hand made gifts. Check out events calendar.
Reinhold Residential: With ceramic-centric exhibitions, classes and a retail store this is a great spot to spark some creativity- or snag a one-of-a-kind and local gift!
veronique @ zaptravel.com .: Founded in 1974, The Clay Studio is a non-profit educational art organization dedicated to the promotion and development of the ceramic arts and the work of new clay artists.
visitPA: This museum will enlighten you culturally and intellectually through their exhibitions, programs, art, history and by telling the story of African Americans in all its permutations.
Martelle Pitts: Definitely an amazing exhibit and a definite must see. The staff are all very helpful and make your experience exceptional.
BET: Museum houses and interprets the life and work of African Americans. Celebrate Black History by checking out amazing African American contributions: http://bet.us/BHM