New York and Philadelphia
Overview
This is a great twin centre of two contrasting American cities. It’s just a short flight to New York and an easy train ride to Philadelphia. If you’re new to New York then make sure you ascend the Empire State Building, stroll Central Park and take a boat trip to see the Statue of Liberty. There are bars, restaurants and cafes to suit everyone, the city layout makes it easy to navigate and the atmosphere and attractions make this a very compelling city. After you exertions, you’ll be glad of the train ride to Philadelphia to catch your breath, but it’s less than one and half hours, just enough time for a power nap. Once you arrive into 30th Street Station Philadelphia you can drop your bags at your chosen hotel then get out exploring.
Philadelphia is well known for its cultural heritage, with majestic architecture, cobbled streets and fascinating museums. One landmark you may recognise is the Philadelphia Museum of Art, whose steps were used for Sylvester Stallone’s victory run in ‘Rocky’. Whilst New York has undoubtably great shopping, you may want to save your dollars for your time in Philadelphia which offers tax-free shopping on clothes and shoes. You'll find all the big name brands as well as countless independent boutiques throughout each of the city's diverse neighbourhoods. The dining scene in Philadelphia has a well-deserved reputation, ranging from award winning dining experiences to cosy neighbourhood family-run eateries. the city also boasts Terminal Marketing - one of the largest and oldest public markets in America. Here you'll find more than 80 independent merchants including 26 restaurants - a must-visit for foodies looking to sample a taste of Philadelphia, including their renowned cheesesteaks.
Fly to New York for three nights - Train to Philadelphia for three nights - Return flight from Philadelphia (TM)