Philadelphia and the Countryside - Press Room

This year, the completely re-imagined Lights of Liberty experience kicks off a summer of top-notch touring throughout Historic Philadelphia, America’s most historic square mile. Now, early risers and night owls can get their 3-D fill with the evening ambulatory tour, which projects images onto some of our nation’s most significant sites, and the year-round indoor show, which stars Benjamin Franklin and some cutting-edge 360°, 3-D imaging. Lights of Liberty joins dozens of other day and night tours that let visitors tour their way—by land, by sea, by bus or by foot.

Best of all, thanks to an intensive three-week training

In Historic Philadelphia, some of the country’s most significant historic sites—many of which are free or low-cost, perfect for families and educational for all—share the neighborhood with trendy shops, modern restaurants and buzzing nightclubs. Affordable hotel packages with free parking and transportation options, including 50% off Amtrak, make a good deal even better. Here is a sampling of some don’t-miss things to do in Historic Philadelphia this summer that won’t break the budget:

Affordable History Lessons:

• The Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Congress Hall, the New Hall Military Museum, Franklin Court, Bishop White House and the Graff House are