Philadelphia History Guide

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Philadelphia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Peruse masterpieces at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, discover ingenious inventions at the Benjamin Franklin Museum and find the perfect cheesesteak – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Philadelphia and begin your journey now!

This unique, user-friendly guide follows Benjamin Franklin's footsteps through Philadelphia. The author takes a chronological journey through surviving landmarks from the Founding Father's time and the sites that preserve his legacy today. On his way, he speaks to curators, park rangers, and even Franklin impersonators to tell the story of this fascinating American icon.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Philadelphia & the Pennsylvania Dutch Country is your in-depth guide to the very best of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

Visit historic battlefields, share the road with horse-drawn buggies, and explore two vibrant cities on the rise.