Is There a lot to do in Philadelphia? (Washington, Penn: neighborhood, moving)

[Cnote11]

Yeah, I really loved Chicago when I visited and nearly moved there, but I actually think Philadelphia is a better city to live in. Los Angeles seems like it would have a lot of stuff I'd die for, but actually living there seems terrible. It just doesn't seem like the place for me. San Francisco seems amazing, though. Philadelphia has a billion things to do. I've been there for 2 months and I feel like I've barely done anything whatsoever. The great cultural institutions will spend you for years, if you're into that kind of thing. I've only been up to the Art Museum once and I feel like I've barely put a dent in it. Then again, I'm the type to stand around looking at a painting for half an hour before moving to the next.

My point is, if you're really interested in science and art, then you will have plenty to do for sure. People always talk about the quality of the nightlife, but I would have no idea since I'm not really interested in those kinds of things. It doesn't really seem all that great from what I've glimpsed, but I'm in no way an authority. There are a lot of used book stores and the library is a great place for me to enjoy for hours on end everyday. Just walking around the city and taking in the beautiful architecture or taking the regional rail out to explore the surrounding areas keeps me quite busy as well.

One thing I'm a bit disappointed in is the music scene. I hear how quality it is but honestly, it isn't up to par. After experiencing the rich music scene in Scotland, I'm not easily impressed. Glasgow was a hotbed for popular music and art music alike. There was always something going on and most of the time it was free. Philadelphia has its share, but it just doesn't seem like it compares. Perhaps it is great by American standards? Either way, I hope to delve deeper into it and hopefully I am surprised. Does anybody know of any good places to see some Jazz around here?

I'm not much of a shopper, so I don't speak to the quality of the shopping. Well, I should say that it isn't my type of shopping at least, for the most part. There is retail, but it doesn't seem like the richest selection. It should appeal to many. It doesn't have anything on a place like New York, Tokyo, London, Seoul, Rome, Paris, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or even Chicago in this aspect. Philadelphia seems to be in the middle of something big, so there is more to come. Now the grocery shopping is pretty nice! Again, it might not compete with some places in the world, but it really is more than enough for a city that is just now starting to develop into something great.

The restaurants are pretty great! A lot of diversity too, so you can find a great deal of what you're craving if you're used to eating more than standard fare. Some of the best restaurants are not in the Center City area, so you'll be out exploring the different areas of the city and finding little gems to eat at. Also, if you love nature, then Philadelphia is a great place to be! So many gardens for show in and around the city, as well as plentiful parks within proximity. If this is your thing, you shouldn't get bored for a long, long time.



There are so many things to do in Philadelphia that I never feel that I get anything accomplished. I'm always finding new things to do and I have to sacrifice some because I don't have enough time! I keep having to postpone plans by weeks because my schedule is bursting at the seams with things to do.

[Lenses & Lights.]

Originally Posted by foo cities

Of course it is! It ain't Los Angeles, NY, Chi and SF. It's not even Seattle and Boston. It's good for history since it's the birth place of U.S.. Got to give credit for that. Other than that, it's nothing to write home about.

I wrote home about it.

[MikeNigh]

Originally Posted by foo cities

I meant Dunkin Donuts all over downtown.

My mom and brother were just here and they mentioned all the dunkin donuts lol.

[bryson662001]

Originally Posted by MikeNigh

My mom and brother were just here and they mentioned all the dunkin donuts lol.

The demand for donuts and coffee along with a lot of other things is high downtown because there are so many workers, residents and tourists walking around. How is this a bad thing?

[kidphilly]

Originally Posted by bryson662001

The demand for donuts and coffee along with a lot of other things is high downtown because there are so many workers, residents and tourists walking around. How is this a bad thing?

ever been to Boston, there are even more, but not sure why this in and of itelf is a bad thing

[Lenses & Lights.]

Originally Posted by kidphilly

ever been to Boston, there are even more, but not sure why this in and of itelf is a bad thing

Because its Philly... People just have to play CSI when it comes to our town. They'll pull out the microscope and lab gloves as soon as we're mentioned. Also the OP hasn't posted in a week. Thread should close.

[kidphilly]

Originally Posted by BillyJacc

Because its Philly... People just have to play CSI when it comes to our town. They'll pull out the microscope and lab gloves as soon as we're mentioned. Also the OP hasn't posted in a week. Thread should close.

Yeah did you here Borders and Daffys closed, must be an issue with Philly...

The sad part is there are REAL issues the city needs to deal with, not the number of Dunkin donuts though...

I have tried to stay out of these threads lately, guess I got sucked in

[Swdhtut]

Food. We have some of the best food in the US, and I'm
not talking about any cheese steak

[marcr3774]

My best friend is from Philly and I am moving there in a couple of weeks. I have heard nothing but mostly positive about Philly. Like how good the Deli's are and Prezels.. And in the summer time there is Rita's water ice. ((yes I hear it is called WATER and not ITALIAN ice).

I qm a musician so I can't wait to see the Phila Orchestra with Maestro Seguin.
As for the neighborhoods. Yes, the area around N. Philly is somewhat shady from what I hear but everywhere else is decent. I love parks and nature so Fairmount and Pennypack Park will be two of my best friends. I grew up in Chicago so there will be some similarites in terms of shear size and culture scene. Perhaps the way of life like thinking fast on one's feet might be a little different than the slow pace of the midwest...

[gwillyfromphilly]

There is only 3 cities(NYC, LA and Chicago) in the entire country that legitimately offer more amenities and things to do than Philadelphia has to offer. Every other city is debatable.