Welcome to Philadelphia, where big-city excitement meets neighborhood charm. The second-largest city on the East Coast, Philadelphia is at the center of the Northeast Corridor and within a day's drive of 40 percent of the U.S. population.

Made famous as the birthplace of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness,” the city’s strength is in the culturally diverse neighborhoods that merge to create a unique and dynamic destination.

Start your trip-planning today — view the online version of Philadelphia's Official Visitors Guide.