5 Reasons Why Philadelphia Is The Best City in the USA

The USA might never have become the country it is today, if it wasn't for Philadelphia. "Philly" is a cultural center as well as the birthplace of modern America. Kaplan’s English school in Philadelphia is located in the heart of this vibrant city.

Discover the top five reasons why hundreds of Kaplan students from around the world travel to learn English in this remarkable city every year.

1: Rich History:

Philadelphia is the home of the Liberty Bell and the location for the signing of the Declaration of Independence which granted American’s their liberty.

There is a host of historical landmarks to visit that will make you appreciate Philadelphia's role in the story of America.

5 places to learn about American history in Philadelphia:

• National Constitution Center
• Independence Hall
• Congress Hall
• Carpenters’ Hall
• Christ Church

2: Relax with Retail Therapy:

America's first department store opened in Philadelphia. Today the building is home to Macy’s. The original pipe organ is used for a holiday light show every December.

Apart from the regular array of malls and department stores, there's a lot of shopping to do in Philly. Head down to the Rittenhouse neighborhood for boutique outlets or bag yourself a bargain in Queen Village.

3: The City of Brotherly Love:

Philadelphia, as the locals will tell you, is the City of Brotherly Love. The natives are known for being fiercely proud of their great hometown.

Philadelphians may have a reputation for being blunt. However, once you get past the gruff exterior, you'll discover that they're one of the best things about visiting Philly.

4: Mmmmm! Cheesesteaks:

Philly’s restaurant scene is incredible! There's just about any style of food you can imagine. However, one dish puts Philadelphia on the map: Cheesesteaks!

Pat's and Geno's are the two oldest and most famous cheesesteak restaurants in South Philly. There's a fierce rivalry between the two but there's only one way to discover which one is the best. Happy eating!

5: Vibrant Culture:

Philadelphia welcomes about 40 million visitors every year. With so many people coming to town, there's always something to do.

5 places to visit in Philadelphia:

• Philadelphia Museum of Art
• The Rocky Statue and the Rocky Steps
• The Philadelphia Zoo
• Valley Forge National Historical Park
• Reading Terminal Market

What do you think? If we’ve forgotten to mention anything that’s great about Philadelphia, please remind us by leaving a comment!