by Marco Di Gabriele
Eastern State Penitentiary
Fairmount
Eastern State Penitentiary is a major tourist attraction for Fairmount, especially in the fall. Starting in October this huge historical penitentiary is transformed into an interactive haunted house. The Eastern State Penitentiary is a perfect Halloween activity and it is conveniently located on Fairmount Ave right across from plenty of hip bars and restaurants.
Frankford Hall
Fishtown
Franklin Hall is located off of Frankfort Avenue in Fishtown. This beer-garden is opened year-round and is fully equip with corn hole, ping-pong, picnic tables, & fire pits. They also have a great beer-list with about 9 beers on tap and a walk-up concession stand where you can grab a burger, bratwurst, or soft pretzel.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse
Rittenhouse square is one of the more popular small parks in Center City Philadelphia and a great place to admire the fall foliage. Located within close vicinity to many shops & restaurants, Rittenhouse square is a great place to take a stroll on your way to other Center City attractions.
Franklin Square
Center City East
Fall is the perfect time to visit Franklin Square, located between Center City East & Old City. Take a walk through the park, stop and play some mini golf, or take a ride on the carousel. Later on in the year Franklin Square will be converted into a winter wonderland light show.
2nd Street
Northern Liberties
2nd Street in Northern Liberties between Callowhill st & Girard Ave is home to a variety of popular bars, restaurants, shops, and other attractions like North Bowl bowling alley. 2nd street is a great area to visit daytime or nighttime.
East Passyunk Ave
Passyunk Square
East Passyunk Avenue between Morris st & Washington Avue is a classic South Philly spot to visit. This stretch of Passyunk Avenue is home to two of the more famous cheesesteak joints in South Philly, as well as other restaurants and bars.
Schuylkill River Trail
Fitler Square
Stretching from South Street all the way up to the Art Museum & Fairmount Park, the Schuylkill River Trail is a great place to take a long run while the weather is still beautiful! The trail also features one of the best views of the city skyline.
Lincoln Financial Field
Stadium District
Lincoln Financial Field is the home to the Philadelphia Eagles. Now is the perfect time to catch a bird’s game on a Sunday afternoon or one of the many concerts scheduled for the upcoming season. You can check out the fall event schedule here!
