Visiting: Philly’s Most Historic Gardens

The 650-acre Tyler Arboretum, located just outside Philadelphia in Media, Delaware County, is one of the oldest and largest arboreta in the Northeast.   Credit: Photo by G. Widman for VISIT PHILADELPHIA

Visit Philly’s Most Historic Gardens

Visiting: Philly’s Most Historic GardensPhiladelphia, PA—A city steeped in history, Philadelphia also boasts a rich horticultural heritage that has blossomed since its founding by Quaker pioneer William Penn. Attracted by the promise of religious tolerance, Quakers flocked to this newfound city, seeking a deeper connection with God through nature's embrace. Today, this legacy thrives, with Philadelphia proudly claiming the title of America's garden capital.


Visiting The Haunted Cresson Sanatorium

Visiting The Haunted Cresson Sanatorium

Visiting The Haunted Cresson Sanatorium

Cresson Sanatorium Philadelphia, PA - One of Pennsylvania's most haunted destinations is the Cresson Sanatorium. This historic institution includes several buildings, including the hospital, sanatorium, and End of Life Building. Visitors can explore the grounds independently or join a tour guided by ghost hunters. Visiting the haunted sanatorium requires advance reservations through Ghost Hunts USA. You can reserve a spot online or through their Facebook page.


Philadelphia Top 10 Public & Private Garden's

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Philadelphia Top 10 Public & Private Garden's

After viewing the impressive collection of international art and artifacts inside the Penn Museum at the University of Pennsylvania, visitors can relax in the Warden Garden, complete with a classically designed Koi pond, expansive lawns and mosaics created by Louis Comfort Tiffany.Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia's art scene is a vibrant tapestry, where creativity spills beyond gallery walls and into the great outdoors. Many of the region's cultural institutions are nestled amidst enchanting gardens, tranquil woodlands, or serene meadows, offering visitors a multi-sensory experience that harmonizes art and nature.


Exploring The Abandoned Cresson State Prison

Exploring the Abandoned Cresson State Prison

Exploring the Abandoned Cresson State Prison

Abandoned Cresson State PrisonPhiladelphia, PA - This may be the perfect place to start if you've ever wanted to explore a former state prison.  Built in 1917 as a tuberculosis sanitorium, Cresson State Prison is a vast facility with various ancillary services. You'll find Tudor-style buildings, as well as modern industrial-style structures. Inside, you'll find chains-link fences and numbers.


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