If you’re visiting family or friends in Philly, or you’re on vacation, the fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down. Nor does the nightlife begin and end with a glass of something on the rocks. Some of the best things to do in Philadelphia at night include moonlight movies, moonlight dinner cruises, peeking at the Founding Fathers in Independence Hall, and more.
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Alongside the Delaware River, the trees in Harbor Park are lit with bright lights at night. Attached to the trees are multi-colored hammocks. Relax from a long day of sight-seeing, watch the other park-goers, or just hang out for the fun of it. The park is open from spring to fall.
First Friday
The city’s galleries, shops, restaurants, and other merchants exhibit their wares on the first Friday of every month. It’s epic. There’s music, food, and all sorts of goodies, people watching, and free drinks between Front Street and Third, Market Street and Vine.
Moonlight Movies
During the summer, the attractions that are open during the day morph into midnight fun. Another one of the best things to do in Philadelphia at night includes checking out Philadelphia’s Historic District. Here you’ll find Fringe Arts, Betsy Ross House, and Penn’s Landing. These offer outdoor films on different nights, they’re free, and they range from classic movies to today’s newest films. Bring a picnic supper with you from any of the incredible restaurants and bistros in Philly.
Independence Hall
Why would anyone want to walk into a historic building during the day when they can peek into it at night? Enjoy an authentic colonial dinner at City Tavern. Then step into Independence Hall to learn how our founding fathers thought about things.
One Liberty Observation Deck allows you to view all of the best parts of Philadelphia and more.
