{"id":53430,"date":"2016-06-22T12:25:49","date_gmt":"2016-06-22T16:25:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=53430"},"modified":"2025-09-02T00:17:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T04:17:48","slug":"best-things-to-do-philadelphia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/53430\/best-things-to-do-philadelphia\/","title":{"rendered":"Quaker vs. Shaker: The Best Things to Do in Philadelphia and Cleveland This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Planning a trip to the party convention towns? Here’s what you need to know\u00a0before visiting the\u00a0Rock and Roll Capital of the World, which welcomes the Republican National Convention on\u00a0July 18-21, and the City of Brotherly Love, hosting\u00a0the Democratic National Convention on\u00a0July 25-28.<\/p>\n

With political rivalry so thick you could cut it with a knife, how about a little friendly match-up\u00a0between the two cities? Both places\u00a0have comprehensive public transportation networks and brand-new bike share programs, making them practically perfect car-free destinations. Whether you\u2019re in town to participate in the political process or just enjoy the urban charms, see how Philadelphia and Cleveland go head-to-head in a Quaker v. Shaker showdown.<\/p>\n

The Best Active Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Part

Philly<\/strong>: Fairmount Park\u2019s<\/a> acres of natural landscapes offer creeks for fishing and stone skipping and seemingly endless trails for horseback riding, deep-woods rambles and off-road cycling. With 435 miles of designated bike lanes and a spanking new Indego bike share<\/a>, pedal power is taking this city by storm.\u00a0Part of Philadelphia\u2019s 4,400-acre Fairmount Park, Valley Green is located along the Wissahickon Creek. Visitors to the park often partake in fishing, biking and hiking activities.<\/p>\n

Cleveland<\/strong>: This city\u2019s 18 parks are known as the Emerald Necklace and present a slice of wilderness within the city limits. Lake Erie is an aquatic playground that shouldn\u2019t be overlooked. Edgewater Park\u2019s beach is fine for a refreshing dip and Rocky River Reservation is the place to rent single and tandem kayaks.<\/p>\n

The Don\u2019t Miss Attraction<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Liberty

Philly<\/strong>: Independence National Historical Park<\/a> includes Independence Hall, the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. It\u2019s also home to the Liberty Bell Center<\/a>, where you may fawn over this international symbol of freedom.<\/p>\n

Cleveland<\/strong>: Immerse yourself in the evolving story of rock music when you visit the I.M. Pei-designed Rock & Roll Hall of Fame<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Top Museum Pick<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Cleveland

Philly<\/strong>: This city is home to a slew of world-class art museums, but the massive\u00a0Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/a> is the sentimental (and Rocky\u2019s) favorite.<\/p>\n

Cleveland<\/strong>: The freshly renovated Cleveland Museum of Art\u2019s<\/a> Egyptian collection is spellbinding and admission is always free<\/p>\n

The Best Eats<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Cody

Philly<\/strong>: The iconic Philadelphia cheesesteak sandwich, a crusty roll piled high with thinly sliced beef and topped with gooey melted cheese best had\u00a0at Sonny’s<\/a>, is rarely successfully duplicated outside the city limits.<\/p>\n

Cleveland<\/strong>: Pierogi, those moon-shaped dumplings stuffed with a variety of hearty fillings and saut\u00e9ed in butter, pay homage to Cleveland\u2019s numerous Eastern European settlers. Dig in to a plate of these hefty beauties at\u00a0West Side Market<\/a>, feeding hungry residents and visitors for generations.<\/p>\n

The Best Hotel for Politicos<\/strong><\/p>\n

Philly<\/strong>: The luxurious\u00a0Hyatt at The Bellevue\u2019s design is a modern interpretation of classic Philadelphia that recalls the city\u2019s rich political story.<\/p>\n

Cleveland<\/strong>: The new\u00a0Kimpton Schofield is located in a 1902 building, walking distance to Cleveland\u2019s major attractions. Step outside the front door and you have immediate access to public transportation options, including the free downtown trolley system.<\/p>\n

For more information, go to Visitphilly.com<\/a> and thisiscleveland.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Photo credits: Rocky River Reservation, R. Kennedy and K. Ciappa for\u00a0<\/em>Visit Philadelpia and Cody York for ThisisCleveland.com<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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