Gay Philadelphia
The birthplace of “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness", Philadelphia was founded more than 300 years ago by William Penn on principles of equality and freedom of expression. Today, the "City of Brotherly Love" is a welcoming place for all LGBTQ+ travelers.
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The Gayborhood, Philly's premier LGBTQ district, is located centrally from Chestnut to Pine street, between 11th and Broad. This area boasts its own unique architecture with narrow, tree-lined, cobblestone streets, and brick townhouses and apartment buildings sprinkled among bookshops, coffee shops, restaurants, gay bars, and clubs. The city is the home of the global Equality Forum each year and is partly the reason for the increasingly positive attitude towards equality in Philadelphia. The Pride Day LGBT Parade and Festival takes place every year here, too.
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Best Time to Visit Philadelphia
The best time to visit Philadelphia is from March to May. During this time, room rates are reasonable and there are not as many tourists so you can enjoy all of the city's popular attractions.
Top Things to See and Do in Philadelphia
MUST DO Philadelphia Attractions & Activities
Philadelphia is a wonderful travel destination for any history buff. Make sure to visit Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where both the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were debated and adopted. A trip to Philly would not be complete without seeing the famed Liberty Bell, whose chime changed the world!
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With more public art than any other American city, Philadelphia is heaven for the artsy gay traveler. Gay Philly has an astounding collection of museums, galleries, and musical venues to keep travelers busy and engaged. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest in the United States with over 200 galleries and a collection of more than 227,000 works of art.
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Food-savvy gay travelers will not be disappointed in Gay Philly. Treat yourself to an unforgettable gourmet meal and enjoy the world-famous Philly Cheesesteak.
MUST EAT Philadelphia Gay-Friendly Dining
Amada
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Bona fide chef Chef Jose Garces introduces the city’s only authentic Spanish tapas bar and restaurant. Specialties of the house include Paella Valenciana for two, tapas a la plancha, and a variety of sangria.
Vetri Cucina
A rustic thirteen-table dining room located in Center City Philadelphia, Vetri specializes in authentic Northern Italian dining featuring homemade pasta. A la carte, as well as a tasting menu, are available.
Bud & Marilyn's
With a retro vibe and a killer happy hour, this is one of The Gayborhood's most beloved spots.
MUST VISIT: Philadelphia Gay-Friendly Bars & Nightlife
Woody's
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As one of Philly's oldest gay bars, Woody's occupies a special place in our hearts. Prepare yourself for a packed dance floor on the weekends.
Tavern on Camac
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Showtunes sing-alongs, anyone? This piano lounge is perfect for a night of entertainment, whether you hang downstairs with the crooners or head to the upstairs dance floor.
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