Philadelphia Art & culture

Art and Culture tips from our local Spotters!

Uniquely selected spots by our very own local spotters. Philadelphia is absolutely bustling with art and culture! Art galleries, exhibitions, museums, contemporary art, and cultural experiences. Our local guide will guide you through the wonderful art and culture scene in Philadelphia.

Spotted by Locals
Merchant Exchange Philadelphia

Merchant Exchange – Greek Revival architecture

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Contrafuerte Philadelphia

Contrafuerte – Outdoor sculpture

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Rosenbach Museum Philadelphia

Rosenbach Museum – For literature lovers

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Abstract Mural Callowhill Philadelphia

Abstract Mural Callowhill – Artist Tim McFarlane

By: Bronwyn Lepore
The Modern Republic Philadelphia

The Modern Republic – Midcentury home decor

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Lil Nas X Mural Gayborhood Philadelphia

Lil Nas X Mural Gayborhood – LGBTQ icon

By: Bronwyn Lepore
St. Marks Episcopal Church Philadelphia

St. Marks Episcopal Church – Center city oasis

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Philly Knits Yarn Bombers Philadelphia

Philly Knits Yarn Bombers – Knitted street art

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Giant Frog Philadelphia

Giant Frog – Sculpture

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Columbus Square Park Philadelphia

Columbus Square Park – Dogs, kids, sports

By: Bronwyn Lepore
Poquessing Creek Trail Ruins Philadelphia

Poquessing Creek Trail Ruins – Prison farm ruins

By: Holly Miller
We the Youth Philadelphia

We the Youth – Keith Haring mural

By: Andrea Szyper
Dream Garden Philadelphia

Dream Garden – Beautiful free art

By: Jeff Landis
Wagner Free Institute of Science Philadelphia

Wagner Free Institute of Science – History saved

By: Jeff Landis
Wood Street Steps Philadelphia

Wood Street Steps – Walk in the past

By: Jeff Landis
Fairmount Water Works Philadelphia

Fairmount Water Works – Water works for me

By: Jeff Landis
Philly's Rail Park Philadelphia

Philly’s Rail Park – Old tracks become new trail

By: Jeff Landis
Free Library authors series Philadelphia

Free Library authors series – Feed your mind

By: Jeff Landis

Our Local Spotters in Philadelphia

Our handpicked locals live & love in Philadelphia and speak the local language.

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    Liz

    Social worker, beverage enthusiast, optimist. Philly is a young and student-friendly city...
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  • Jeff Landis photo

    Jeff

    Philly has everything you could want in a city. I was born just outside it and have never left!
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    Rob

    I feel like I must have been an explorer in a past life. Philly is becoming more and more popular..
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    Cara Jo

    Trying new and different foods is my vice.. Philadelphia is truly the city of “Brotherly Love”.
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  • Doug Daub photo

    Doug

    I'm a realtor in Philly, have a traveling job, drive Uber and Lyft & teach tennis on occasion...
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  • Holly Miller photo

    Holly

    Travel professional, writer & photographer. After moving far away, now I'm back in Philly for good.
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  • Andrea Szyper photo

    Andrea

    Philadelphia is so rich with history, culture, and art. This city has something for everyone!
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  • Bronwyn Lepore photo

    Bronwyn

    I moved to Philadelphia when I was 18 to study filmmaking and fell in love with the city...
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