Relaxing in Philadelphia

Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Philadelphia. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Explore the Poquessing Creek Trail Ruins or head to the Navy Yard, perfect for bike riding. Check out these and many more local gems here for a relaxing time in Philadelphia.

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Laurel Hill Cemetery

I see dead people

"Laurel Hill Cemetery" in Philadelphia is equal parts public garden, sculpture park, historical campus and graveyard. It's a truly special spot...

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Andrea

Szyper

Mar 17, 2025

Spruce Street Harbor Park

Pop-up summer park

"Spruce Street Harbor Park" is a true gift of the city of Philadelphia to its citizens, an ode to summer itself... I'll be there in a hammock!

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Bars
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Restaurants

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Cara

Jo Castellino

Feb 25, 2025

Bio Pond U. Penn

Urban oasis in West Philly

The James G. Kaskey Memorial Park in Philly (known by locals as the Bio Pond) was University of Penn’s first botanic garden. Makes for a romantic date...

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Relaxing

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Bronwyn

Lepore

Feb 15, 2025

Poquessing Creek Trail Ruins

Prison farm ruins

These old farm ruins outside Northern Philadelphia are covered in graffiti and belong to a now-abandoned prison...

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Relaxing

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Holly

Miller

Feb 5, 2025

Two Persons Coffee

Excellent coffee zen space

"Two Persons Coffee" in Philadelphia is in a building that used to be a public vocational school, and its furniture was salvaged to complement the cafe...

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Bronwyn

Lepore

Feb 4, 2025

St. Marks Episcopal Church

Center city oasis

"St. Marks Episcopal Church" in Philadelphia is just beautiful. Even though I'm not religious, I have enjoyed many free classical music concerts here...

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Music
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Bronwyn

Lepore

Feb 4, 2025

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