Your Insider's Guide to Philadelphia
Philadelphia has lifted Covid-19 restrictions on capacity for businesses and events. The Windsor Suites remains committed to connecting our guests to the authentic local experiences of Philadelphia, while maintaining a healthy and safe travel experience.
Philly's Fall Favorites
Autumn is here and there are no shortage of fun fall activities in Philadelphia this year! Here are our favorites:
- Made in Philadelphia Fall Market at Dilworth Park - October 8-10, a short walk from The Windsor Suites.
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Autumn Wonderland at Morgan's Pier - Open seven days a week through October 30. Reservations recommended.
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Pumpkin picking at Linvilla Orchards Pumpkin Patch - Fun for the entire family, open until November 7. Tickets required for certain activities.
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Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary - 15 different spooky attractions, open until November 13.
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Boo at the Zoo at The Philadelphia Zoo - Open weekends until October 31,
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Oktoberfest at Craft Hall - 35,000 square feet of Oktoberfest fun! Open through October 10.
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Franklin Fright at the Franklin Institute - Enjoy their museum-wide indoor trick-or-treating adventure takes place every weekend through October 31.
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Spooky cocktails at Nightmare before Tinsel - Halloween-themed pop-up bar open through October 31.
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Spooky Mini Golf at Franklin Square - Nightly from 6-10pm through October 31.
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Candytopia's Halloween celebration in the Fashion District - The sweetest pop-up experience in Philadelphia, open through October 31.
Dining & Takeout Options
Restaurants are open for indoor and outdoor seating, and many offer great takeout options. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Vetri Cucina: Enjoy a four-course dinner tasting menu in their outdoor "Winter House", also available for takeout daily.
- Harp and Crown: Open daily for outdoor dinner and happy hour, as well as takeout and delivery.
- Zahav: Offering a five-course tasting menu in our outdoor heated Yurt Village. Available to American Express cardholders only.
- Parc: Traditional French bistro with outdoor dining on the street in Rittenhouse Square, open for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner.
- Philadelphia Brewing Company: Outdoor beer garden open Saturday and Sunday. To-go beer also available.
- Via Locusta: Philly classic open for heated outdoor dining. Serving dinner daily and weekend brunch.
- Harper's Garden: Two unique outdoor dining experiences, including individual greenhouses for 2-4 guests.
Museums & Cultural Sites
Many of Philadelphia’s museums have begun to reopen with new health and safety measures in place to keep visitors safe.
- Philadelphia Museum of Art - Open Friday-Monday, advance reservations are strongly recommended.
- Franklin Institute - Open Wednesday-Sunday, tickets must be purchased in advance.
- Mutter Museum - Open Thursday-Monday, online tickets required.
- Barnes Foundation - Open Friday-Monday, tickets must be purchased in advance.
- Independence Park - Indoor and outdoor spaces are open daily, no advance reservation required.
Local Markets
& Grocers
Perfect to pack a picnic or enjoy in our suites with full kitchens
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- Reading Terminal Market: One of the America’s oldest and largest public markets. Shop in person or order ahead through Mercato. Click here to see which vendors are open.
- Farmers Markets
- Rittenhouse Square: Saturdays from 11am-3pm (0.6 miles away)
- Fairmount: Thursdays from 3:30pm-7 pm (1.0 miles away)
- Fitler Square: Saturdays from 9:30 am-2 pm (1.1 miles away)
- Dibruno Brothers: European style marketplace offering fresh cheese, meat and seafood, as well as gourmet groceries, beer and wine. Open daily for curbside pickup and delivery.