• Introduction
• 1. Boston
• 2. Cape Cod, Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard
• 3. Chicago
• 4. Mount Rushmore
• 5. Philadelphia
• 6. Queen Mary 2
• 7. San Diego
• 8. San Juan Islands
• 9. U.S. Virgin Islands
• 10. Washington, D.C.

Philadelphia

Where better to celebrate America’s independence than in the city of our nation’s birth – Philadelphia? The old stomping grounds of the Founding Fathers, this history-rich city lays claim to being the place where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were both drafted. More than 200 years later, Philadelphians are still ready to get all riled up in the name of independence, with a superb week-long celebration. Start off your visit to the city of Brotherly Love by visiting its most iconic symbol of freedom, the Liberty Bell; it, and the historic sites in Independence Mall will have extended viewing hours over the holiday. Once you’re done with the history, it’s all about music and fun: expect free concerts, a July 4th parade, and fireworks you can watch above the Art Museum while listening to five-time Grammy winner John Legend.

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