Being in the heart of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Convention Center is within walking distance to hotel rooms, restaurants, shops, and interestingly, historic landmarks. The facility underwent an expansion that was completed in 2011, and has more than 2 million square feet of total space and hosts nearly 250 events each year.
Where to Eat
Pat's King of Steaks
When your in Philly, you have to experience a Philly cheesesteak. Pat's King of Steaks founder is the originator of the Cheesesteak Sandwich in 1930, open 24/7. Order like a local saying "one whiz wit" which meaning with cheese and fried onions or "one provy wit'out" meaning with provolone cheese without onions.
www.patskingofsteaks.comWhere to Visit
Reading Terminal Market
One of America's largest and oldest public markets since 1893, located right across from the convention center. Stroll through hundreds of merchants, included local farms, restaurants and houseware goods. The market is open daily from 8am to 6pm.
readingterminalmarket.org