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Parks & Recreation
Rittenhouse Square is one of Parks & Recreation.

1. Rittenhouse Square

9.3
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Rittenhouse Square · 182 tips and reviews
Eakins Oval is one of Parks & Recreation.

2. Eakins Oval

9.2
Eakins Oval (at Ben Franklin Pkwy), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Fairmount - Art Museum · 16 tips and reviews
South Beach is one of Parks & Recreation.

3. South Beach

Miami Beach, FL
Neighborhood · 529 tips and reviews
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is one of Parks & Recreation.

4. Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

9.1
1020 South St (at Alder St), Philadelphia, PA
Sculpture Garden · Washington Square West · 94 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: Explore Isiah Zagar's magical art space that seems to transform every time we visit. Admission is just a fiver, but you can support this local treasure by joining as an annual member, for just $25.

Rocky Statue is one of Parks & Recreation.

5. Rocky Statue

8.9
Ben Franklin Pkwy (at Eakins Oval), Philadelphia, PA
Outdoor Sculpture · West Philadelphia · 81 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: Though we personally don't care for a fictional athlete from 40 years ago, thousands still pose for photos here. Fun fact: though it looks good, Rocky's running route as pictured doesn't make sense.

Rittenhouse Square is one of Parks & Recreation.

6. Rittenhouse Square

9.3
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Rittenhouse Square · 182 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: One of the five original open-space parks in the city. Grab a bench and people-watch in this bustling square, then head to one of the surrounding sidewalk cafes for lunch.

Race Street Pier is one of Parks & Recreation.

7. Race Street Pier

9.3
N Columbus Blvd (at Race St), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Penn's Landing · 30 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: A perfect spot to relax on a sunny afternoon. The views here of the Ben Franklin bridge are unmatched and would make a great spot for painting or wedding photos.

Azalea Gardens is one of Parks & Recreation.

8. Azalea Gardens

7.8
Kelly Drive (at Waterworks Drive), Philadelphia, PA
Garden · West Philadelphia · 7 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: Located on the magnificent grounds of Philadelphia's Museum of Art, the azalea garden has over four acres of beautiful plants and flowers, just a short stroll away from the Water Works.

Boathouse Row is one of Parks & Recreation.

9. Boathouse Row

9.1
Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Harbor or Marina · West Philadelphia · 39 tips and reviews

ZipcarZipcar: Bring your bike or lace up your running shoes. This park is the perfect place to escape the city. (Without actually having to leave.)

Wissahickon Creek Trail is one of Parks & Recreation.

10. Wissahickon Creek Trail

8.8
Lincoln Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Hiking Trail · Northwest Philadelphia · 4 tips and reviews

Museum Without WallsMuseum Without Walls: Follow the Wissahickon Creek Trail to the gorge south of Livezey Dam to find ‘Fingerspan’ by Jody Pinto. The functional sculpture was lowered carefully into place by helicopter in 1987.

South Street Bridge is one of Parks & Recreation.

11. South Street Bridge

South St (at Schuylkill River), Philadelphia, PA
Bridge · University City · 16 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: The sidewalk of this newly-reconstructed bridge offers the best views of the city skyline. Walk or bike across day or night (thanks to the new light display) and don't forget to bring your camera.

JFK Plaza / Love Park is one of Parks & Recreation.

12. JFK Plaza / Love Park

8.8
1501 John F Kennedy Blvd (at N 15th St), Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Logan Square · 133 tips and reviews

Mural Arts P.Mural Arts Program: Take a tour of the Mural Arts Program's Love Letter murals, viewable from the Market-Frankford El! Guided tours leaving from Love Park every weekend. Read more.

Kendall Soccer Park is one of Parks & Recreation.

13. Kendall Soccer Park

7.5
8011 SW 127th Ave, Miami, FL
Other Great Outdoors · 9 tips and reviews