This museum is a combination of two historic homes: the home of the 17th century artist Frans Snyders and his neighbour, mayor Nicolaas Rockox. The permanent exhibition brings together masterpieces from Jan Fyt, Cornelis Massijs, Peter Paul Rubens, Jan Sanders van Hemessen, Hans III Jordaens, Jacob Jordaens, Maerten de Vos, David Teniers, Quentin Matsys, Joachim Patinir, Frans Snyders himself, Lucas Faydherbe, Paulus Pontius and Lambert Lombard. In the other rooms, you can admire art cabinets, sculptures, tapestries and ceramics.

At this historic Philadelphia indoor farmers' market, you can browse through a wide array of shops selling everything from fresh produce to artisanal cheeses, flowers, and handmade crafts. Be sure to indulge in lunch from one of the many diverse food stalls, featuring an eclectic mix of options like corn dogs, Middle Eastern specialties, Thai dishes, hearty burgers, and zesty Cajun cuisine.

Step away from the rush of modern life and immerse yourself in a simpler, slower-paced way of life on this unique day trip from Philadelphia. As you journey through Lancaster County’s rolling farmlands, you’ll witness horse-drawn buggies share the road with cars, a tangible sign of the community’s dedication to tradition. A visit to the Amish Village Museum provides deeper insights into the daily life and beliefs of the Amish—from their meticulous craftsmanship to their intentional rejection of modern conveniences. You’ll also have the chance to shop for handmade quilts, enjoy homemade pies, and perhaps even chat with a local farmer as they tend to their fields.

Dating back to 1703, Elfreth’s Alley is often hailed as the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the United States. Go back in time by walking down its narrow, cobblestone lane, where Federal and Georgian-style homes still stand proudly as relics of a bygone era. At numbers 124 and 126, you’ll find a small museum offering a glimpse into the daily lives of working-class Philadelphians during the colonial era.