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Further Distractions Italian Market Founded by Italian immigrants, over 125 years ago, the Italian Market in south Philadelphia is said to be the world’s largest outdoor food market and is a ‘must’ for foodies and people-watchers. Imported and domestic products range from cheeses, spices, meats and fresh pastas, along with dry goods. Many shops and restaurants are still run by original family members. South Ninth Street, between Wharton Street and Christian Street Tel: (215) 922 5557. Website: www.phillyitalianmarket.com Transport: Bus 47. Opening hours: Tues-Sat 0830-1700. Admission: Free. Fairmount Park Fairmount Park, by the Schuylkill River, is the largest landscaped city park in the USA, with 3600 hectares (8900 acres) of lush parkland and sights, such as the Japanese House and Garden and Boathouse Row – a string of mid-19th-century riverside buildings housing several rowing clubs. Dotted throughout the park are 18th- and 19th-century mansions, some of which can be toured. The park also houses the Philadelphia Zoo. Fairmount Park Tel: (215) 685 0051 or 684 7926, for tours Transport: SEPTA trolley 15 or the Plash bus. Philadelphia Zoo 34th Street and Girard Avenue Tel: (215) 243 1100. Website: www.philadelphiazoo.org Opening hours: Daily 0930-1700 (Feb-Nov); daily 1000-1600 (Dec-Jan). Admission: US$10.95, concessions available. |
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