{"id":461,"date":"2022-12-30T16:00:08","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T16:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flytographer.com\/blog\/best-places-to-take-photos-philadelphia\/"},"modified":"2022-12-30T16:00:08","modified_gmt":"2022-12-30T16:00:08","slug":"best-places-to-take-photos-philadelphia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/best-places-to-take-photos-philadelphia\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Places to Take Photos in Philadelphia"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Photo Spots in Philadelphia<\/b><\/h2>\n

The city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is widely regarded as the birthplace of American democracy. Also known as the City of Brotherly Love and affectionately called Philly by locals, the city has an incredibly rich history, all very apparent in its multiple heritage buildings, parks and monuments. Considered one of the<\/span> most beautiful<\/span><\/a> cities in the United States, Philly is also a wonderland with the best photo ops you can think of. The hard part is knowing where to point the camera. Worry not: this blog will show you the top five places to take photos in Philadelphia. \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8<\/span><\/p>\n

Here at<\/span> Flytographer<\/span><\/a>, we easily connect people with trusted photographers for fun photo shoots and have captured over three million memories worldwide. Today, we asked our local photographers in Philadelphia to show us around all the best spots for pictures.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Photo: Flytographer in Philadelphia.<\/span><\/a><\/strong> <\/strong>Angelo<\/em><\/span> and partner capture a couples trip together in Philadelphia at the Rodin Museum with a couple photoshoot. <\/span> <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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  1. Liberty Bell.<\/strong><\/a> The most iconic bell in the whole of North America, a symbol of freedom and hope for millions.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Rodin Museum<\/a>.<\/strong> One of the world\u2019s largest collections of Auguste Rodin\u2019s artworks, housed in an elegant Beaux-Arts palace with a stunning garden.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Franklin Square<\/a>.<\/strong> One of William Penn\u2019s original five public parks, this urban oasis is a favourite of locals and tourists alike.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Elfreth\u2019s Alley<\/a>.<\/strong> The oldest continuously inhabited street in the United States will take you back to the eighteenth century.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Race Street Pier<\/a>.<\/strong> A modern urban intervention in an old pier that\u2019s become a beloved public waterfront park.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    1. Liberty Bell<\/b><\/h2>\n

    With its preeminent crack, the two-thousand-pound Liberty Bell, perhaps the most iconic bell in North America, is full of symbolism. \ud83d\udd14 Its inscription \u201cProclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants thereof\u201d relates to many important aspects of American history, such as the country\u2019s independence from Great Britain and the anti-slavery movement. To this day, the famous crack is still subject to debate. Some historians believe it happened when the bell was first tested in 1752, shortly after it arrived in Philadelphia. <\/span><\/p>\n

    The Liberty Bell originally hung in the tower of Independence Hall, but in 2003, it was moved to a smaller and much more modern building right in front of it, the Liberty Bell Center, where it\u2019s kept in a glass chamber for anyone to admire up close. The chamber is a great vantage point for dramatic shots of the bell with Independence Hall in the background. \u200b\u200b\ud83d\udc4c<\/span><\/p>\n

    Speaking of which, Independence Hall itself is well worth the visit. Its remarkable brick facade is a classic example of the Georgian style typical of one of the best places to take photos in Philadelphia. Still, it\u2019s about more than just the looks. This is one of the most important buildings in the country, where the Declaration of Independence was signed and the U.S. Constitution drafted. Have we mentioned that Philly exudes history in every corner?<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Flytographer in Philadelphia.<\/span><\/a><\/strong> <\/strong>Grace<\/em><\/span> and family capture a day together in Philadelphia with a family photoshoot. <\/span> <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    2. The Rodin Museum<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Opened in 1929 in an elegant Beaux-Arts building on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, this small museum contains one of the world\u2019s largest collections of Auguste Rodin\u2019s artworks outside France. The Rodin Museum is a peaceful place that invites contemplation. What better way to do it than admiring over one hundred sculptures, paintings, drawings and studies by the French master? \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83c\udfa8<\/span><\/p>\n

    With eight additional artworks, the garden of the museum is also wonderful for more artistic inspiration. On the portico, you\u2019ll find <\/span>The Gates of Hell<\/span><\/i>. Don\u2019t be spooked by its name; this monumental bronze sculpture depicting scenes of the biblical \u201cInferno\u201d is a great photo background. Framing the sculpture are two other important pieces, <\/span>The Age of Bronze<\/span><\/i> and <\/span>Eve<\/span><\/i>. Everything faces a stunning reflecting pool. The classical allure of this space is enhanced by an original version of the famous <\/span>The Thinker<\/span><\/i>. This is a great spot to relax when the weather is nice, and everything gets even more wonderful with the cherry trees in full bloom. \ud83c\udf38 <\/span><\/p>\n

    For more great art, head to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a beautiful Neoclassical building in the heart of the old city. Don\u2019t be surprised if you see people racing up the steps of the frontal staircase and punching the air when they reach the top. This spot is known as \u201cRocky Steps\u201d and was immortalized by Sylvester Stallone\u2019s triumphant scene in the 1976 film <\/span>Rocky<\/span><\/i> \u2014 one of the greatest moments in film history. \ud83e\udd4a<\/span><\/p>\n

    Surrounding the museum is Fairmount Park, a group of parks cut by the Schuylkill River, where you\u2019ll find the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden, the instagrammable boathouse row and the Belmont Plateau. The last one is an open grassy hill from where you can take the best photos of Philly\u2019s skyscrapers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Flytographer in Philadelphia.<\/span><\/a><\/strong> <\/strong>Megan<\/em><\/span> and partner celebrate their engagement together in Philadelphia with a couple photoshoot. <\/span> <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    3. Franklin Square<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Located close to Liberty Bell is Franklin Square, one of William Penn\u2019s five original public parks in Philadelphia<\/span>. With great lawns and shady trees, Franklin Square feels like an oasis right in the city centre. The park revolves around a beautiful fountain, one of the oldest in the country, built in 1838 it\u2019s one of the best places to take photos in Philadelphia. The fountain gains an extra touch of magic in the evenings with a beautiful water, light and sound show. \u26f2<\/span><\/p>\n

    Near the fountain is Parx Liberty Carousel. This photogenic retro structure is a fine example of Philly\u2019s carousel-making tradition. Some of its horses were modelled after famous racehorses from the past. In the park, you\u2019ll also find one of the \u201cOnce Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches,\u201d a bench around which professional storytellers gather people to tell short tales about the square and the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Fancy a snack? You\u2019re in the right place. Surrounded by the greenery, SquareBurger is a fast-food shack offering many American favourites, including a local classic: the Philly Cheesesteak. \u200b\u200b\ud83d\ude0b<\/span><\/p>\n

    Franklin Square is a few steps from Chinatown, where you\u2019ll find a bustling showcase of Chinese and other Asian cultures and cuisines. Other parks worth visiting in the area known as Center City are Rittenhouse Square, Dilworth Park and Love Park, all very near Philadelphia City Hall. You can head to the observation deck of City Hall for panoramic views of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Although not a park, Philadelphia\u2019s Magic Gardens, on the edge of South Philly, is a stunning open-air installation by award-winning mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar \u2014 one of the most instagrammable places in town, no doubt.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Flytographer in Philadelphia.<\/strong><\/span><\/a> Craig and family explore Philadelphia with a family photoshoot. <\/span> <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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