<p>מהקצה השפיצי של בניין האמפייר סטייט בניו יורק, דרך הדיונות הסוחפות של עמק המוות בקליפורניה &ndash; ארצות הברית היא ארץ של ניגודים וקיצונויות &ndash; ואפשרויות בלתי מוגבלות. אל תפספסו את הערים הסואנות ומלאות החיים והאתרים העולמיים המפורסמים בהן &ndash; גשר שער הזהב בסן פרנסיסקו, רחובות מיאמי שטופי השמש, הסטייל הקריאולי המיוחד של ניו אורלינס, או הטבע המרהיב שבפארקים המגוונים. תוכלו לחוות הכל בעצמכם או עם מדריכים, לבלוע עיר כמו ניו יורק שהיא עולם ומלואו, לצאת למסע מחוף לחוף, להתרשם מיפי העיירות הציוריות של ניו אינגלנד, מפלי הניאגרה בצפון מדינת ניו יורק, לעבור בערים שהן תחנות חובה בהיסטוריה של המוזיקה, הטכנולוגיה והכלכלה העולמית ועוד. מי שמחפש חוויות בגוון שונה לגמרי יוכל להרחיק צפונה עד לאלסקה הפראית, או להתפנק על חופי הוואי הבתוליים. ארצות הברית מציעה כל כך הרבה למבקרים, שנדמה שאין תייר שיוכל להכיל את כולה בזמן-חיים אחד. אז חבל על הזמן &ndash; ביחרו יעד וצאו לדרך!</p>

ארצות הברית

מהקצה השפיצי של בניין האמפייר סטייט בניו יורק, דרך הדיונות הסוחפות של עמק המוות בקליפורניה – ארצות הברית היא ארץ של ניגודים וקיצונויות – ואפשרויות בלתי מוגבלות. אל תפספסו את הערים הסואנות ומלאות החיים והאתרים העולמיים המפורסמים בהן – גשר שער הזהב בסן פרנסיסקו, רחובות מיאמי שטופי השמש, הסטייל הקריאולי המיוחד של ניו אורלינס, או הטבע המרהיב שבפארקים המגוונים.

One of the best places in the United States to visit if you want a sense of the nation's roots, Old City is a neighborhood in Central City Philadelphia known for its antiquated charm and many historic sites. Wander down the narrow cobblestone streets and you'll feel like you're stepping through a time warp into 18th century colonial America.

Perhaps the most popular destination in Old City is Elfreth's Alley, one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in the country. Owners of the historic homes along this alley take pride in the old-fashioned exteriors of their homes, some of which are nearly 300 years old. Also worth checking out is The Betsy Ross house, supposedly the site where the first American flag was stitched.

Philadelphia Old City

Few places in the United States offer as much historical and cultural legacy as the Philadelphia Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Located across the street from one another, the two landmarks serve as the most potent symbols of the American revolution and the birth of the young nation. 
Independence Historical National Park is the home to both Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. While the Bell was rung at several key moments of the American independence movement, today it is more famous for its symbolic message of universal liberty than its functional purpose. 
In addition to the two main attractions, Independence National Historical Park is also the home of several other sites associated with the American Revolution. This 45-acre park comprises much of the historic downtown area of Philadelphia. 

Liberty Bell Center

Spanning 55 acres and bridging two neighborhoods -- Old City and Society Hill – this national park is often called “America’s most historic square mile” for encompassing many of Philadelphia’s most famous historical landmarks. These include Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the Liberty Bell Center; Franklin Court; the First and Second Banks of the United States; and the National Constitution Center, among many others. Visitors should plan to spend one to two days in the park in order to visit several of these sites and explore the extensive grounds.

By the time City Hall was completed in 1901, Old City – a couple of miles to the east -- began to lose its importance as a cultural center. Between 1915 and the late 1940s, a park was proposed as a means of salvaging and promoting what leaders of both the city and the state saw as vital to Philadelphia’s place in American history.

Independence National Historical Park

One of the country’s first science museums, the Franklin Institute takes its name from inventor and former Philadelphian Benjamin Franklin. Today, it serves as an entertaining and educational destination for visitors of all ages—its hands-on exhibits, temporary exhibitions, planetarium, and other offerings make it a family-friendly must.The BasicsFounded in 1824 and spread across three floors, the Franklin Institute is Pennsylvania’s most-visited museum—no surprise, given its wealth of activities and exhibitions designed to encourage curiosity. Experience its exhibits, which range from a SportsZone and rooftop Joel N. Bloom Observatory to the museum’s famed immersive Giant Heart. Test your skills at either of its two escape rooms, and visit the IMAX Dome Theater and 60-foot-wide (18-meter-wide) Fels Planetarium. Prebook tickets to avoid lines at the door.Things to Know Before You GoSave time and prebook general museum access—as well as tickets to screenings, temporary exhibitions, and special events—online or over the phone.The Franklin Foodworks on-site cafeteria is open daily for lunch, and offers a range of options; the museum also hosts an express dining kiosk.The Franklin Institute’s free mobile app makes it easy to plan a museum visit; it also lets you explore the galleries using virtual-reality features.The Benjamin Franklin National Memorial is located directly within the museum’s rotunda.The Franklin Institute is accessible to wheelchair users and has wheelchairs available to rent.How to Get ThereThe Franklin Institute is located on Logan Square. It’s served by numerous bus lines, including the 7, 32, 33, 38, and 49. It's about a half-mile (.8 kilometers) from Suburban Station and the 19th Street trolley station, for a five-minute walk. Alternatively, reach the museum by car (the museum has a paid, on-site parking garage), by bike, or on foot.When to Get ThereThe Franklin Institute is open daily from morning to early evening, with last admission an hour and a half before close. It is also open Thursday–Saturday evenings. The museum is closed annually on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. As it offers a busy schedule of special events, as well as temporary exhibitions, it’s worth planning repeat visits.Events at the Franklin InstituteIn addition to its temporary exhibitions, the Franklin Institute hosts a wide range of special events. Highlights include live-science demonstrations, special after-hours openings, an ongoing speaker series, night-sky observatory activities, film screenings, and more.

The Franklin Institute Science Museum

Sandwiched between Columbus Boulevard and the Delaware River on the east side of Philadelphia, Penn's Landing is skinny in shape but important in stature. The waterfront area served as the 1682 landing spot for William Penn, founder of the Pennsylvania colony, making it a must-see spot for any American history buff.

Penn's Landing

Perfect for those with kids looking for a break from historical sites, the Philadelphia Zoo is a great and easy place to spend an afternoon. Over 1,300 different animals, many of them rare and endangered, call this zoo home. The Philadelphia Zoo is recognized world wide for successfully breeding animals that are difficult to breed in captivity.
Whether you take the kids to check out Carnivore Kingdom, The Reptile and Amphibian House, Big Cat Falls, or the Rare Animal Conservation Center, the Philadelphia Zoo offers you rare glimpses of animals you wouldn't be able to see anywhere else. And seeing as it is in Philadelphia, the zoo of course has some historical significance as well- it was the nation's first zoo. 

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