FREE Philadelphia Attractions

Christ Church - This is "the nation's church" where George Washington, Betsy Ross, and Benjamin Franklin worshipped. 2nd and Market Streets, 215-922-1695, oldchristchurch.org

Edgar Allen Poe National Historic Site - Some of the author's most famous works were written here. 532 N. 7th Street, 215-597-8780, nps.gov/edal

Elfreth's Alley - Step back into the 1700's on the oldest continuously occupied residential street in the United States. 2nd Street, between Arch and Race Streets, 215-574-0560, Elfreth's Alley

Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church - The oldest piece of property continuously owned by African Americans. A small museum is located on the lower level, which contains the tomb of Richard Allen. 419 Richard Allen Avenue, 215-925-0616, motherbethel.org

Rodin Museum - This museum houses the largest collection of Rodin scultures and drawings outside Paris. 22nd Street and Ben Franklin Parkway, 215-568-6026, rodinmuseum.org

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - The only tomb in the United States built in memory of unknown Revolutionary War soldiers. Washington Sqaure, between 6th and 7th streets on Walnut Street

Chinatown's Friendship Gate - Experience the four-story symbol of the cultural exchange and friendship between Philadelphia and its sister city, Tianjin, China. The recently renovated Friendship Gate is the first authentic Chinese gate built in America by artisans from China. 10th and Arch Streets

Masonic Temple - The birthplace of freemasonry in America, the towering temple is the home of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania. Ths majestic temple attracts thousands of visitors each year with its bronze sphinxes, grand foyer, and Tennessee-marble staircase. Tours are available. 1 N. Broad Street, 215-988-1900, Masonic Temple