The Rittenhouse Hotel Blog
Attention, music lovers: The Made in America Festival will be returning to Philadelphia on Labor Day weekend. Now in its fifth year of showcasing some of the biggest names in the industry, this Jay Z produced, Budweiser sponsored music-and-culture experience will be taking over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on September 3 and 4, 2016. The
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Staying at our hotel in Philadelphia puts you in the middle of history. Celebrate the storming of the Bastille at Philadelphia’s own historic prison, The Eastern State Penitentiary. This old prison was once the most famous and expensive in the world. The grand architecture, empty guard towers, and crumbling cell-blocks give it a haunting atmosphere.
Be witness to history during your stay at The Rittenhouse Hotel. The Democratic National Convention 2016 is coming to Philadelphia, and the location of our hotel in bustling Center City will be a focal point for travelers in attendance. The convention itself, held at the Wells Fargo Center and the Pennsylvania Convention Center July 25–28,
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From street food specialties to the best of the art world, festival season in Philly knows how to deliver. A globe-spanning array of offerings comes to the city each year, satiating the passions of every kind of reveler imaginable. Foodies will find much to savor throughout the city, while art lovers will be able to
It’s almost time for the Penn Relays (also known as Penn Relays Carnival). Founded in 1895, the Relays are not only one of the oldest and largest track and field competitions in the United States, but one of the most iconic events hosted in Philadelphia each year. Visit the Penn Relays while staying with us
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As Center City brightens with the arrival of spring, being out and about downtown becomes more enticing for anyone traveling to Philadelphia. This is just as true for business professionals and event planners, who can more easily get out and enjoy the city’s best dining venues and bars after their conferences and events. And for
On Sunday, January 31st from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., we will open up the doors to our legendary wine cellar and select some of the most unique and rare wines from our private collection to share with you. We invite you to explore the vast world of wine with us. From the most historic
Feel the true spirit of the season and enjoy the festive holiday atmosphere at Macy’s Christmas Light Show at Macy’s City Center. Taking place now through December 31, this enchanting attraction has delighted local families for decades, and is a must-do for many in the area. Macy’s Grand Atrium is lavishly decorated with 100,000 glistening
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This isn’t your average ice skating rink. Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is a complete riverfront winter wonderland, that transforms Penn’s Landing into the top attraction in the city. From now through March 6, 2016, this event will be open to merry-makers and revelers. Along with an Olympic-size ice skating rink, you’ll find a ski chalet-style
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Whether you’re searching for a cashmere scarf, an original work of art or that perfect piece of jewelry, you’ll have plenty of options for holiday shopping this season in Philadelphia. Here are some of our favorite markets and malls: The Shops at Liberty Place – This classic indoor mall is conveniently located downtown and features
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