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[quote=Anonymous]Philadelphia--It is SUPER easy to take the train up.   I found it easy to walk to everything I wanted to see, but if they are less active, cabs are easy to catch too.

http://www.easternstate.org/   No longer a functioning prison, it is a very interesting self guided tour.   There are also guides in various parts that will give brief talks, answer questions, etc.    I'd allow about 3 hours for a visit here.

http://www.rodinmuseum.org/   So Rodin was French, not American, but still a great museum--small, you'll only need an hour or less here

http://www.nps.gov/inde/historyculture/stories-libertybell.htm  I can't imagine visiting Philly and not seeing the Liberty Bell and other parts of Independence Hall.    Timed tickets are free if you obtain them at the park the morning of your visit, or you can reserve them in advance for $1.50.    Personally, since that is such a small fee I would do it in advance just for easier planning.

http://www.visitphilly.com/music-art/philadelphia/love-statue/  "LOVE" sign in JFK plaza

The "Rocky Steps" and statue are in front of the Art museum.    Unless they are REALLY into art, it's probably not necessary for them to visit the art museum--they can see the statue and steps from outside without going into the museum...oh, and from the steps there is a beautiful view of the Philly skyline--lots of people take pictures there (weddings, etc.)

http://www.readingterminalmarket.org/   Fun place to grab lunch or a snack

I think for someone who is in decent shape, and wearing good walking shoes, all of these are within walking distance of the train station.    But I think I might have a higher tolerance for walking than most people ;)
   Would this trip to Philadelphia just be them, or you and the kids too?   I wouldn't expect a 4 year old to be able walk the whole distance.

How are they getting to NYC?   Since Philly is roughly half way between NYC and DC, it would work well to take the train up to Philly early one morning spend the day touring Philly, spend the night in a hotel, then take the train to NYC the next day...
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