Philadelphia for First-Timers — The Greatest Hits

Suraya

Iconic kickoff — All-day Levantine market, café and dining room with garden seating.

Run the steps, then actually go inside — the museum is world-class.

Amish pretzels, roast pork sandwiches and a century of vendors under one roof.

Where the Declaration was signed — small room, very large weight.

Zahav

Michael Solomonov's hummus and lamb shoulder — book a month out.

Isaiah Zagar's mirror-and-mosaic maze — half a city block of folk art.