We left Alexandria at about 9 on Saturday morning and got into Philly at about 11:30. We parked close to the Visitor Center and went there first. We went to get tickets to Independence Hall and found they were gone for the day. So, we headed out for the Liberty bell and found a huge line. Decided to save that for later. We next went to the Old City Hall, saw it, and proceeded to visit the other places around Independence Park. We wandered all the way out to the freeway where we found the memorial to the Irish immigrants and the people who died in the 1847 famine, known as Black 47. The information on the signs was interesting (though may have been partisan), about how Ireland had plenty of food besides potatoes – the English just took it all.
Lots of beautiful Fall trees and the late light was perfect for showing them off. The weather was great. Went back and saw the Liberty Bell – lots of buzz around there – the American Jewish History Museum was holding a grand opening gala $5000/plate dinner. We wandered to some old Churches and found one with a 4:30 Mass. It was done quickly since there was a wedding at 6. Tired, but satisfied with our day of wandering, we left for the Marriott R.I. we had booked at the airport (using points). It left something to be desired – close to the runway, queen bed, but we were comfortable.
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