We were going to visit Gettysburg this year and thought maybe we would fly out of Philadelphia since it’s so close. Maybe see USS Olympia and Independence Hall.
Is that area just as dangerous as the rest of Philly? Any locals have an opinion? Temple doesn’t look that far away from Independence hall.
When you visit any major American city you need to follow third world city rules.
That means you must assume the natives are hostile—and maintain a high state of alert.
If you are not comfortable with that—then don’t visit.
My son worked at The Olympia for two years. He’s slight
and only once witnessed a problem.
I worked next door to Independence Hall on and off for 15+ years and never even had an interaction with an aggressor or even a homeless person. Even at night in that neighborhood (and surrounding ones) you’ll be safe.
Only caution I’d warn you about is the Parking Authority which relies on treachery, obfuscation, deceit, and chicanery. There’s a PA garage on 2nd street across from the Custom House that’s less than 10 minutes from each site. Nothing at all to worry about.
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