REVIEWS
- Went there for an Asian American Event ( apologies forgetting the actual name of the event) in addition with many stories, people, and different professions. The Speaker Leth Oun was there telling his life story in addition & connection with his book " A Refugee's American Dream " from No house , no job in Cambodia to now In America, Working in the White House
- Riesige Stadthalle auf der der Stadtgründer William Penn verewigt wurde. Das Gebäude liegt mitten in der Stadt und wird stetig von Autos umfahren. Nicht der beste Ort. Das Gebäude ist aber einzigartig und wunderschön.
- My visit is spectacular!!!
Today is May 8, 2023. The Observation Deck of the City Hall has been closed since the pandemic began, but today, it reopens! I joined the tour at 12 p.m., and we are literally the first group to experience the Observation Deck that has been closed for 3 years. My tour guide is a very nice and knowledgeable lady from London; God forgive me not remembering her name. She explained everything in detail and with clarity. The tour gives me so much knowledge about the building, the history, and its connection to and functions in the modern Philadelphia. The fact that fours sides of the building feature different motifs are very interesting. Another astonishing thing I learned is that people used to against its construction before final completion, saying it seriously damaged the public budget. There was even an offer for anyone who would like to buy this unfinished building but no one would take the bid. Thank God, otherwise we would never see the City Hall as it is today! The room with all mayor’s portraits is a delight feast. I like the mayor who decided to clean the City Hall’s exterior surface and unmasked the original color of the building.
The council’s room, the court, and the law library are all elegant and sophisticated. People spent a good amount of time and effort in preserving and refurnishing them. Many thanks! My only complain is about the beginning place of the tour. The reservation page says the tour begins at the visitor center of the LOVE Park. Once I get there, there is a note says the tour starts in the visitor center of the City Hall. Then, I asked at least three people (who dressed in a way that convince me they work here) but none of them know where exactly the visitor center is. Finally, another tourist heard our conversation and pointed me the right direction (Thank you so much, Miss!). If there would be more visual indication, life will be easier.
- Super unique part of Philly
Tulips outside are gorgeous Went to get our marriage license as well and it was super easy!
- This place is so good that you will get lost in the history of city. Very historic place with super creative architecture.
- It is a beautiful and imposing building, especially when approaching it on Broad st.
- Impressive architecture! Tours are available, including an elevator ride to an overlook of the city.
