The U.S. Bankruptcy Courthouse is a fantastic display of the classic Art Deco style of…read morearchitecture. The ridiculously long hallways are all marble while the seating alcoves of a medium dark wood like the bright pews of a mid-century Catholic Church. The courtrooms have ceilings that are two plus stories high. The courtrooms have hand carved wooden United States seals behind the judges benches. I was told that the A/C is always running in order to keep the wooden seals from expanding and contracting thus causing cracking. The entire courthouse will remind you of classic movies with grand courtrooms as the backdrop. Would that new courthouse had the same character and wonderful finishes.

This welcome center was easy to locate, park, and then run inside for use of facilities and even…read moreeasier to get back onto the highway.

We took an overnight stop during a rather long drive in our truck and safe to say was a very good…read morelocation. There were a lot of trucks but we didn't feel like there were any concerns or issues staying there. Definitely the right spot if you are unable to focus and cannot drive

I'm a fan of most old timey downtowns like this one. They are a vanishing breed and need to be…read moreconserved like animal endangered species are. In a state like NJ more and more strip malls and larger malls seem to be gobbling up all available real estate. And then installing every conceivable chain store that can pay the rent. In this town I can thankfully state that there are NO chains that I can see. Even the drugstore is an independent, that strangely even serves as a liquor store. There are about 10 diverse restaurants, several of which are 4 star or better spots. There is also a quality cupcake bakery and a seasonal ice cream shop. A few artsy stores and a few unique clothing shops round out the retail offerings. I urge passing by commuters to exit 295 or 206 and head into town while these businesses are still here. Or if you prefer to support big corporations, continue on your way. You will eventually be inundated with them. 4.25 enjoy it while you got it Yelps

Hummm not had to deal with their record keeping in City Hall, but whateva…read more Loved the exterior of the City Hall...looks as if there are statues of Wiiliam Penn namesake of Pennsylvania. Roads out of City Hall face North South West East onto various major streets . City Hall serves as a compass of sorts.

The Upper Roxborough Reservoir is an abandoned watershed project that covers over 30 acres of land…read morewhich includes two basins: one contains the reservoir, the other a natural wetland ecosystem that is also a migratory bird flyover observaton point. It is located between Port Royal and Summit Avenues and Lare and Eva Streets in Andorra, at the highest point in the area. The lusciously wild 30 acres is fenced in, but there are always access points. The Reservoir is pretty awesome for 3 reasons: 1. Ice Hockey-- until relatively recently the winters used to be a lot colder and the reservoir would freeze over. Kids and Teens from all over Roxborough, Manayunk and Andorra would flock to the reservoir and play ice hockey all day. People ice skated, too, but the ice was usually pretty bumpy and not great for cruising. I also don't think i can remember a time when someone (often me) didn't get too close to the edges of the thin spots and plunge into the 8" or so of brackish water underneath. It was always a challenge to get back UP onto the ice, and i can remember crunching step after step through ice that wasn't thick enough to support the force of me pulling myself up. But that's part of what makes it fun. Even though it seems like the PWD is more vigilant about keeping the fences secured, it's still possible to get in (see the pictures). I recommend dropping your gear over the fence if the access point turns out to be far away from the ramp to the largest section of the reservoir with water. And if you do go, just be careful-- it really is wild land; the reservoir might not be deep, but it's full of trees and vines and roots and rocks and if you fall and hit your head you could drown in 2" of water, you know... 2. The Toad Detour-- So, hundreds of toads apparently populate the woods (where the Schuylkill Valley Nature Center is) and backyards of houses all around the Upper Roxborough Reservoir. Each year, more than a hundred die as they attempt to migrate to the wetlands next to the reservoir (their breeding grounds). Recently, the SChuylkill Center successfully established a volunteer project called the Toad Detour, in which tons of volunteers police the roads to help the toads cross the streets safely (why play frogger when you can do it for real?). Ironically, today was the last day of the annual migration, but if you are interested, the toadlets start the journey back to the woods around May 20. Here is the site for people who'd like to help out, or anyone who just wants to take the Toad Walk tour: http://www.toaddetour.com/ 3. Running/Jogging/Walking-- since the Schuylkill Center got involved with the Reservoir, they have been aggressively landscaping it to improve its appearance. There is a great mostly paved path that circles the fence enclosing the reservoir and wetland basins and, if you can overlook the rusty metal, the view can be staggering. There is even a spot with a gorgeous picnic bench surrounded by daffodils for leisure strollers with ambitions. I don't recommend that ladies, or anyone really, do this alone. You are really cutoff from anywhere and anyone as the path circles away from Port Royal...Think of this path as nature-lite: if you don't really want to be in the woods, but you like the idea of looking at them while you run laps over staring at the lines on a track, this is the place for you...

I remember walking around this reservoir as a child with my parents and grandparents wonderful…read morememories. So i guess people still walk around it today? Love the photos thanks!!

A true hidden gem! This building is gorgeous with stained glass and beautiful trim. I love having…read moreso much historical significance being preserved beautifully in our area! The librarians are so friendly, knowledgeable and helpful both in the main and children's libraries. They have the best of both worlds with the small town charm and connection to the county library system so you can request anything your heart desires!

I love historical statues that are tucked away in many cities of the world. Ones where natives pass…read morethem everyday and barely notice, much less even taken the time to visit. Tamanend Statue pays tribute to the Natives of this land we call America in general and the land on which Philadelphia is now located specifically. The statue is hard by the highway and Market Street. The rendering is regally done in bronze that is showing that beautiful green patina. I wish the placard told more of the story of the Native tribes but this is a statue not a museum.

The staff were exceptionally friendly and assisted me in finding my desired destination in…read morePennsylvania, where I could take photographs at the welcome sign. The facility's restrooms were clean and maps were provided, making it truly one of the best amenities available.

Free wifi at this rest area as you cross over into Pennsylvania from Delaware on I-95. A little…read morecurvy, as far as the entrance but there is plenty of room and good parking. Inside, the bathrooms are clean and there are (expensive) vending machines. It's a nice spot to stop, especially if you're going to try and make your pay through the Philadelphia-New York traffic nightmare.