No matter what time of year you visit Philly, you can easily wander the cobblestone alleyways of Philadelphia's Old City, stroll the Schuylkill River Trail, and book a table at one of the city's buzzy restaurants. The best time to visit the City of Brotherly Love is typically the fall when the temps are cooler, and the city is bathed in orange and red leaves. With great offerings throughout the year and a bounty of historic and cultural sites to explore, there's no wrong time to visit Philly. Here's a breakdown of the city's tourist seasons.

High Season: June to mid-September

Shoulder Seasons: March to May and mid-September to December

Low Season: January to February

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