Location and Accommodations

Location

All East Coast Autumn Series on Aging activities will be held at the:

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue 4200 City Avenue, Philadelphia PA, 19131 Tel: 215-879-4000  Fax: 215-879-9020

www.philadelphiacityavenue.hilton.com

Accommodations

We have secured a special group rate of $139.00 plus taxes, single or double occupancy, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue. Space is limited and rooms at this rate will be offered until August 26, 2007. 

Please call 1-800-HILTONS to make your reservations. When booking your reservations, please advise the agent that you are with the American Society on Aging group. All guest room reservations must be accompanied by a major credit card for guarantee. Any cancellations must be made at least 24-hours prior to arrival to avoid penalty.

Driving Directions to the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

From NY & NJ (Points North): Take NJ Turnpike South to Exit 6 (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Follow to Exit 20, I-476 South (Mid County/Philadelphia/Chester). Continue on I-476 south to Exit 16, I-76 East (Philadelphia). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light.

From Philadelphia Airport: Take I-95 North to Exit 13, I-76 West (Valley Forge). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light.

From South Jersey/Atlantic City: Take NJ Turnpike to Exit 3 or Atlantic City Expressway; follow signs for Philadelphia/Walt Whitman Bridge to I-76 West (Valley Forge). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light.

From Washington DC & Baltimore (Points South): Take I-95 North to Philadelphia. Follow to Exit 13, I-76 West (Valley Forge). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light.

From Harrisburg (Points West): Take Pennsylvania Turnpike East (I-76) to Exit 326 (Valley Forge). Pay toll and continue on I-76 East to Philadelphia. Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light. From Poconos: Take Pennsylvania Turnpike, Northeast Extension (I-476) South to Exit 20, (Mid County/Philadelphia/Chester). Continue on I-476 South to Exit 16, I-76 East (Philadelphia). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue). Hotel is on left at 4th light.

From Poconos: Take Pennsylvania Turnpike, Northeast Extension (I-476) South to Exit 20, (Mid County/Philadelphia/Chester). Continue on I-476 South to Exit 16, I-76 East (Philadelphia). Follow to Exit 339 (City Avenue) - hotel is on left at 4th light.

Hotel Parking

Self Parking: $5.00 per day
Valet Parking: $ 10.00 per day

AIRPORT

Philadelphia International Airport
Distance from hotel: 12 miles.
Drive time: 15 minutes.

Estimated Cab Fares From the Hilton Philadelphia City Line

The Hilton's Bellman will happily call you a cab, however they request approximately 15 minutes advance notice.

Estimated fares from hotel to:

• Manayunk - $12.00 to $20.00
• Main Line (Montgomery Ave) - $12.00 to $20.00
• Center City - $15.00 to $25.00

* Please note that all of the above rates will vary depending on time of day and traffic; as well as depend on the exact location of your destination.

Things to Do & See Around Philadelphia

Lights of Liberty:
http://www.lightsofliberty.org
Sound and light show reliving America's Revolution It's the next best thing to time travel. Using 21st century technology, Lights of Liberty peels away modern life and drops you smack in the middle of America's struggle for independence. At dusk, you'll don lightweight headsets and follow a costumed guide through cobblestoned streets where hand-painted images, some up to five stories high, are projected onto Independence Hall, Carpenter's Hall and other historic buildings.

Address: 6th and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia

For information: (877) 462-1776

National Constitution Center
http://www.constitutioncenter.org
The world's only museum dedicated to the U.S. Constitution It's only four pages long, but the U.S. Constitution is among the most influential and important documents in the history of the world. The 160,000-square-foot National Constitution Center explores and explains this amazing document through high-tech exhibits, artifacts, and interactive displays. In the star-shaped Kimmel Theater, powerful music, a live actor and 360 degrees multi-media images tell the story of We the People.

Address: 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia

For information: (215) 409-6600

Once Upon a Nation
http://nps.gov/inde/home.htm
Rediscover Philadelphia's heritage with a series of events in and around Independence Hall, including twilight storytellers, light shows, and guided tours. In late summer, the newly renovated Franklin Square will open with a restored fountain, The Liberty Carousel, and a miniature golf course.

For information :  (800) 537-7676

'Man of La Mancha' at the Walnut Street Theatre
http://www.walnutstreettheatre.org
"To Dream the Impossible Dream!" Don Quixote comes alive in a breathtaking new production of Broadway's timeless musical, "Man of La Mancha." This tale, set during the Spanish Inquisition, tells the romantic and noble journey of a knight who sets out to right all wrongs and win the heart of the woman of his dreams. Based on The Adventures of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, this classic retelling is filled with soaring music, romance, fantasy and heartfelt gallantry.

CONTACT INFO: 825 Walnut Street (215) 574-3550
Tickets available thru www.Ticketmaster.com

Philadelphia Area Restaurants

Restaurant	Address	Telephone
(Manayunk)
Manayunk Brewery and Restaurant	4120 Main Street	(215) 482-8220
Bayou Bar and Grill	4245 Main Street	(215) 482-2560
Jake's Restaurant	4365 Main Street	(215) 483-0444
Derek's Restaurant	4411 Main Street	(215) 483-9400
(South Street)
Bridget Foy's	200 South Street	(215) 922-1813
A Peace of Sole	524 S 4TH Street	(215) 925-2100
(Old City)
Café Spice	35 S 2nd Street	(215) 627-6273
City Tavern	138 S 2nd Street	(215) 413-1443
Philadelphia Fish & Co.	207 Chestnut Street	(215) 625-8605
The Plough & The Stars	123 Chestnut Street	(215) 733-0300
(Rittenhouse Square & Center City)
Devon Seafood Grill	225 S 18th Street	(215) 546-5940
Happy Rooster	118 S 16th Street	(215) 963-9311
Zanzibar Blue (Jazz)	Broad & Walnut Sts	(215) 732-4500
(Main Line)
Gillane's	43 Cricket Ave., Ardmore	(610) 896-1622
Margaret Kuo's	175 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne	(610) 688-7200
La Collina	37-41 Ashland Ave., Bala Cynwyd	(610) 668-1780
Olive Garden	83 City Line Ave., Bala Cynwyd	(610) 664-4720
Chops	401 City Line Ave., Bala Cynwyd	(610) 668-3400
Delmonico's Steakhouse @ The Hilton	4200 City Ave., Bala Cynwyd	(215) 879-4000