Also something I had to learn the hard way, being from the West Coast: It does not cool off when it rains on the East Coast in summer. It is more like a steam sauna, with bath water running down the storm drains. This means that jackets are for evening and early morning. Other than that, carry an umbrella. (Not only useful for keeping off rain, but if the day is going to be very hot, it is a portable source of shade, too.)
Be aware that restaurants of ANY kind are a bit hard to find in the immediate area of the Mall. Something interestingly conspicuous to me was the almost total absence of fast food. There are some restaurants scattered around, however, but you kind of have to look for them.
Well, there’s the famous Pat’s vs. Geno’s rivalry:
Thanks, Rolltide. Do you know if there’s usually a long line at these places?
About two summers ago, we went to Philly to check it out. There were long line at both establishments. But not a long wait - they really push you through.
Unfortunately, I’ve never been to Philly. I learned about it from Food Network!
Guess you’ll just have to go back!!
