Born, raised, and still live in Philly...thanks for showing an positive prospective of my city! 💯

@youtuber_rakesh

3 жыл бұрын

shukree norflet ...philly is a very good city ..no doubt ...but nyc clearly wins hands down !!!

@EclecticDD

3 жыл бұрын

@jake jones not even close to true must be who you hang with

@max420thc

3 жыл бұрын

Philly and New York are dumps, straight dumps.

@lisaholloway766

3 жыл бұрын

Whats up Shukree Philly Philly !!

@Fitz710

3 жыл бұрын

Go birds

I live in Philly. Something to consider as you film, as you pass intersections, show the street signs, so viewers can landmark where you are, if they want to revisit the places you showed.

@radioboyintj

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@manny6584

3 жыл бұрын

Welll since you live in Philly you should know that they don't believe in putting street signs up.

@zom3508

3 жыл бұрын

@Reshia & Willie Minggia Well not everywhere my neighborhood is quite good peacefull too have some public schools but alot of areas in other parts of philly is filthy.

@phillyhistoryfacts5757

3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@XxROBATOxX

3 жыл бұрын

I like that.

0:46 "CAUTION BUS IS TURNING!!!" as a person from Philly, I felt that in my soul 😳

@Yoboi-Ares

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@hotkawasakimusic

2 жыл бұрын

Same!!

@MatthewAvery42

2 жыл бұрын

Saaaaame

@slmvlogz

2 жыл бұрын

Ikr

@capitalr8018

Жыл бұрын

It's one of those things that's so familiar, it sounds strange on the internet. It's like hearing your mother's voice on TV

I get so mad defensive of Philly when people diss it or compare it to NY but then again, I’m happy in this little underrated corner of the world. It’s our best kept secret!!

@um1446

3 жыл бұрын

New York is better than that rat hole named Philly, 1000 times better.

@donnelladams8362

3 жыл бұрын

@@um1446 New York city isn't exactly the cleanest city either

@2x_Rey

3 жыл бұрын

@@um1446 dirty ass city with dirty ass rats

@XxROBATOxX

3 жыл бұрын

Philly shines differently.

@um1446

3 жыл бұрын

@@donnelladams8362 I agree with you. The difference is that New Yorkers know it and embrace it. You on the other hand keep wanting to present your equally dirty and rather mediocre city as if it's the 8th wonder of the world, which is not.

Dude, I walk these streets everyday and I take a lot for granted. It was great seeing the city through a fresh pair of eyes. It looks pretty good. Thanks!

@lilavatidevi9924

3 жыл бұрын

totally!!!

@Steve_in_NJ

3 жыл бұрын

Most of us never look up to see the buildings so I can relate!

@yobuddy215

3 жыл бұрын

This!

@lornabolden8538

3 жыл бұрын

I work in this neighborhood and I enjoy the sights everyday since I was a little girl.

@mt_gox

3 жыл бұрын

@Cybertoby Yep. And all because of that god dam treasonous Emancipation Proclamation. They flooded into Philly (and DC etc etc). Destroyed it, of course.

I live in South Philly, and every time someone visits me who has never been to Philadelphia before, walks away with the same feelings as you did Peter. Thanks for the great video.

@doloresm7396

3 жыл бұрын

That and holy cow, I didn't know the houses were so big and beautiful. Hahaha. That used to bug me. South Philly has gorgeous houses. It's the streets that are small not the houses in Philly.

@sadiehilton5881

Ай бұрын

I live in South Philly too! I get so damn pissed when people compare Kensington which is like 5% if not less of Philadelphia to the entire city and make their assumptions about Philly off of kensington

@sadiehilton5881

Ай бұрын

@@doloresm7396 really? I live in Philly and my house is not that big it's like 1000 sq ft

@loremasteringwion9930

25 күн бұрын

Looks like a third world country compared to China

I’m from Philly and I’m genuinely surprised how good Philly looks it only motives me to get out of the trenches

@tomfreakingford

3 жыл бұрын

You'll make it man keep chasing the dream not the money

@Carlinhospaixao

3 жыл бұрын

I am Brazilian. Never leaves Brazil. I find life in Philly interesting. I do not speak English. But I keep trying to understand what life was like for you who once lived in Philly. However, the North American is very closed. Eu sou brasileiro. Nunca saí do Brasil. Acho interessante a vida em Philly. Não sei falar inglês. Mas fico tentando entender como era a vida de vocês que já moraram em Philly. Porém o norte americano é muito fechado.

@Machodave2020

2 жыл бұрын

Why would you leave? That's a horrible idea.

@Isaactorres60

2 жыл бұрын

@@FloraNovax3 you're not from Philly right?

@vennelayakari2732

2 жыл бұрын

Please

People thought I was nuts for going to Philadelphia on vacation. I had a great time. Great architecture. Good food. Affordable. Took the train to downtown from the airport. Took the Amtrak to Manhattan and spent a day there as well.

@Prodigious1One

10 ай бұрын

I took Amtrak from Atlanta to NYC and did a day trip by train to Philadelphia. I also really enjoyed Philly.

@lchaney

9 ай бұрын

Same with Chicago. 2 great cities I actually prefer over New York.

@rebeccagines7369

7 ай бұрын

All good info. Thank you! I want to visit Philly soon

@joannap.3473

7 ай бұрын

Great! I’m from Philly! Glad you had a great time. Its great to hear you were excited.

Philly is a cool town with a lot of character and history. it can be a bit rough around the edges, but it's got grit and authenticity. One of the only major cities left in America that is walkable, historic and still somewhat affordable(at least compared to Boston, NYC, DC, SF).

@JeewanthaBandara

11 ай бұрын

I'd say that it's the only 'great' city in the Northeast US that's still affordable for a majority of people.

@tortellinifettuccine

9 ай бұрын

philly is a 3d world city and doesn't even compare to the shitholes of new york and Boston. new york and Boston are shitholes but far less so than the rest of the USA, and Chicago is the only real city in the USA you can consider near perfect by American standards.

@ladesigner8764

7 ай бұрын

Chicago is still affordable

Pre-Covid, there would be a LOT more people out and about. The city was far more busier.

@saliakamara9872

3 жыл бұрын

Lol like ALOT. It’s almost some NY type level without Covid

@thomascameron6404

3 жыл бұрын

@Cybertoby Yeah this guy showed the absolute best, which in a sense is nice to see, but like all cities, Philly has its bad parts. I’ve lived here my whole life and every section outside of center city is an absolute shithole. K&A probably one of the most impoverished dirty places on the planet, west, south, badlands, even the NE now, all shit.

@shhs1227

3 жыл бұрын

@Cybertoby All well and good but this has literally nothing to do with any of the comments made before it in the thread.

@LUISGARCIA-wn4hj

3 жыл бұрын

@Augusta Mae Socialist? Do the poeple there have medicare for all? Does everyone work in a co-op? They all have the same salary? Trying to find socialism here.

@darlenegriffith6186

3 жыл бұрын

@@LUISGARCIA-wn4hj So many Americans - especially those right of center - have no idea what socialism actually is and reveal their ignorance when using the term.

Philadelphia has become underrated. Many parts are beautiful, it’s affordable, the culture is fantastic, and it’s the most historical city in America. Thanks for giving us a fair shot, hopefully some people can come to see we ain’t that bad.

@coffeepandacat

2 жыл бұрын

Don't let out the secret too much!!!!!!

@hylianro

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah fuck em tourists we doing just fine

@the_ONE1891

2 жыл бұрын

Define "affordable"

@sir3986

Жыл бұрын

@@the_ONE1891 Affordable -Better than NY

@JohnSmith-ct5jd

Жыл бұрын

Culture? In Philly? It is dangerous and full of either trashy people or stuck up liberals. I finally opened my eyes and realized what an s-hole city I live near.

I once asked an east coast girl: "So you go into New York City?" and she replied: "No, I'm more of a Philly girl." I know what she meant.

@lisasellers8814

3 жыл бұрын

NYC has nothing on Philly. We are a beautiful affordable city

@RENEGLOPEZ

3 жыл бұрын

PHILLIES NUTS .....SAY IT SLOW

@jaycobmelo1904

3 жыл бұрын

@@lisasellers8814 I went for the first time on thanksgiving and I’m itching to go back thinking of moving.

@lisasellers8814

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaycobmelo1904 Philly is underrated. Yes we have problems but there is culture, history, great restaurant scene and a boom in housing, if you are a well paid professional( that's just the truth) and people who love this town, like me!

@kwhite71376

3 жыл бұрын

@@lisasellers8814 Philly pales in comparison to NY. Philly is not even close to the fabulousness of NYC! There are very few civilized sections in Philly compared to NY

Philly really surprised me as well when I first visited a few years ago on a work trip. I loved all the old architecture and the history.....but most surprising were the people. Everyone I met was friendly; people were saying "excuse me" and holding doors open for me; it was ALMOST kinda southern hospitality with a yankee twist haha. It was a nice surprise.

@starskyhutch6011

3 жыл бұрын

@Augusta Mae Scout's honor haha...TRUST ME-I was shocked, too lol

@ridesharegold6659

3 жыл бұрын

I try to tell people that all the time. I've lived all up and down the east coast and in CA. Lived overseas. Traveled all over western europe. Lived in Philly for 10 years. Friendliest, most down to earth big city you'll ever see.

@boopsnootandboogie

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, moved here 2 months ago. The people are so nice and friendly. It honestly surprised me.

@doloresm7396

3 жыл бұрын

Philadelphians, you'll never find a nicer Northerner. Travel outside the city about 200 miles and that is when you have to worry. I left the city for the mountains and holy cow they're some mean, sneaky, murderous people where I live. I'm a nice city girl not a tough mountain Momma.

@yxngbt387

2 жыл бұрын

@@ridesharegold6659 after all it is the city of brotherly love 🤣

From abroad, Philly has never been presented in an appealing way to make me consider visiting before. That has changed with this video. When the world returns to normality, I'll add this to my visit list, for sure. I like the vibe.

@hb4243

3 жыл бұрын

I've lived all over the US. I now live in Philly. There's something really special about this place. It's hard to put into words.

@DialloMoore503

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeCaz Stop it.

@elijahsplaytime2540

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeCaz as if New Jersey is any better with its high taxes stay over accrosd the bridge

@mikelazenka3534

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeCaz I'm glad you're happy in Jersey, but the city has not been in a slow decline since Rendell. The population has been increasing as have property values in not only CC, but the surrounding areas. Until Covid the city was thriving. I live in the Rittenhouse Square area and it's not dangerous. Nor are many parts of the city. Sure it has bad areas, every major city does. but you really mischaracterize it. I'm sure you never stepped foot out of South Philly when you lived here so you didn't see places like No. Liberties, Chestnut Hill, Mount Airy, East Falls, etc.

@londonevans

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeCaz why are you acting like crime isn’t everywhere ? You’re acting like Jersey is better

I live in Philly and thank you for sharing such a positive view of the city. Great place to live, visit and eat.

@thehonestdoctor3590

3 жыл бұрын

@Cybertoby 💯 grew up in olney. Most of the city is a 3rd world overtaxed dump 🔥

Being a native Philadelphian it’s refreshing to see a visitor tour the City with an open mind and eye!

Anyone else live in Philadelphia? I’m in West Philly

@lilavatidevi9924

3 жыл бұрын

grad hospital

@scummins2922

3 жыл бұрын

Old Town. Love, love love Philly!

@dianejones3811

3 жыл бұрын

Northeast Philly and I loved this video. So great to see the positive. I never been in the Masonic. Great to see!

@sagascending804

3 жыл бұрын

South Philly

@coleyf7021

3 жыл бұрын

Point Breeze ☀️

Honestly I prefer Philly to New York. I live close to both cities and have spent equal amounts of time in both,but Philly has grit. The people are hard working and honest. It's easy to get around,plus if you are into early American history there is no better place. Thanks for showing the beauty of this most underrated yet awesome city!

@GIRLRAZR

Жыл бұрын

Yes so true! Very walkable and much more affordable and livable than NYC!

@Sbullo

Жыл бұрын

Can’t agree more!!

@ironpandaloco

Жыл бұрын

Rude New Yorkers

@LeopoldMaysonet

4 ай бұрын

Same here! Lived in NYC until age ten, moved to Philadelphia in my early twenties and wouldn't dream of going back to NYC except visiting relatives!

I am South Philly born and raised. It is an excellent city. Awesome food. Stupendous history. Great neighborhoods. Best of all are the people.

Philadelphia is so beautiful but there’s people who live here and don’t realize it.

@lornabolden8538

3 жыл бұрын

I do and I love ❤️ my city

@HDVisionsMedia

3 жыл бұрын

The same could be said about most places, as a Philadelphian I can honestly say I've never been to any of the places he showed, though. I am missing out lol

@ErdTirdMans

3 жыл бұрын

@@HDVisionsMedia No way, man! Just fucking wander around Center City and duck in to cool places as you come across them. Make use of our extremely walkable city. The history shit is only cool once though so don't get your expectations too high there.

@kikigomez1458

3 жыл бұрын

@Augusta Mae the only “socialism” I’m for is FDRs... got us out of the Great Depression. But I understand how you feel though.

@coffeepandacat

3 жыл бұрын

Well most of the neighborhoods looks like total crap

It's nice to see my hometown in a positive light

I'm from NYC suburbs and growing up, I heard a lot of negative stuff about Philly. I've been there a few times over the past 5 years and have had nothing but good experiences. A lot of friends have visited too and really enjoyed it. Cool city

@doloresm7396

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I love NYC and Long Island too. Corporate HQ was on the Island so I spent a lot of time in meetings and clubs on the Island. Love the people of Long Island. A lot of character.

I love Philly. You were in my neighborhood in this video. People hate on Philly way too much. Sure, it's got its challenges, but this is a fantastic city filled with history, beauty, and culture. Thanks for making Philly look great!

@victoriae739

2 жыл бұрын

That’s true every city definitely has its challenges but there’s always beauty in every city

@AshCupric

10 ай бұрын

I used to live in Philly (moved to Florida in 2012) and I really miss it! Such a beautiful/ eclectic city. So many characters, so much history and truly a beautiful place!

Video approved by a proud Philadelphian native, glad you enjoyed our city. ✊🏾❤️

@seamrog3593

3 жыл бұрын

he should have mentioned COlin Flaherty and the corruption of this African city

@donnelladams8362

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely desiree I'm a proud Philadelphian as well.

@GSM92

2 жыл бұрын

I'm proud to be from rancho cucamonga dawgs .me want to visit Philly for food

Aw man I miss Jim's! Philly is generally hated outside of the area but you gotta be the right kinda person to have grit and appreciate beauty to love the City of Brotherly Love.

@backupcoolm3n

3 жыл бұрын

Gotta be honest, maybe I appreciate grit as an adopted new yorker, but wow, I love Philly. It is full of beautiful areas. Northern Liberties and Fishtown are unbelievable.

@thtbulumad7290

3 жыл бұрын

So true born Philadelphian and proud! We may be gritty but it's a reason behind that. We got history!

@isabelnavaro6322

3 жыл бұрын

Philly, the birthplace of America!

@BB-uu9oo

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly you're right. I told my homie the other day that "I'd like to go to Philly. It's a hidden gem." He was like "philly?! You tryn go to Kensington?😆" I explained to him that it's a classical American city that's only rivaled by NYC and Chicago in terms of being a true metropolis...and I can go to Philly 5 times for the price of one NYC trip. But being an east coast city, it was settled and expanded before the rise of the automobile, so the cities are more compact and walkable on east coast compared to the rest of the nation. East Coast cities always interested me. It's such a different way of life than the rest of America.

@ericsierra-franco7802

2 жыл бұрын

Philly is hated by people who have never been to the city, and only know about the bad things happening in Philly, or they hate Philly sports fans.

Magical energy ... a US city that has all major European aesthetic values of every angle and feel like flying through the pure green color in the city quiet peace and civilization near man ... beautiful art in these times~ Greetings from Macedonia -њ-

Thank you Peter for having such a wonderful attitude and exploring our city. Our son just moved back to the city to live and my husband and I have been taking the free Septa train rides for senior citizens to visit him. He now lives in the Fairmount section and visiting there is so charming and peaceful. I am a history and art lover and I too enjoy the wonderful architecture of our local city.

After a few yrs of living in Center City I moved away to Fl. Greatest regret ever. Walking Philly is what living in a city is all about. Amazing lifestyle every minute. The Masonic Temple is overwhelming. It was the first building that took my breath away when I first moved there.

@GSM92

2 жыл бұрын

My friend gasboy and his ex girlfriend poop queen moved to California and they miss philly

@huitrecouture

9 ай бұрын

Same. I bought a hot dog in FL the cart women never uttered a word. I went to Home Depot in So Philly where they built on a big-ass take out diner and the guy talked my ear off at 6:30 AM and said I was crazy to move away. THAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PHILLY AND FLORIDA.

A video about Philly being beautiful, that’s a first 🙂. Nice representation of the city, good vid

@lilavatidevi9924

3 жыл бұрын

LOL!! i live here so LOL

@jerdavis9489

3 жыл бұрын

Its only downtown

@johnwireman2660

3 жыл бұрын

Much of South Philly and Northwest Philly are nice too.

@noble604

3 жыл бұрын

He tried to get the painter to give a “scary stuff” side of Philly with “how were the rIOtS” and the painter said they didn’t bother me .. *shrug*... “they were just expressions.” Cool painter. Not biting any sensationalist attitude. Looking to a brighter and better society. He didn’t bite “Ok take care”

@rachelgarber1423

3 жыл бұрын

@@jerdavis9489 We call it Center City

Philly is actually a great city, don’t believe the guy who said “bad things happen in Philly”. It’s not a perfect city but when it comes to parks, museums, concerts, shopping, restaurants, culture and diversity Philly has it all. There’s more neighborhoods and suburbs of Philly that are even better.

@DanielSmith-br1zi

3 жыл бұрын

Believe the guy that said bad things happen, and don't go to any neighborhood except maybe Clark park or university city. Get the citizens app to see just how much crime goes on everywhere, all the time. The crime rate is sky high! Its terrible out here. Place is a dump

@jacquelineiona1996

3 жыл бұрын

💯👍💕🥰

@nonewherelistens1906

3 жыл бұрын

Queens Village is not a bad neighborhood. I could take you to bad neighborhoods, but I wouldn't advise it.

@FN-ne6mv

3 жыл бұрын

Philly is beautiful but they also have a park the locals call needle park , that should explain alot. . Pretty much it's pretty but be careful

@michaelsaier92

3 жыл бұрын

@@DanielSmith-br1zi People are gettin F'ed up in University City too these days.

As a thirty year resident, it’s great to see Philly’s beauty through a visitor’s eyes. Sometimes we take the city for granted. Although like all large cities it also has its challenges.

@lpphillyfan

2 жыл бұрын

Which neighborhood do you live in?

@DavidTaylor-ki2ir

2 жыл бұрын

@@lpphillyfan over the decades I’ve lived in south Philly, lower northeast, greater northeast, Drexel Hill, and outlying suburbs

That was not the French quarter, that was Rittenhouse... there is no “French Quarter” in philly. And Philadelphia is the mother map to the entire country, every city is modeled after philly’s layout and it’s considered “the walkers paradise” you missed a lot of tourist stuff. There’s a lot of history here

@dragonknightofamiraka3636

2 жыл бұрын

@Richard Joniec lol

@AntJWarren

2 жыл бұрын

The French Quarter is an official city-designated district of Philadelphia spanning the area between 17th and 19th Streets east and west and Walnut and Sansom Streets from north to south. The designation was made official in 1999. Wikipedia

@sunniew109

2 жыл бұрын

I agree there is no “French Quarter” in Philly - I was born and raised here (my age is 65+) the people who decided to designate that area as “French Quarter” probably aren’t from Philly because everyone from Philly knows it as the area and neighborhood called “Rittenhouse” or “Rittenhouse Square” 😂

@jules2565

2 жыл бұрын

I know, I was like...French Quarter????

@vinnybruce2874

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

One of my favorite Cities is Philly..So much American history.

@TheTomaselpasso

3 жыл бұрын

Go to Kensington, Philadelphia You will see Real American Dream 😕

@mysharona6754

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 and filth and crime and crumbling buildings and efed up streets so you constantly have to be on the lookout for potholes or ditches and zero parking unless you pay crazy high parking lot rates...yep lots of fun here

@Captainwizardftf

3 жыл бұрын

Negative for no reason every city has a bad and a good

@feedogg3946

3 жыл бұрын

@@mysharona6754That's why you should move elsewhere!👌

@theomeagakobe4669

3 жыл бұрын

@@mysharona6754 where the hell did you go

Next trip to US from Aus must include Philly.. awesome

@Dalt21

3 жыл бұрын

Do it !!

@elijahsplaytime2540

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome to come check us .

@lucyoobieoob8678

3 жыл бұрын

Just be careful and do your research on the bad areas too!

@ErdTirdMans

3 жыл бұрын

If you go outside of Center City (which you probably won't), just make sure you run shit by a local so you don't wind up in the badlands. River to River Vine to South you're good day and night though.

@jillduda135

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a dangerous dump! Don’t be fooled by this BS video!

I'm from NJ , but I love Philly. The diversity , culture and architecture are all beautiful.

I subscribed when you visited my home city, Peshawar Pakistan, now you visited my 2nd home city Philadelphia. Feel Amazing. Love from Pakistani American from Philadelphia.

Due to Covid-19 downtown Philadelphia is quiet and many are working from home but Center city philadelphia gets extremely busy with people and bustling traffic

Love it, you’ve made a ton of great content and this was one of my favorite videos to date.

Thank you for showing Philly in a positive view. Too many people watch channels like Surviving Kensington and think that’s how the whole city is.

Wow! Great video! Thank you for showing some of the most beautiful things about my city. There's so much more to see and I hope you get the chance to come back!

Yes Philly has some rough parts for sure, but the center city is very nice and very walkable. The center city is quite large, hundreds of square parts.

Most Underated city in a American 🤫

@nonewherelistens1906

3 жыл бұрын

Yep.

@PaSportsZone215

3 жыл бұрын

@ben brody being well known and being Underrated are not the same thing

@brand-e304

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah don't tell anyone.....it's yucky here🤢👻 Ooogaaaahbaaahgooogaahh

@kellygilbert-rios6319

3 жыл бұрын

I love Philadelphia

@toocharged

3 жыл бұрын

@Contemplating Life it don't look like London bro

Great video and you captured some great clips of the city! Missed Love Park but then again there is tons more to see in Philadelphia. Thanks for the video!

Yeppp iv’e lived here my whole life and it’s honestly so underrated. Also you walked down my old block!!

Born and raised in Philly. Thanks for giving the city a positive and honest review. I know we catch a lot of flack but there's also a lot of good in the city and you mentioned both!

@pedropagan735

3 жыл бұрын

He didn't mention both

@foreverme3078

2 ай бұрын

I always say it's funny, we are the only city that say we are born and raised in Philly. No other city says that but us. Did you know that?

Great job. Currently stuck just outside Liverpool in full lockdown so this video took me somewhere nice.

@JamieLeeMedia

3 жыл бұрын

I'm the over side of the river to Liverpool :) still lots of places to explore! Lived here all my life and still places I haven't seen

Beautiful.. totally enjoyed this video and the music! Very nice. Keep on.

As a lifelong ( Northeast) Philadelphia native - it’s so nice to see the city presented in a positive light for a change!

The easy going painter is the vibe of Philly!

One of other many things that i love about Peter's video is how he describe the energy or the vibes that he feel on particular place, not just describing the visual object. ❤❤

First time watcher. Easy SUBSCRIBE. I enjoyed the walk through and your prospective of the city. I've never been and may go soon. Helpful video!

I love how your showing my city in a positive way. Some say there’s a lot of poverty and violence, and to an extent it’s true. But if you truly feel unsafe as a tourist just contact a local friend. Trust me when you know how to carry yourself you will be fine. Just enjoy the city food culture music.

@JohnSmith-ct5jd

Жыл бұрын

Know how to carry yourself and you will be fine? WTF? So, in other words, Philadelphia is like a violent prison. Hey, newsflash, anywhere you have to be careful how you "carry yourself" is not safe to be. I don't want to have to "carry myself" anywhere I go. F Philadelphia. The city sucks.

@wtfkevo

Жыл бұрын

​@@JohnSmith-ct5jd You mean you don't want to be accountable for how you act? Why doesn't that surprise me?

I live in Philly and really love the City. There is so much to do and see, and we are only 1 hour from the shore and the mountains, 1.5 hours from NYC, and 2 hours from Wash. DC. if you feel the need to get away. Philly has great restaurants, many of which are ethnic. The art and history museums are fantastic. It is also a City of great Architecture which ranges from 18th century through modern. Another thing I love about Philly, is that William Penn referred to it as "a green country town", and as a result, the City was designed from the beginning with parks large and small incorporated into its' urban design. It is a very pleasant walking and biking City and a very good place to visit and live.

Great video Peter I only wish you had time to visit the Reading Terminal Market, it is a must-see. So hope you go back and check it out. Cool hood to visit is also Northern Liberties. Also, If I'm not mistaken, I think the Philadelphia Masonic Temple is the second largest Masonic Temple in the world. And pretty sure the Masonic Temple is not open every day so, plan ahead viewers before you go.

Currently looking through some videos to find a potential city to move to. You have such a positive, outgoing vibe that makes me happy to watch your videos. You radiate kindness and curiosity, and it made me really happy when you thanked the worker on the street for his work.

Something I love about this video and my city is that you got through so much of the city in this video, and yet you didn’t even get close to all of it at the same time. Great video though and I’m glad you enjoyed!

South Jersey/ Philly girl here. I loved that. I'm so glad you are enjoying it. It's kinda cool watching you discover my back yard. I love Philly.

Thanks for coming to our city!!! Hopefully next time you can explore some of the neighborhoods and Fairmount park more!! Also, William Penn was from England, so when he planned out the city he definitely used his European influences. Case in point, Broad street was intentialy built wide like that just in case if a fire broke out, it wouldn't skip to other parts of the city too fast, this was something a lot of European cities would do.

@Clavdiachauchat

3 жыл бұрын

Penn insisted on the grid pattern partly because he had witnessed the devastation of the Great Fire of London in 1666, and partly because he thought streets with long sight lines would prevent immoral behavior. He thought the narrow, winding alleys of London encouraged both fire and vice. In planning his new city, he actually was trying to move away from most urban environments found in Europe or colonial America at the time. He was picturing a “green country town” in opposition to what he saw as the sordid medieval tinderboxes of Europe.

@enosger

3 жыл бұрын

I live in Reading U.K. and I have family that I visited in Phillie, I found the is a Reading in Pennsylvania, a felt like a lot of Pennsylvania is the closest an USA state is to the U.K.

First video I've seen of yours and man oh man I love how you dig our vibe and show it off in such a great way. Totally subscribing.

Its an amazingly beautiful city and lots of people are moving into Philly everyday; new homes and buildings going up all over the place. Way more affordable than NYC. Absolutely beautiful neighborhoods.

The best thing about Philly is that it has a very European vibe - it’s more slow pace than NY but very artsy and people love hanging out in parks and sidewalk cafes. There are some REALLY rough neighborhoods and the murder rate has gone way up since COVID - but tourists and many locals have no reason to venture into those areas. I had heard horror stories before I went to Philly and then when I went my mind was shocked how cool it is

@christofat2704

3 жыл бұрын

From the real European vibe , just cross the border north. Montreal the only french speaking great city on North America and Quebec city the only walled city North of Mexico ( Unesco world heritage)

@pedropagan735

3 жыл бұрын

The horror stories are true, it is a very racist city, just go to the SMALL area. Small compared to the rest of the city. Not that small.

@wtfkevo

Жыл бұрын

​@@pedropagan735 what's the "small area"? Did you get your car stolen here cause u been crying to every reply about why u hate it here lmao

@KatieWierzbicki-ib2ib

11 ай бұрын

The "rough areas" are the areas that need the most help and change! Kensington has been shown by alot of social media lately and its TERRIFYING and needs help DESPERATELY! Cops do not go in unless a death is reported. Now that's just absolutely HORRIBLE! How does that happen to a neighborhood? Its is the true WALKING DEAD! their skin is falling off and they're dying!

@KatieWierzbicki-ib2ib

11 ай бұрын

Im from Philly ...I dont live there anymore but I've seen kensinging with my own eyeballs! Its ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING! The things I saw I cannot say in this comment for child purposes but I want to so ppl know how bad bad bad this place is and needs desperate immediate help! Look it up and watch for your own eyes! Please! #helpkensington

Sooo happy you enjoyed our beautiful city. My hometown. PROUD!!

Thank you for viewing this beautiful city from a fresh perspective...rich in history and some of the greatest people ever❤️

Im from Cali, and I know better to not order a cheesesteak as a "Philly cheesesteak" in Philly!

@ErdTirdMans

3 жыл бұрын

When you're at a cheesesteak place, you don't have to say either word. Just say your cheese, whether or not you want onions, and forget the fucking mushrooms you weirdo unless you're going North Philly style and then I got nothing for you cause that shit's all kinds of crazy

@ridesharegold6659

3 жыл бұрын

Mushroom Provolone with. That's how you order what he got. There's no need to say anything else.

@averymonte5783

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@artmolina

3 жыл бұрын

@@ErdTirdMans My go to.... 1 whiz wit....Woke up and stopped going to Pat's. I found a new love...Dalessandro's!

@doloresm7396

3 жыл бұрын

Makes you stick out, like here's a visitor. In Philly you want to blend in.

Thank you Peter for your positive comments of my second home,Philadelphia.Migrated here in Philadelphia from Cebu,Philippines & lived for 27 years now & I'm loving it here..I'm getting ready to retire in few years...Very good to see you ..

Just to let you know Peter, queen village does not get “ghetto” at night. This uber driver was clearly not from Philly, not to mention I don’t know who even says ghetto anymore.. people live in the city for diversity. Anyway, you were on south street (which spans from center city, to Bella vista, to queen village).. south street can be a hotspot for young people and drinking so yeah it can get a bit sketchy at night. Queen village however, is a beautiful and extremely safe neighborhood where you can walk anytime of night and be safe. Thank you for appreciating our city!!

@nomadsgalaxy

3 жыл бұрын

As someone who's lived in Queen Village for over a year, I can vouch for this, it is a very nice and safe place to be. Absolutely love it here!

@ChipSkylark696

3 жыл бұрын

@@robkino6137 appreciate your feedback brother! It’s clear you are not very knowledgeable about the city. Queen village has the lowest crime rate throughout the entire city! Hope you have a good day buddy

@Tab-rh2bz

3 жыл бұрын

The false sense security that anywhere is safe is a dead give away of the privilege that ones socio-economic standing(inherited or acquired) affords them, and a dangerous one. As someone from philly who’s been attacked/mugged more than once I can from experience say that there is NO place in philly you can walk “anytime” day or night and be “safe”. A close friend of mine was bricked in the face in queens village, the barista at a coffee shop I frequented in queens village was violently beaten and raped in the cafe at 7am. I’d say I feel(

@zackgro8440

3 жыл бұрын

queen village is upscale lmao

@christophertaylor8624

3 жыл бұрын

@@Tab-rh2bz say it louder for the people in the back 🗣🗣🗣

I’m from south Jersey and hang in Philly almost every weekend. It’s CRAZY seeing the disparity between Center City/rittenhouse square and Kensington/Badlands

It’s so beautiful!! I had no idea👍🏼. Love your channel thanks!!

Loved philly when we went for a day only , it had such a chilled vibe , I hope you went to reading terminal market and penns landing pete ?

Loved the video Peter, will definitely have to put philli on the bucket list , the freemasons lodge looks out of this world

Raised in Philly. We left Philly 11 years ago. Still Love My City❤️ 11th Louden (Logan) and 46th Woodland Ave. (SouthWest Philly)

Wow never knew! Thanks for showing it off! I'll add it to my list! Thanks Peter!

Philly born and raised! I lived in other states and I learned that life is life and life happens wherever humans exists. Philly has a lot of great and positive things that don't get promoted. I recently had a Marine brotha here visition from San Diego CA. He was in awe of the architectural design and craftsmanship of many homes and buildings. I even took him through some hood areas and he saw value in many of those older row homes. It was even refreshing for me to see my hometown from an outsiders perspective.

Philly has nice areas that are not usually shown!

@johnwireman2660

3 жыл бұрын

You must watch too many CharlieBo videos. There’s plenty of positive Philly footage online.

So glad you came. Beautiful city.

I'm from Philly, and quite honestly I think we get a bad rep for no reason. I've been living and travelling all over the world throughout my 20s, but I always found that people here back home are very hospitable compared to other US cities. I hope you enjoyed your stay. Stay safe during your travels.

@isabelnavaro6322

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! People in Chicago are also very nice!

@ironpandaloco

Жыл бұрын

NYC strong

@c.m.2747

7 ай бұрын

mmm, maybe in Philly, but step outside and they are NOT friendly at all. The problem with Pa is the almighty attitude from most.

The free mason lodge has strong Eyes Wide Shut vibes

“Second to New York..” ... what we love hearing in Philly 😅. It’s all good, we don’t want to be NY so there’s no comparison 😉

@jenniferb4592

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Philadelphia is actually a affordable city compared to NYC and other large cities.

@anasibndawood6696

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah nothing is like ny. It’s a poison that you fall in love with

@novacorps2468

3 жыл бұрын

I've heard Philly being referred to as the sixth borough. I'm like no, just no. Philly existed as an American city first when NY was just a Dutch colony.

@kayfuller7304

3 жыл бұрын

None whatsoever

@MarliQQLuv

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah 😄 He might ruffle some feathers saying Philly is a second NY.

Thanks for showing my city Love!!!🙏🏽💕

Fun fact: Philadelphia is home to nearly 4,000 outdoor art murals! 🤍💛🧡❤️💜💙🤎🖤 At one point I know that Philly had the largest collection of outdoor murals than any other city in the world. So for anyone coming to visit, be sure to take in an eyeful of the many beautiful, multicultural and inspiring works of art adorning brick and stone façades throughout Center City and its surrounding neighborhoods. You can take a walking tour, bus tour, or the Love Letter Train Tour! 🚂 🌺 🌸 🌼 🍀

I just started watching your videos about a month ago. I’m from Philly I’m glad you visited and liked our city.

4:49 i run into that guy a lot. Respectable senior. He just wants an honest conversation. Good guy. If you run into him give him an ear and some time. That's all he wants and im Hispanic. He doesn't care your color he cares that you have a moment to talk about anything. Good guy.

Miss home so much. Thank you for showing my beautiful city in a beautiful way

I finally found a positive video about my home state! I love your videos!

I was watching your video on Lviv (my birthplace) and saw you just uploaded a video form the city I grew up in and live, Philly! Great stuff man, I really enjoy your videos.

@christopherwalton5445

3 жыл бұрын

From Philadelphia also, visited Lviv last year, absolutely loved it

I’ve lived in NY, LA and now Philly. It’s the most underrated city in America. For ten years, I worked on Walnut St, right next door to the art deco apartment building you entered. I walked around Rittenhouse Sq almost every day. I miss it!

@GIRLRAZR

Жыл бұрын

YES YOU ARE RIGHT!

Man! I watched most of your recent videos and I have to say, your vlogs are so informative and interesting. You've got a new subscriber and I look forward for your next episodes. Greetings to y'all from Algeria 🇩🇿

Thank you for showing my beautiful city!

Sweet Video - I've never considered visiting Philadelphia from the UK but I'll definitely be heading there once the borders open!!

Man do I miss Philly! Awesome video!

I absolutely loved your vlog of Philly! My hometown! 👍🥰👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Beautiful town indeed! I’m a big fan of the show “Cold Case.” That’s how I found out about Philly. Keep up the great work!

That painter passed the vibe check

Born and raised. My family has been in the city for generations. I still love the city. We are unique and friendly here.

@KarenHullerEC

3 жыл бұрын

I just traced my own family back two nights ago to 1795, members of the St. Michaels and Zion Lutheran Church in Spring Garden. In another line my great great great grandfather was a baker in Old Kensington. I have a whole new hometown tour to do now, churches and cemeteries included.

You make the best videos. I really love your work. I have always wanted to visit the states and your videos make me even more interested. Your great at capturing the vibe of the place and the filming is really high quality and captures the beauty of a place

I've been in Philly in '99 and loved it! We stayed in the University area, near Drexel, and every day we walked to the city seeing the great view. We went to the movies, a Phillies game and walked around the city. Great city, very cool!

🌺 so far the Loveliest city that you've shown in your country. Seems like a Very charming easygoing place.

@christopherwalton5445

3 жыл бұрын

As a lifelong Philly resident, this is Philly through rose colored glasses, trust me

@greenleaf8226

3 жыл бұрын

@@christopherwalton5445 yes for sure there is hardship headaches and more difficult neighbourhoods than that was shown...that applies to every place on our planet...but even so, the vibe of the people and structural layout is pleasing somehow...maybe it's because of the historical background or something I can't quite put my finger on.

@mariellencressman9624

2 жыл бұрын

Philly is not easy going. People tend to be rather rude, it's high strung E Coast mentality but not as fast as NYC.

I visited Philadelphia 5 years ago and I loved the place. Lovely city & great people..

Your videos are saving me so much travel money, thanks man, you da real MVP

Thanks for coming to our city. We love it here :) Glad you had a nice time!