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Reading Terminal Market

12th and Arch, Philadelphia, PA 19107
215 922 2317
As featured in Philadelphia for free
Ranked #1 of 37 shopping in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 179 Reviews
Type: Flea/ Street Markets
Activities: Dining, Shopping
Fee: No
Traveler Description: The Reading Terminal Market can trace its origins to early Philadelphia when farmers sold their produce in the middle of East Market Street.  By... more »
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Weehawken, New Jersey
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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

I reviewed this as a restaurant and gave it 5 stars, but as an attraction or shopping area, it is more appropriate as 4 stars. This review is written differently to represent the different section in TripAdvisor. Pros: 1. This is an attraction, since an organized food market like this is not common in every city. 2. Their is a... More

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San Rafael, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012
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Whenever we are in Philadelphia, we have to make a stop at the Reading Terminal Market. Why so? My husband, a native Philadelphian, just has to have a DiNic's roast pork sandwich and I, a Dutch transplant, simply have to buy at least a pound (or more) of assorted Dutch licorice at the candy stall across from Termini's bakery stall.... More

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See 5 more reviews by Dez_and_AJ for Philadelphia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Loved walking through this market! So many different ethnic food stands and the produce section is so fresh. Lots of choices for places to eat. Will definitely go back! Park in the garage across the street and get your parking garage ticket validated and you only pay $4 for two hours! More

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Niagara Falls, New York
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

We lived right near Philly for years and traveled to this market often! They have so much to choose from! There is a LARGE area in the center of the market for people to sit and enjoy lunch, as well as live entertainment some days. The prices are good, and it's clean! More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
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If you ever find yourself in downtown Philadelphia hungry but can't decide what you're hungry for head to the Reading Terminal Market. This Philadelphia institution, located one block from City Hall is a gastronomic bazaar in the heart of Philadelphia. When was the last time you had a home cooked Amish meal? Never? Well, here's your chance. With over 80... More

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Tampa, Florida
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Lovely market. You will find all kinds of things from seafood to souveniers. If I lived in the area, I would certainly shop here. My family and I enjoyed browsing and had lunch at one of the many eateries there. Good and reasonably priced. More

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Alma, Kansas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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I had lunch before I headed to the market and other than a lot of food vendors other wise there wasn't much to see. Parking in central city can also be very expensive. More

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Orlando, Florida
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Great food and lots to keep entertained. We had a terrific pulled pork sandwich and some cheese cake More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Loved this place....located right across the street from the convention centre, this market has several vendors and sure to please every taste. There is mexican, italian, indian/pakistani (halal), mediteranean (halal), deli, bakeries and fresh fruit juices. The service is fast and prices very reasonable. Easy to have a meal for under $10 even if you have a 16oz (medium) size... More

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Long Island
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

We took it to go so we couldn't get is corrected, but I ordered a chicken gyro ended up with lamb. It was OK, but would have rather had chicken. The Greek Salad was not worth $8.50. Cheese and olives were limited and the dressing didn't taste like anything. More

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