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Things to do
Dining
Center City is home to some of the hottest dining rooms in the nation, including 13 by famed restaurateur Stephen Starr. This is the place where you'll find Oprah's favorite macaroni and cheese - just head to Delilah's Southern Cuisine at the Reading Terminal Market. Plus, the surrounding region is brimming with high-quality and incredibly stylish restaurants, find out more here.
Entertainment
You'll never be bored in Philadelphia. Whether you're looking for a night filled with rock 'n' roll, refined theater, or the perfect cocktail, you're sure to find it in Philadelphia! Philadelphia boasts a very exciting and stylish nightlife scene. Almost every neighborhood in the city has bustling lounges, bars, and clubs that come to life after dusk and electrify the streets until 2:00 a.m. Click here to find out more about some of the top spots in the city.
Sports & Recreation
Home to the Eagles, the 76ers, the Phillies and other pro sports teams, Philadelphia always offers a way to enjoy your favorite pastime, find out more here.
Shopping
Some people come to Philadelphia for the history, some for the culture, and some for the sports. But plenty of others come just to shop! There are a variety of major shopping centers in the nine-county vicinity, and with no sales tax on clothing or shoes, bargain hunters can save a bundle. Click here to find our more about some of the highlights.
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Things to see
Historic sites
Historic sites in Philadelphia give visitors a chance to experience the depth of the city's roots. After all, Philadelphia played an integral role in the founding of America. Walking the same streets as such American greats as George Washington and Edgar Allan Poe inevitably conjures up a sense of appreciation for the city. Embark on a journey into Philadelphia's rich history, click here for further information.
Religious sites
In a city with as much cultural history as Philadelphia, you'd expect to see some famous religious sites. Churches and synagogues in Philadelphia carry a lot of cultural weight as well as historical significance. Some provided spiritual solace for a few of our nation's founding fathers, others house historical artifacts. Click here for further information.
Markets, shopping and the arts
There's no cost to checking out Philadelphia's many markets, shopping centers and arts districts. If you're interested in any of these categories, you'll have plenty of options to keep you busy. Famous markets such as the Italian Market and Reading Terminal Market make for great sightseeing and people watching, while cultural and arts centers such as the Galleries at Moore College and the Kimmel Center help you appreciate Philadelphia arts even more. Click here to explore more.
Other Philadelphia sites
In addition to history, religion, museums and markets, there are even more attractions. Although these sights don't fall neatly into a single category, they still offer their own unique spin on Philadelphia, whether it's a memorial or a modern city hall. Many of these attractions are "firsts-and-onlys," making them distinctly Philadelphia. See which ones appeal to you, find out more here.
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Getting around
Philadelphia sits in the heart of the Northeast Corridor and is within a day's drive of 40% of the country’s population. By train or car, Philadelphia is less than two hours from New York City and less than three hours from Washington, D.C.
With 29 airlines and more than 1,400 flights arriving and departing daily at Philadelphia International Airport, getting into Philadelphia is a breeze. The short trek into Center City from the airport takes 20 minutes on the Regional Rail Line. Flat-rate fare cabs and busses also make travel to and from the airport a quick and easy hop.
Whether by plane, train or car, chances are Philadelphia is closer than you think.
Around town
The only thing easier than getting to Philadelphia is getting around once you're here. In Philadelphia, everything is just around the corner, but miles from ordinary.
Hop aboard SEPTA, which provides an extensive network of buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail lines allowing you to navigate not only Center City, but the surrounding region.
SEPTA’s Phlash is a seasonal bus route designed to be a quick and easy connection between Center City attractions and most downtown hotels. Service is approximately every 12 minutes. It is one of the best ways to get around to 25 key locations in Center City and is just $2 each time you board or just $5 for an all-day individual pass and $10 for an all-day family pass. So hop-on and hop-off the purple bus to see Philadelphia in a Phlash!
Renting a car? There are more than 13,000 parking spaces in Center City. And if you need to get somewhere fast, Philadelphia has more than 1,600 licensed and trained cabs.
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How to get there
Philadelphia is conveniently located in the Northeast, just 1 hour and 20 minutes from New York City and 1 hour and 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., via Amtrak’s Acela Express line.
At Amtrak’s 30th Street Station, attendees from up and down the Northeast Corridor can connect to the local transit system, SEPTA, which offers a direct link to the Pennsylvania Convention Center for free!
29 airlines serve Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) with more than 1,400 daily flights, including 120 international flights. Attendees can connect to Center City on the R1 Line, which stops at the Pennsylvania Convention Center and hotels, for just $7 one way.
Center City is an easy train or cab ride from Philadelphia International Airport—just minutes away—and Amtrak’s 30th Street Station.
Getting here by car is simple for attendees, too. I-95, I-76, and the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Turnpikes provide access from all points on the compass.
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Where to stay
With more than 30,000 hotel rooms in the region, more than 8,500 within an easy 15-minute walk of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, attendees will enjoy comfort and convenience in Philadelphia.
As the city prepares for an expanded Convention Center opening in March 2011, hotel developments and renovations continue throughout the city, including the addition of an estimated 2,000 - 2,500 hotel rooms by 2013.
Chemspec USA will be in a postion to appoint an official hotel booking agent in the near future which will provide attendees with preferential rates. Please check back soon for further information, meanwhile you can view ideas of where to stay here.
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About Philadelphia
Step back into colonial times and learn about the birth of a nation, then relax at one of Philadelphia's most exhilarating nightspots.
Study Post-Impressionist-era paintings at the Philadelphia Museum of Art before embarking on a Mural Arts Tour to learn how some of today's hot modern artists beautify the city. Shop for treasures on Antique Row, or hit Old City's eclectic boutiques for something more contemporary. From museums and architecture, to shopping and dining, Philadelphia offers countless way to make the most of your visit.
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Venue information
Chemspec USA 2011 will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC), located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia.
The PCC combines historic preservation and architectural innovation with state-of-the-art technology, making it one of the most adaptable, high-tech convention centers in the United States. And, its convenient Center City location means meeting here couldn’t be easier.
Located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia, the PCC is one of the few convention centers designed to be uniquely woven into the city’s landscape. Within a short, safe and scenic walk, visitors have access to literally hundreds of restaurants, shops, cultural institutions, attractions, and other downtown amenities, not to mention 8,500 hotel rooms.
Inside, the Convention Center is strictly 21st Century. The meeting facilities and technology are state-of-the-art. And you’ll find the ambiance and amenities are hotel-like in both scope and quality.
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