I’ve always been a big fan of finding something beautiful and fun that even gets the locals involved. That’s why my trip to Philadelphia wasn’t centered around the Liberty Bell or a museum, but Reading Terminal Market was high on my to-do list. With world famous cookies, chocolates shaped like rats and vats of pickled vegetables of all kinds there was something for everyone.
If you arrive a bit earlier than I did, the choices for lunch are limitless and parking is much cheaper with a validation from the market. If you’re too late for lunch, try some 4th street world famous cookies, they really are delicious (and I’m a cookie connoisseur).
You can also get a wide variety of Amish treats, like pickled anything, homemade baked goods, and these great pretzels from Fisher’s Dutch Treats. 
The Amish aren’t huge fans of having their picture taken, but I did get a great shot of the barrells of homemade goodies. 
Sour Kraut and pickled tomatoes? What else could a person need! If you’re shopping for groceries, Reading Terminal Market has great deals on vegetables and fruits, and wonderful spice stores for buying spices or coffee in bulk. You can even find some of the rarer spices and gourmet accessories. No matter if you’re in the area for the day or you live there all year, the market has something to offer.
