Philadelphia | Visitor Experience Group

Welcome to Philadelphia

Welcome to the 15th annual Visitor Experience Conference! We are thrilled to welcome you back to Philadelphia, a city that’s known for the founding of the Visitor Experience Group (and maybe a few other things too). Since this is a big year and many of us on the VEX team are on our home turf, we have a lot planned for your Philly experience. You’ll be dining at some of our favorite spots for the dine-arounds. We’ll be taking you to some of our favorite institutions across the Delaware Valley. You might even end up on a late-night Wawa run with us after the after party.

In addition to all of that, we have an amazing conference planned for you. As always, the day of sessions and the keynote address are pay-what-you-wish, there’s a stellar line up of thought-provoking workshops, and we’re offering more tours and events than we ever have! We are so excited to host you here in the City of Brotherly Love to gather together, as so many have before, to discuss how we can contribute to a more perfect union.

Conference Hotel

The Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District is located at 400 Arch Street in the heart of the Old City Historic District. It is a short, five-minute stroll from the National Constitution Center and located very close to attractions including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Elfreth's Alley, the Museum of the American Revolution, the Betsy Ross House, the Independence Seaport Museum, and many more! Book your room today at the official hotel of the 2026 Visitor Experience Conference in Philadelphia!

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Lunch Options

Where to eat near the NCC

The National Constitution Center is our host for Monday's conference sessions and keynote as well as Tuesday's roundtable breakfast and workshops. On both days, lunch will be on your own. Here are a few of our favorite spots within a half mile of the NCC.

Take Out Options (limited/no seating)
- Mulberry Market (Deli) - 0.3 miles away at 236 Arch St.
- Sassafras Market (Deli) - 0.3 miles away at 163 N. 3rd St.
- ShiMiaoDao Yunnan Rice Noodle (Chinese) - 0.3 miles away at 901 Race St.
- Primo Hoagies (Sandwiches) - 0.4 miles away at 304 Market St.
Seated Options
- Café Olé (Mediterranean) - 0.3 miles away at 147 N. 3rd St.
- Race Street Café (American) - 0.4 miles away at 208 Race St.
- Revolution House (American) - 0.5 miles away at 200 Market St.

Explore Old City

Shopping

Some of the best shopping in Philly is in Old City within minutes of our hotel. Check out some of our favorites while you're in town:

A Four Foot Prune - 142 N 2nd St. (3 blocks from the hotel)
- Antique/Nostalgia shop with a great selection of Muppet memorabilia.
Ana Thorne - 47 N 3rd St. (1 block from the hotel)
- Amazing gift boutique featuring a ton of great merch done by a local artist - perfect if you don't want the same old souvenirs.
Penzey's Spices - 233 Market St. (2 blocks from the hotel)
- Not locally owned, but a great chain with some of the best spice blends you'll ever cook with. Be sure to snag the Bavarian blend for your Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing.
Philadelphia Independents - 33 N 3rd St. (1 block from the hotel)
- Another cool gift shop featuring art and souvenirs by local artists.