5 Fun Things to Do in Philadelphia on a Rainy Day

Rainy days in Philly don't have to be boring. Trade your next gloomy afternoon of Netflix for one of these indoor excursions.

Wonderspaces
Take shelter from the rain and visit Wonderspaces inside Fashion District Philadelphia to see thoughtful and interactive works from a variety of artists. The museum is now showing Submergence by Squidsoup, which includes thousands of dangling lights for visitors to walk through, and Thank You Bags by Reed van Brunschot—a response to mass consumerism and the environmental impact of plastic. philadelphia.wonderspaces.com

Longwood Gardens
Locals flock to Media’s Longwood Gardens every year—even on the rainiest of days. Say goodbye to gloom after a visit to their indoor conservancies and gardens that are filled with vibrant, seasonal blooms and whimsical water features. Just be sure to check out the Pride-of-Madeira, which is in bloom now. 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, longwoodgardens.org

King of Prussia Mall

With so many stores and dining experiences to choose from, King of Prussia mall is the perfect spot to escape a rainy day. Shop until your drop at Dolce & Gabanna, Louise Vuitton or Zenga before grabbing lunch at Eddie V's Prime Seafood. 160 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia, 610.265.5727, simon.com/mall

Franklin Institute

Named after Benjamin Franklin, the country's first prominent scientist and social leader, this museum was built in 1824 to inspire learning about science and technology. The Franklin Institute offers an ever-changing lineup of interactive exhibits sure to captivate curious minds young and old. Just be sure you check out the world premiere of Disney 100: The Exhibition that immerses guests in their favorite Disney classics. 222 N 20th St., fi.edu

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Built in 1928 on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, this legendary art museum features works from artists all around the world. Marvel collections as varied as American and contemporary art, costume and textiles, East Asian art, European decorative arts and sculpture, European painting, prints, drawings and photographs and South Asian art. This spring, be sure to check out Isaac Julien: Lina Bo Bardi—A Marvellous Entanglement, which explores the works of Italian-Brazilian modernist architect Lina Bo Bardi. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, philamuseum.org