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Have you ever wondered where to travel, for famed movie locations, American history, and classic sports? Put Philadelphia on the top of your list. Then, get off the beaten path and explore outside the city. Whether you know it as Rocky Balboa's hometown, the City of Brotherly Love, the City of Firsts, or simply the birthplace of the United States of America, Philadelphia has something to offer everyone on your East Coast road trip.
First up, let's start with the City of Firsts. Philadelphia famously hosted the first Continental Congress, but it also boasts some unique, lesser-known firsts. For instance, it's home to the first U.S. Mint. You can visit America's first zoo here, which opened in 1874 and is still open, it's home to the…