We're spoiled here in Washington that most of our museums and historical attractions are completely free, making DC a very wallet-friendly destination for tourists and locals playing tourists. Like Washington, and just a quick bus or train ride away, Philadelphia is also rich in history and pretty affordable to explore, so long as you're willing to put up with some lines ;-) Here are a few budget-friendly things to do in America's former capital... VISIT AMERICA'S MOST IMPORTANT HISTORICAL SITES Bonus: they're all conveniently located within a square mile. Between 1790 and 1800, while the Federal City (<-- DC) was under construction, Philadelphia got to be the temporary capital of the ...