GETTING AROUND THE CITY DURING POPE FRANCIS' VISIT? THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT

With millions of extra people coming to town for the World Meeting of Familes and the Papal visit in September, getting around could get complicated.

Now, there’s some help.

The “Go Philadelphia!” app is designed to provide information about the region’s cultural institutions and family-friendly events taking place between September 18-29 to accommodate visitors who will arrive early or stay after the Papal visit.

With more than 20 categories clustered for easy retrieval, the “Go Philadelphia!” app curates and displays events and attractions on an interactive online map. Visitors have instant access and detailed information about institutions, exhibits, events and attractions, translation services, frequently asked questions, schedules, maps, and more.

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