Photo by George Widman 1999 by Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation. Daily shuttle services from Philadelphia hotels, airport and train station is available. Shuttle service is also available on Academy Bus Lines departing from the Port Authority weekly in New York City. Photo by Bob Krist 1999 by Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation. The Reading Terminal Market, at 12 th and Arch Streets, was established in 1893 and is the nation's oldest continuously operating farmers' market.
Cooks come to the market for the very freshest in meats, poultry, fish and specialty ingredients.
Cooking demonstrations and cookbook signings are frequent events. The northwestern corner of the market is primarily devoted to Lancaster County Amish merchants who bring their farm-fresh products and distinctive prepared dishes. Sit-down eateries are scattered throughout the market. Cookware, plants and flowers, books and many other items are also available. Photo by Bob Krist 1999 by Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation.