🇺🇸Local American Trains SHOCKED Me (New York to Washington)

The journey kicks off at New York Penn Station, where we board the Amtrak Northeast Regional Train 108 for a fast-paced ride down to Pennsylvania. Stepping off at the historic William H. Gray III 30th Street Station, we take a moment to admire the grand architecture of this bustling transit hub before heading out on foot to experience the heart of Philadelphia. Our walking tour cuts right through the city center, leading us straight to the majestic Swann Memorial Fountain situated in Logan Square. From there, we stroll down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, a stunning stretch often referred to as "Museum Mile," which is beautifully lined with international flags. This colorful display, originally installed in 1976 to mark the Bicentennial Celebration, proudly represents countries that have a significant population residing in the city. The walk naturally builds up to a quintessential Philadelphia moment: running up the 72 iconic "Rocky Steps" at the east entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, just steps away from where the famous Rocky Statue immortalizes the legendary movie. We also dive into some deep American history by exploring the Library Company of Philadelphia. Founded by Benjamin Franklin and his friends in 1731, this institution is recognized as the country's very first successful public lending library. After taking in the incredible monuments and rich heritage, we head back to 30th Street Station to experience the comfort of the Amtrak Northeast Regional service once more, wrapping up this epic stopover by catching a southbound train straight to Washington D.C..