10 Unique Breakout Sessions for Your Next Meeting or Corporate Event in Philadelphia

Breakout sessions have increasingly become an important part of an off-site experience for groups. Whether you are hosting an executive retreat or a large conference, breakout sessions provide the ability to build new skills, bond with colleagues and allow for creativity. The team at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia offers unique and personalized breakout sessions to enhance the meeting experience.

Wellness

• Meditation and Sound Healing Experience - For groups that want to incorporate a wellness experience to their retreat, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia can curate an intimate experience that can be hosted on the 57th floor infinity pool deck, 5th floor terrace or even in a ballroom space. A Spa therapist leads guests in a guided and peaceful meditation through sound healing bowl therapy, a unique experience designed to achieve a restorative, peaceful state through beautiful sounds and vibrations that come from Tibetan singing bowls.  This practice alleviates stressful thoughts and transforms the inner energies so that attendees leave feeling revitalized and refreshed.
• Mocktail Crafting - Allow the team at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia to arrange a Mocktail Crafting class in Jean-Georges Philadelphia, located on the 59th floor of the Hotel. The beverage team will guide the group and demonstrate how to create inspired mocktails with fresh and nutritious ingredients, creating an opportunity for attendees to experiment and engage in a laid-back setting.

Culture and Art

• Private Tour of the Philadelphia Museum of Art - Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art and take a moment to marvel at a guided, themed collection experience. Perfect for the first-time visitor, The Highlights of the Museum tour provides an overview of some of the museum's most renowned treasures. Explore the museum’s iconic, century-old buildings and discover the recent transformation while also looking ahead to the vision of the future with The Museum’s Architecture tour.
• Reading Terminal Market History and Tasting Tour - Reading Terminal Market is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Philadelphia. Located in the heart of downtown, the market offers a diverse range of local and international cuisines. Exclusively designed for Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia, the History & Tasting tour invites guests to embark on a culinary adventure and explore the foundation of one of America’s oldest public markets. Each customizable experience includes bites from some of the most popular and long-standing merchants, allowing guests to embrace Philadelphia’s rich food culture.
• Architectural Walking Tour - Step back in time to 1776 to discover the birthplace of the nation on a private walking tour through the first World Heritage City in the United States. Home to landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia is characterized by a rich array of historic buildings and cultural sites. Ideal for groups looking to incorporate an outdoor experience, this tour ventures to Elreth’s Alley, the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Culinary Breakouts

• When Life Gives You Lemons - When life gives you lemons, make lemonade! The Lemon Breakout session offers a light and refreshing selection of citrus treats and beverages for attendees to take a moment to re-energize and refocus ahead of an afternoon of programming.
• Coffee Chats with Vernick Coffee Bar - Allow the team at Vernick Coffee Bar to curate a selection of caffè Umbria beverages complemented by house-baked goods and fresh-pressed juices. A signature treat paired with an artisan beverage is the perfect way for any group to ease into the morning. The modern Philadelphia café is a hidden oasis tucked away behind a canopy of trees in Comcast Technology Center’s upper lobby at 18th and Arch Streets.

Destination Adventures

• Philadelphia Boat Cruise - Cruise the Penn’s Landing and the Delaware river with friends and colleagues while enjoying a customizable picnic from the Hotel's culinary team. Available for small groups, the concierge team can reserve a private tour with Philadelphia Cruise Company for a memorable day on the water. The group can enjoy an afternoon of sightseeing or an al fresco sunset tour before dinner.
• Electric Bike Tour - Discover one of the country’s oldest cities with complimentary electric bikes from local shop Cadence Cycling. Itineraries with pre-set routes and highlighted points of interest have been organized by the Hotel team through Ride with GPS. Stop along the way and enjoy a meal prepared by Four Seasons Executive Chef Fabio Pineda as you discover the beauty of Philadelphia.
• Group Scavenger Hunt - Encourage team building among attendees as they experience the vibrancy of the city by exploring the streets of Philadelphia through a group scavenger hunt. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia has curated a historical scavenger tour of Philadelphia to challenge and encourage team building. Follow the footsteps of the founding fathers while visiting the monuments, museums and historical sites dedicated to preserving the country’s rich history.