We've found the best place to watch that parade in that area is to stand by the Liberty Bell. It's on a slight rise and you can see a lot without being crowded from behind along the parade route. Unless you have a special area, watching parades from along the ropes is too often not a pleasant experience. People like to lean over your shoulder, thrust their cameras in front of your face and there kids in front of you. Sometimes they will let you watch the parade from the porch area of the LTT as long as it doesn't get too crowded.