Waterfront area of Center City Philadelphia along the Delaware River
General Information
Hours:
24/7
Fees:
No fees
Pet Policy:
Pets allowed
Closest cities with hotels:
Philadelphia
Seasons:
All year
Location:
How to Get There
Take Market St, N Independence Mall E, Race St and N Christopher Columbus Blvd to Penns Lndg. Turn left onto Penns Lndg
Overview
Penn's Landing is Center City Philadelphia's waterfront on the Delaware River, named for William Penn's 1682 arrival (he actually landed in Chester). It is a hub for festivals, historic ships, and river views, with the RiverLink Ferry to the Camden waterfront.
Highlights
- Independence Seaport Museum: with the USS Olympia (Spanish-American War cruiser) and USS Becuna (WWII submarine)
- Moshulu: a tall ship turned floating restaurant
- Spruce Street Harbor Park: a seasonal urban beach with hammocks, boardwalk, and lights
- Blue Cross RiverRink: ice skating in winter, roller skating in summer
- Memorials: the Irish Memorial, Vietnam and Korean War memorials, and Columbus obelisk
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