Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

Name: Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#151 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Benjamin Franklin Parkway, commonly abbreviated to Ben Franklin Parkway, and colloquially in local usage "the Parkway", is a scenic boulevard that runs through the cultural heart of Philadelphia. Named for Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, the mile-long Parkway cuts diagonally across the grid plan pattern of Center City's northwest quadrant. It starts at Philadelphia City Hall, curves around Logan Circle, and ends before the Philadelphia Museum of Art. ()

Alternative names: Length: 5280 ftCoordinates: 39°57'49"N, 75°10'43"W

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Center City (Logan Square)Philadelphia United States

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Benjamin Franklin Parkway – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Philadelphia Museum of Art, Barnes Foundation, Fairmount Water Works, Rodin Museum.

~970 ftNW
Famed art museum with classic pieces
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Philadelphia Museum of Art is an iconic institution nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. Known for its impressive facade and sweeping steps - made famous by Sylvester Stallone's triumphant run in the movie "Rocky" - the museum is a beacon of culture...
0.4 miSE
World-class art exhibits
Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Barnes Foundation stands as a testament to the vision of Dr. Albert C. Barnes, showcasing one of the world's greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist, and early modernist paintings.
~1600 ftNW
Museum
Fairmount Water Works, Philadelphia
8 min walk • Nestled along the Schuylkill River in the heart of Philadelphia lies the Fairmount Water Works, a historic site that once served as the primary water pumping station for the city. Today, this National Historic Landmark has been transformed into a museum that not only...
~1470 ftSE
Famous sculptures by French artist
Rodin Museum, Philadelphia
8 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Philadelphia, the Rodin Museum stands as a testament to the artistic legacy of the famed French sculptor, Auguste Rodin. This cultural gem, which opened its doors in 1929, is home to one of the largest collections of Rodin's works outside of...
0.4 miNE
Historic prison with tours and exhibits
Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia
12 min walk • The Eastern State Penitentiary, a hauntingly stark structure located in Philadelphia, United States, stands as a monument to a bygone era of penology. Once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, today it operates as a museum, offering a glimpse into the...
0.5 miSE
Kid-friendly, interactive science museum
Franklin Institute, Philadelphia
13 min walk • The Franklin Institute, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, is an embodiment of the city's rich heritage in science and education. Founded in 1824, this esteemed museum has been sparking curiosity and fostering a love for science for almost two centuries.
~1360 ftW
Bridge
Spring Garden Street Bridge, Philadelphia
7 min walk • Spring Garden Street Bridge is a highway bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, that crosses the Schuylkill River below Fairmount Dam. It connects West Philadelphia to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Benjamin Franklin Parkway. It is the fourth bridge at this location.
~210 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Park
Eakins Oval, Philadelphia
2 min walk • Eakins Oval is a traffic circle in Philadelphia. It forms the northwest end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway just in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, with a central array of fountains and monuments, and a network of pedestrian walkways.
0.4 miSE
Monuments and statues
All Wars Memorial to Colored Soldiers and Sailors, Philadelphia
11 min walk • All Wars Memorial to Colored Soldiers and Sailors is a war memorial in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that honors the state's African American servicemen who fought in American conflicts from the American Revolutionary War to World War I.
0.5 miSW
Park, Postmodern architecture
Cira Centre, Philadelphia
12 min walk • The Cira Centre is a 29-story, 437-foot office high-rise in the University City section of Philadelphia, directly connected to Amtrak's 30th Street Station. Developed by Brandywine Realty Trust and designed by César Pelli, it was built in 2004-05 on a platform over rail tracks.
~1430 ftN
Museum, Art museum
Perelman Building, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Ruth and Raymond G. Perelman Building—originally the Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance Company Building—is an annex of the Philadelphia Museum of Art containing exhibition galleries, offices, conservation labs, and the museum library.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Benjamin Franklin Parkway?

Nearby attractions include Eakins Oval, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Live 8 concert, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Philadelphia Freedom Concert, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Rocky Steps, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Benjamin Franklin Parkway by public transport?

The nearest stations to Benjamin Franklin Parkway:

Train

Philadelphia 30th Street Station (15 min walk)
Suburban Station (23 min walk)

Bus

Bolt Bus (16 min walk)
Megabus (16 min walk)

Tram

Poplar Street & 25th Street • Lines: 15 (16 min walk)
South College Avenue & 24th Street • Lines: 15 (16 min walk)

Metro

30th Street • Lines: Mfl (18 min walk)
34th Street • Lines: Mfl (23 min walk)