Columbia Railroad Bridge, Philadelphia

Name: Columbia Railroad Bridge
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#390 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Columbia Railroad Bridge, also known as "Columbia Bridge", is a 1920 concrete arch bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that carries CSX Trenton Subdivision rail lines over the Schuylkill River. Located in Fairmount Park, upstream of the Pennsylvania Railroad Connecting Bridge, it is the third railroad bridge at the site. Near its east abutment are the Schuylkill Grandstand and the John B. Kelly statue. ()

Coordinates: 39°59'8"N, 75°12'13"W

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Lower North (East Park)Philadelphia United States

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Columbia Railroad Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Please Touch Museum, Fairmount Park, Sedgley Woods, Mount Pleasant Mansion.

0.5 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia
14 min walk • The Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia is a vibrant and interactive institution dedicated to enriching the lives of children by providing opportunities for learning through play. This unique museum, designed specifically for children aged seven and younger, is housed...
~1400 ftN
Park, Georgian architecture
Fairmount Park, Philadelphia
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, Fairmount Park is a verdant oasis sprawling across the urban landscape. As one of the largest urban park systems in the world, it encompasses over 2,000 acres of rolling hills, gentle trails, and lush woodlands.
0.7 miSE
Golf
Sedgley Woods, Philadelphia
18 min walk • Nestled within the green expanse of Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, Sedgley Woods stands as one of the oldest disc golf courses in the United States. This haven for disc golf enthusiasts offers a serene escape from the bustling city life, providing a unique blend of...
~1330 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Mount Pleasant Mansion, Philadelphia
7 min walk • Mount Pleasant Mansion is a historical gem nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's Fairmount Park. This Georgian country house, built in 1761-1762, stands as a testament to America's colonial architecture and the sophisticated taste of its early inhabitants.
0.6 miSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden, Philadelphia
15 min walk • Shofuso, also known as Japanese House and Garden, is a traditional 17th century-style Japanese house and garden located in Philadelphia's West Fairmount Park on the site of the Centennial Exposition of 1876.
0.4 miNE
Museum
Ormiston Mansion, Philadelphia
12 min walk • Ormiston Mansion is a 2+1⁄2-story, red brick, late Georgian period house located in east Fairmount Park, Philadelphia.
0.4 miSE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Ulysses S. Grant, Philadelphia
12 min walk • The equestrian statue of Ulysses S. Grant is a public monument in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Located in Fairmount Park, the monument honors Ulysses S.
~1370 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Alexander von Humboldt, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Alexander von Humboldt statue is a monumental statue of Alexander von Humboldt in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Located in Fairmount Park, the statue was completed in 1871 and donated to the city in 1876.
0.9 miSE
Bridge
Girard Avenue Bridge, Philadelphia
23 min walk • The Girard Avenue Bridge is an automobile and trolley bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that carries Girard Avenue over the Schuylkill River. It connects the east and west sections of Fairmount Park, and the Brewerytown neighborhood with the Philadelphia Zoo. The current bridge is the third built on the site.
0.5 miSW
Museum, Historical place, Art gallery
Memorial Hall, Philadelphia
14 min walk • Memorial Hall is a Beaux-Arts style building in the Centennial District of West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Built as the art gallery for the 1876 Centennial Exposition, it is the only major structure from that exhibition to survive.
0.4 miSE
Monuments and statues
Playing Angels, Philadelphia
12 min walk • Playing Angels is a sculpture series along the Schuylkill River and Kelly Drive in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It consists of three boy-shaped angels standing about six feet tall with wings and musical instruments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Columbia Railroad Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Mount Pleasant Mansion, Philadelphia (7 min walk), Statue of Alexander von Humboldt, Philadelphia (7 min walk), Fairmount Park, Philadelphia (7 min walk), Boelson Cottage, Philadelphia (8 min walk).

How to get to Columbia Railroad Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Columbia Railroad Bridge:

Tram

Girard Avenue & 39th Street • Lines: 15 (20 min walk)

Bus

SEPTA 33rd & Dauphin Bus Terminal (27 min walk)

Train

Wynnefield Avenue (31 min walk)