West Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Name: West Philadelphia
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#347 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Facts and practical information

West Philadelphia, nicknamed West Philly, is a section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Though there is no official definition of its boundaries, it is generally considered to reach from the western shore of the Schuylkill River, to City Avenue to the northwest, Cobbs Creek to the southwest, and the SEPTA Media/Elwyn Line to the south. An alternate definition includes all city land west of the Schuylkill; this would also include Southwest Philadelphia and its neighborhoods. The eastern side of West Philadelphia is also known as University City. ()

Alternative names: Area: 14.2 mi²Coordinates: 39°58'33"N, 75°12'46"W

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Day trips

West Philadelphia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia Zoo, Sedgley Woods, Mount Pleasant Mansion.

~1750 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia
9 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...
1 miE
Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia
25 min walk • The Philadelphia Zoo, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, United States, stands as a beacon of wildlife conservation and family-friendly recreation. Established in 1874, it has the distinction of being America's first zoo, and today it continues to delight visitors...
1.2 miE
Golf
Sedgley Woods, Philadelphia
31 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...
0.9 miNE
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Mount Pleasant Mansion, Philadelphia
23 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.
0.4 miN
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden, Philadelphia
11 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.
0.9 miNE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Ulysses S. Grant, Philadelphia
23 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.
0.6 miNE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Alexander von Humboldt, Philadelphia
15 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.
1 miE
Bridge
Girard Avenue Bridge, Philadelphia
25 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.
~1560 ftNE
Museum, Historical place, Art gallery
Memorial Hall, Philadelphia
8 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.
0.8 miNE
Monuments and statues
Playing Angels, Philadelphia
21 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.
0.5 miNE
Museum, History museum
Cedar Grove, Philadelphia
13 min walk • Cedar Grove Mansion, located in west Fairmount Park, was the summer residence for five generations of Philadelphia families. The house was built as a rural retreat from city life, and was originally located within the present day Frankford neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia, about 4 mi beyond the colonial-era city limits.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to West Philadelphia?

Nearby attractions include Rudolph Blankenburg School, Philadelphia (7 min walk), Memorial Hall, Philadelphia (8 min walk), Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia (9 min walk), Smith Memorial Arch, Philadelphia (9 min walk).

How to get to West Philadelphia by public transport?

The nearest stations to West Philadelphia:

Tram

Girard Avenue & Belmont Avenue • Lines: 15 (5 min walk)
Lancaster Avenue & 48th Street • Lines: 10 (9 min walk)

Metro

46th Street • Lines: Mfl (31 min walk)
52nd Street • Lines: Mfl (32 min walk)

Train

Wynnefield Avenue (32 min walk)