Penn's Landing, Philadelphia

Name: Penn's Landing
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#150 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Penn's Landing is a waterfront area of Center City Philadelphia along the Delaware River. Its name commemorates the landing of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania in 1682. The actual landing site is farther south in Chester, Pennsylvania. The city of Philadelphia purchased the right to use the name. Penn's Landing is bounded by Front Street to the west, the Delaware River to the east, Spring Garden Street to the north, and Washington Avenue to the south, and is primarily focused on the Christopher Columbus Boulevard corridor. ()

Coordinates: 39°56'44"N, 75°8'27"W

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Center City (Penn's Landing)Philadelphia United States

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Penn's Landing – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Seaport Museum, Museum of the American Revolution, Carpenters' Hall, Merchants' Exchange Building.

~120 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia
1 min walk • Nestled along the Delaware River, the Independence Seaport Museum in Philadelphia is a cultural beacon that celebrates the maritime heritage of the city and the region. Established to preserve and interpret the port's history, the museum offers a dynamic experience...
~1750 ftNW
Museum, History museum
Museum of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
9 min walk • The Museum of the American Revolution, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, stands as a testament to the pivotal events that shaped the United States. A relatively recent addition to the city's rich historical landscape, the museum opened its doors in April 2017...
0.4 miNW
Historic, Georgian-style meeting house
Carpenters' Hall, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Carpenters' Hall, nestled in the heart of historic Philadelphia, stands as a monument to American craftsmanship and revolutionary history. This Georgian-style brick building, constructed in 1774, was the meeting place of the First Continental Congress in 1774 and has...
~1670 ftW
Museum, Palladian architecture, Greek Revival architecture
Merchants' Exchange Building, Philadelphia
9 min walk • The Merchants' Exchange Building stands as an architectural treasure in the heart of Philadelphia, a testament to the city’s historical and commercial significance. Completed in 1834, this National Historic Landmark, designed by William Strickland, is a prime example...
~800 ftW
Memorial
Philadelphia Korean War Memorial, Philadelphia
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial at Penn's Landing serves as a poignant tribute to the sacrifices made during a pivotal conflict in modern history. Dedicated to the memory of the 610 servicemen from the Philadelphia area who...
0.4 miNW
Museum, Science museum, Library
Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia
10 min walk • The Science History Institute is an institution that preserves and promotes understanding of the history of science. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, it includes a library, museum, archive, research center and conference center.
0.5 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Theatre of Living Arts, Philadelphia
14 min walk • The Theatre of Living Arts is a concert venue located on South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The venue, which opened in 1988, dates back to the early 1900s as a nickelodeon. Over the years, the venue has seen many incarnations ranging from concert hall to movie theatre to theatre.
~770 ftS
Ship, Boat or ferry, Museum
USS Olympia, Philadelphia
4 min walk • USS Olympia is a protected cruiser that saw service in the United States Navy from her commissioning in 1895 until 1922. This vessel became famous as the flagship of Commodore George Dewey at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish–American War in 1898.
0.4 miNW
Historic church and Ben Franklin's grave
Christ Church, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Christ Church is an Episcopal church in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia. Founded in 1695 as a parish of the Church of England, it played an integral role in the founding of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States.
~1790 ftW
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Powel House, Philadelphia
9 min walk • The Powel House is a historic house museum located at 244 South 3rd Street, between Willings Alley and Spruce Street, in the Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1210 ftS
Ship, Event space
Moshulu, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Moshulu is a four-masted steel barque, built as Kurt by William Hamilton and Company at Port Glasgow in Scotland in 1904. The largest remaining original windjammer, she is currently a floating restaurant docked in Penn's Landing, Philadelphia, adjacent to the museum ships USS Olympia and USS Becuna.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Penn's Landing?

Nearby attractions include Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Jupiter, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Spruce Street Harbor Park, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Gazela, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Penn's Landing by public transport?

The nearest stations to Penn's Landing:

Metro

2nd Street • Lines: Mfl (10 min walk)
5th Street • Lines: Mfl (15 min walk)

Bus

Spruce St & 6th St • Lines: 12 (15 min walk)
FlixBus Philadelphia Market Street • Lines: 2602, 2680, N2610 (17 min walk)

Light rail

Adventure Aquarium • Lines: River Line (17 min walk)
Entertainment Center • Lines: River Line (19 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (27 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (32 min walk)