Moshulu, Philadelphia

Name: Moshulu
Address: 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, 19106, United States
Telephone: +1 215-923-2500

#94 among attractions in Philadelphia

Ship, Event space

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 39°56'32"N, 75°8'28"W

Address

401 S Christopher Columbus BlvdCenter City (Penn's Landing)Philadelphia 19106 United States

Contact

+1 215-923-2500

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Day trips

Moshulu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Seaport Museum, Merchants' Exchange Building, Philadelphia Korean War Memorial, Theatre of Living Arts.

~1320 ftN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia
7 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...
0.4 miNW
Museum, Palladian architecture, Greek Revival architecture
Merchants' Exchange Building, Philadelphia
12 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...
~1160 ftNW
Memorial
Philadelphia Korean War Memorial, Philadelphia
6 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 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Theatre of Living Arts, Philadelphia
11 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.
~440 ftN
Ship, Boat or ferry, Museum
USS Olympia, Philadelphia
3 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
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Powel House, Philadelphia
11 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.
0.6 miNW
Nightlife, Cinema
Philadelphia Bourse, Philadelphia
16 min walk • The Philadelphia Bourse was a commodities exchange founded in 1891 by George E. Bartol, a grain and commodities exporter, who modeled it after the Bourse in Hamburg, Germany.
0.6 miE
Concerts and shows, Convention center, Music venue
BB&T Pavilion, Camden
16 min walk • The Waterfront Music Pavilion, formerly known as BB&T Pavilion, Susquehanna Bank Center, Tweeter Center, and Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre, is an outdoor amphitheater/indoor theater complex in Camden, New Jersey, located in the Camden Waterfront entertainment district on the Delaware River across from Philadelphia.
~1560 ftNW
Skyscraper
Society Hill Towers, Philadelphia
8 min walk • Society Hill Towers is a three-building condominium located in the Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The complex contains three 31-story skyscrapers with 624 units on a 5-acre site. The towers were designed by I.M.
~1900 ftW
Church, Georgian architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Philadelphia
10 min walk • St. Peter's Church is a historic Episcopal church located on the corner of Third and Pine Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1210 ftN
Harbor
Penn's Landing, Philadelphia
6 min walk • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Moshulu open?

Moshulu is open:

Monday 5 pm - 9:30 pm
Tuesday 5 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday 5 pm - 9:30 pm
Thursday 5 pm - 9:30 pm
Friday 5 pm - 10 pm
Saturday 11 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 9:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Moshulu?

Nearby attractions include USS Olympia, Philadelphia (3 min walk), USS Becuna, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Gazela, Philadelphia (4 min walk), Spruce Street Harbor Park, Philadelphia (4 min walk).

How to get to Moshulu by public transport?

The nearest stations to Moshulu:

Metro

2nd Street • Lines: Mfl (15 min walk)
5th Street • Lines: Mfl (19 min walk)

Bus

Spruce St & 6th St • Lines: 12 (16 min walk)
Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (19 min walk)

Light rail

Entertainment Center • Lines: River Line (18 min walk)
Adventure Aquarium • Lines: River Line (18 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (30 min walk)

Tram

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