Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia

Name: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution
Address: Washington Square, Philadelphia, 19106, United States

#112 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia

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The Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier, also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, is a war memorial located within Washington Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The memorial honors the thousands of soldiers who died during the American Revolutionary War, many of whom were buried in mass graves in the square. The tomb and Washington Square are part of Independence National Historical Park. ()

Coordinates: 39°56'50"N, 75°9'10"W

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Washington SquareCenter City (Washington Square West)Philadelphia 19106 United States

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Day trips

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, American Philosophical Society, President's House.

~1000 ftNE
, Museum, History museum
Independence Hall, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Independence Hall, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district, stands as a timeless monument to the birth of the United States. This Georgian-style structure, completed in 1753, served as the meeting place where the Founding Fathers debated and adopted...
~1100 ftNE
Historic symbol of American freedom
Liberty Bell, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, is housed in a dedicated museum located in the historic city of Philadelphia. Cast in 1752, this venerable relic has become a testament to the nation's enduring quest for liberty and justice.
~1020 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Entertainment
American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of historic Philadelphia, the American Philosophical Society (APS) Museum is a testament to the city's rich intellectual heritage. Established in 1743 by Benjamin Franklin, the APS is one of the oldest learned societies in the United States...
~1400 ftNE
Georgian architecture, Memorial, Historical place
President's House, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The President's House in Philadelphia stands as a significant memorial to both the early history of the United States and the complex legacy of slavery in America. Located just steps away from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, this site was the executive mansion...
~920 ftSW
Cemetery
Mikveh Israel Cemetery, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Mikveh Israel Cemetery is the oldest Jewish cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, giving evidence of a settled community as early as 1740.
~910 ftNE
Georgian temporary congress building
Congress Hall, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Congress Hall, located in Philadelphia at the intersection of Chestnut and 6th Streets, served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800.
~690 ftW
Theater
Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Musical Fund Hall in Philadelphia is a landmark building of both architectural and historic significance, noted especially for the illustrious persons who have spoken or performed there.
~940 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Walnut Street Theatre, founded in 1809 at 825 Walnut Street, on the corner of S. 9th Street in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, is the oldest operating theatre in the United States.
~1310 ftE
Museum, History museum
Old City Hall, Philadelphia
7 min walk • Old City Hall located at Chestnut Street at 5th Street in the Independence Hall complex of Independence National Historical Park in Center City, Philadelphia, was built in 1790–91 in the Federal style. The architect was David Evans, Jr.
~1320 ftNE
Historic portraits of early U.S. leaders
Second Bank of the United States, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Second Bank of the United States was the second federally authorized Hamiltonian national bank in the United States. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, it was chartered from February 1816 to January 1836.
~1230 ftSE
Synagogue, Neighbourhood
Society Hill Synagogue, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Society Hill Synagogue is a synagogue located in the Society Hill section of Center City Philadelphia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution?

Nearby attractions include Washington Square, Philadelphia (1 min walk), The St. James, Philadelphia (3 min walk), The Curtis Center, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Favrile glass, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution:

Bus

Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (2 min walk)
Locust St & 8th St • Lines: 12, 47 (3 min walk)

Metro

9th-10th & Locust • Lines: Patco (6 min walk)
8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (8 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (13 min walk)
Suburban Station (24 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (16 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (20 min walk)