American Commerce Center, Philadelphia

#655 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Facts and practical information

The American Commerce Center was a proposed supertall skyscraper approved for construction in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania but cancelled due to the 2008 recession. The Comcast Innovation and Technology Center now stands on the site. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'18"N, 75°10'13"W

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Center City (Logan Square)Philadelphia United States

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Day trips

American Commerce Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Liberty Place, Logan Circle, Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Comcast Center.

~1230 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Liberty Place, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Liberty Place is an iconic commercial hub nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. This shopping center, a distinctive feature of the city's skyline, offers a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options.
~1100 ftN
Park, Historical place
Logan Circle, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Logan Circle, a vibrant oasis nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, is a beloved park that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Known for its immaculate landscaping and the stunning Swann Memorial Fountain at its center, Logan Circle is not just any...
~710 ftN
Family-friendly natural history museum
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Philadelphia
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University stands as a beacon of scientific inquiry and education. Established in 1812, this prestigious institution is America’s oldest natural history museum and is renowned for its...
~560 ftE
William Penn, Postmodern architecture
Comcast Center, Philadelphia
3 min walk • The Comcast Center, soaring above the skyline of Philadelphia, is an emblematic skyscraper that defines the city's modern architectural landscape. Standing at 975 feet, it is the tallest building in Philadelphia and the state of Pennsylvania.
~780 ftE
Memorial
Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza is a Holocaust memorial park located at the intersection of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 16th Street and Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~280 ftE
Church
Arch Street Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
2 min walk • Arch Street Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian Church at 1724 Arch Street, located between the two Comcast skyscrapers in the Logan Square neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1010 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, head church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is located at 18th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, on the east side of Logan Square in Philadelphia.
~1070 ftSE
Observation decks and towers
One Liberty Observation Deck, Philadelphia
6 min walk • One Liberty Observation Deck, also called Philly From The Top, was an 883 ft high observation deck located on the 57th floor of One Liberty Place in Center City, Philadelphia. As of September 2021 the deck is closed permanently as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
~1060 ftN
Monuments and statues, Fountain
Swann Memorial Fountain, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Swann Memorial Fountain is an art deco fountain sculpture located in the center of Logan Circle in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. The fountain, by Alexander Stirling Calder designed with architect Wilson Eyre, memorializes Dr. Wilson Cary Swann, founder of the Philadelphia Fountain Society.
~1250 ftE
Park, Colonial revival architecture
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Philadelphia
7 min walk • Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is the municipal department responsible for managing parks, recreation centers, playgrounds, trails, community gardens, and historic properties in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its inventory includes more than 150 parks and 170 recreation centers and playgrounds.
~960 ftNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Saint Clement's Church, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Saint Clement's Church is a historic Anglo-Catholic parish in Logan Square, Center City, Philadelphia. It is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania. The church, designed by architect John Notman, was built in 1856.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to American Commerce Center?

Nearby attractions include Comcast Technology Center, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Arch Street Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Three Logan Square, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Wesley Building, Philadelphia (2 min walk).

How to get to American Commerce Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Commerce Center:

Tram

19th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (4 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (8 min walk)

Train

Suburban Station (5 min walk)
Philadelphia 30th Street Station (16 min walk)

Metro

15th Street • Lines: Mfl (8 min walk)
City Hall • Lines: Bsl (11 min walk)

Bus

Walnut St & 19th St • Lines: 12, 9 (9 min walk)