Wesley Building, Philadelphia

Name: Wesley Building
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#465 among attractions in Philadelphia

Skyscraper, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Wesley Building, also known as the Robert Morris Hotel, is a historic office building and hotel located at 1701-09 Arch Street at the corner of N. 17th Street in the Logan Square neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The original 6-story section was built in 1914–15, with an 8-story addition in 1921–22; the cornice of the original building can still be seen above the sixth floor. ()

Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 39°57'17"N, 75°10'8"W

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Center City (Logan Square)Philadelphia United States

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Day trips

Wesley Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~970 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Liberty Place, Philadelphia
5 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.
~990 ftNW
Family-friendly natural history museum
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Philadelphia
5 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...
~970 ftE
Park
Love Park, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, Love Park serves as a vibrant urban oasis and a symbol of brotherly love. Officially named John F. Kennedy Plaza, the park gained its affectionate moniker from Robert Indiana's iconic LOVE sculpture, which has adorned the space...
~170 ftE
William Penn, Postmodern architecture
Comcast Center, Philadelphia
1 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.
~440 ftNE
Memorial
Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza, Philadelphia
3 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.
~130 ftNW
Church
Arch Street Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
1 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.
~980 ftN
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.
~810 ftS
Observation decks and towers
One Liberty Observation Deck, Philadelphia
4 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.
~880 ftE
Park, Colonial revival architecture
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Philadelphia
5 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.
0.4 miNW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Cherry Street Tavern, Philadelphia
11 min walk • The Cherry Street Tavern is a bar and restaurant at 22nd and Cherry Streets in the Logan Square neighborhood of Philadelphia. It is notable as a local landmark that has operated in the same location since the early 1900s. The bar was bought by local football legend John "Tex" Flannery in 1972.
~1980 ftSW
39°57'6"N • 75°10'29"W
Helium Comedy Club, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Nightlife, Comedy club

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wesley Building?

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

How to get to Wesley Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wesley Building:

Train

Suburban Station (3 min walk)
Jefferson Station (16 min walk)

Tram

19th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (5 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (7 min walk)

Metro

15th Street • Lines: Mfl (6 min walk)
City Hall • Lines: Bsl (9 min walk)

Bus

Walnut St & 18th St • Lines: 12, 9 (9 min walk)
Broad St & S Penn Sq • Lines: 27, 4 (10 min walk)