Parkway Museum District Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
City Hall, Philadelphia
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.
The Franklin Institute
You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Barnes Foundation
Rich with history, The Barnes Foundation is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Philadelphia: Whiskey Rebellion Trail Tasting Pass
Secret Bars and Favorite Spots Walking Tour in Philadelphia
Enchanted Evening: Art & Romance in South Philadelphia
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkway Museum District
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Rittenhouse Square or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Rittenhouse Square and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Washington Square Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
Fairmount
If you're spending time in Fairmount, check out sights like Fairmount Waterworks Drive or Philadelphia Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 26th St & Poplar St Tram Stop or Poplar St & Stillman Stop.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
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