Penn's Landing, Riverside entertainment district in Center City Philadelphia, US
Penn's Landing is a riverside entertainment neighborhood in Philadelphia that stretches along the Delaware waterfront with public gathering spaces and recreation areas. The area offers different venues and green spaces distributed throughout the corridor for walking and spending time outdoors.
This area was once an industrial waterfront until 2009, when the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation began converting former piers into public recreation spaces. That transition marked the start of turning this neglected industrial zone into a community destination.
The Great Plaza here hosts festivals and concerts throughout the year, drawing residents and visitors together. These gatherings shape how people experience and use this waterfront space.
The area is easily accessible by transit, with the Market-Frankford Line stopping at 2nd Street or several bus routes serving the neighborhood. Come on a clear day when the waterfront paths are most pleasant for walking and exploring.
The Seaport Museum here preserves two historic naval vessels that visitors can tour: a submarine and a cruiser from naval history. These ships offer a direct look into maritime heritage and let visitors explore their inner workings.
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