WHAT:
WHERE:
 

Independence Seaport Museum

ADDRESS:211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
PHONE:2159255439
AVERAGE RATING
3.0
Yelp
4
Yahoo! Travel
2

$9

Been here before? Rate It!

Independence Seaport Museum Details

DESCRIPTIONS FROM ACROSS THE WEB
Nationally recognized for its collection of Delaware River related maritime... more on Museum Stuff
A state of the art, multi-million dollar learning facility featuring more than 20 permanent interactiv... more on tripadvisor.com
Take a seat for your choice of seafaring lesson and join us on an exciting voyage... more on phillyseaport.org
Two historic ships are the main draw at the Independence Seaport Museum, but what really fascinates kids is the WWII submarine Becuna. The cruiser Olympia, with her glorious history, may interest older kids.In the museum proper, don't miss the Home Port Philadelphia... more on gocitykids.com
Opposite Walnut Street, between the two dock areas, is this user-friendly maritime museum. The premier attraction of the city's waterfront, the Seaport Museum additionally boasts the docked cruiser Olympia... more on frommers.com
REVIEWS FROM ACROSS THE WEB (read all)
4.5
Adam J. 's review
Ok, so its not your museum of art of natural history, but then again sometimes...
a user of yelp.com, Read full review on yelp.com
1.5
Not too organized
(05/21/06)
Our girl scout troop "surprised" the front desk clerk when we showed up for an advertised group event,...
By A Yahoo! User from Valley Forge, PA , a user of yahoo, Read full review on yahoo
Tripadvisorlogo-11383-0
5.0
Great Maritime Museum!
(May 22, 2002)
Located on the waterfront at Penn's Landing, the Independence Seaport Museum provides a window into Philadelphia's history as a port city and ship-building center. Museum exhibits...
a user of Tripadvisor, link_url = "#{r.url}#userReviewRatings" Read full review on Tripadvisor
1.5
My son was harrassed...
(04/04/06)
My nine-year old son went to the Independence Seaport Museum with his fourth grade class. When he left in the morning, we gave his teacher a $20 bill to hold...
By A Yahoo! User from Bala Cynwyd, PA , a user of yahoo, Read full review on yahoo
DIRECTIONS
Take SEPTA buses 17, 21, 33, 48 or 76 to Penn's Landing along Delaware River. Walk down the steps or path of Penn's Landing's Great Plaza. You will see Independence Seaport Museum's sign and signal flags marking the Museum's entrance to your right. The Ph close to: Penn's Landing
OPEN HOURS
Daily 10a-5p, Daily 10am-5pm except for major holidays, Daily 10am-5pm
MISCELLANEOUS
Admission : Adults $8 Seniors $6.50 Children (ages 3-12) $5 Free admission on Sunday mornings from 10am - Noon. Not applicable to groups. -- Open daily 10am - 5pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Collections: art, artifacts and archival materials pertaining to the region; 1898 Cruiser OLYMPIA; World War II Submarine BECUNA; ship models
OTHER WEB RESOURCES
PLAN A TRIP
Share and Enjoy:




© 2006 - 2008 Threeall Inc.
Horizontal-small