Located north of Center City, the Art Museum/ Fairmount area is known the world over for being the home to the “Rocky Steps” – the iconic movie scene where the fictional boxer “Rocky Balboa” runs up the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and pumps his fists in the air in triumph. Call it a rite of passage for every tourist and newly minted Philadelphian! Fitness enthusiasts and weekend warriors will love its proximity to Fairmount Park with over 2,000 acres of green space to run, bike and stroll. This neighborhood is perfect for young families with it’s mix of green space, cultural attractions and dining options.
Don’t Miss: The Philadelphia Museum of Art, Eastern State Penitentiary, Rodin Museum, London Grill, Jack’s Firehouse,
Borders: Vine Street to Girard Avenue, Schuylkill River to Broad Street.
Septa Lines: Broad Street Line. Bus Route: 7, 32, 33 and 48.
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