Penn’s Landing
Penn’s Landing is Philadelphia’s vibrant waterfront destination along the Delaware River named for William Penn’s historic arrival in 1682. The area offers year-round entertainment, attractions, and seasonal events. During the winter, visitors can enjoy the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, complete with ice skating, a heated lodge, food and drinks, arcade games, and festive activities. Open daily, including holidays.
Things to Do
No matter what the season—there’s always something to do at Penn’s Landing. During the warmer months its home to many festivals, concerts, and the Spruce Street Harbor Park pop up park. There’s also Summerfest and roller skating at the Blue Cross RiverRink. In the winter it’s all about ice skating with a Winterfest holiday garden pop up nearby.
You can also visit the Independence Seaport Museum—which just happens to be a SEPTA Perk.
Penn’s Landing is also just a short walk away from historic Old City—which has plenty of restaurants, bars, shops, and art galleries.
