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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Hill-Physick House.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Discover the Hill-Physick House, a historic gem in Philadelphia showcasing early 19th-century architecture and the legacy of American surgery.
Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Hill-Physick House is a splendid representation of early 19th-century architecture and history. This historic site invites tourists to step back in time and explore the life and legacy of Dr. Philip Syng Physick, the father of American surgery. Visitors will enjoy guided tours that offer insights into the medical practices of the era, the house's architectural significance, and its role in the cultural landscape of Philadelphia.
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Hill-Physick House.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
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Public Transit - Bus
From Trenton, head to the Trenton Transit Center located at 1 Railroad Ave. Take the NJ Transit bus #609 towards Philadelphia. You will be riding for approximately 45 minutes. Get off at the stop at 4th Street and Market Street in Philadelphia. From there, walk east on Market Street for 2 blocks until you reach 4th Street. Turn left onto 4th Street and walk for about 2 minutes. The Hill-Physick House will be on your right at 321 S 4th St.
Train - NJ Transit
From Trenton, go to the Trenton Transit Center at 1 Railroad Ave. Board an NJ Transit train on the North Jersey Coast Line or the Raritan Valley Line heading towards Philadelphia. The train ride will take about 25 minutes. Disembark at the Philadelphia 30th Street Station. From there, you can take the Septa subway (Market-Frankford Line) from 30th Street Station to 15th Street Station. Once at 15th Street, walk one block east to Market Street, then head south for 3 blocks to 4th Street. Turn left onto 4th Street and walk for 2 minutes to reach the Hill-Physick House.
Walking
If you are already in downtown Trenton, you can take a pleasant walk to the Trenton Train Station at 1 Railroad Ave. From there, follow directions for the NJ Transit train to Philadelphia. Once in Philadelphia, follow the previous directions from the train station to reach the Hill-Physick House.
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