Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the Center City area, start by heading south on 15th Street towards Market Street. Turn left onto Market Street and walk east until you reach 2nd Street. Turn right onto 2nd Street and continue walking south until you reach the waterfront. At the waterfront, you will see the Independence Seaport Museum at 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd. It should take approximately 15-20 minutes to walk from Center City.

• Bus

  If you are near a bus stop, take the SEPTA bus routes 25 or 17 that head towards the waterfront. Get off at the stop closest to Columbus Blvd. From there, walk east towards the water, and you will find the Independence Seaport Museum located at 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd. The bus ride will take around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Subway and Walking

  Take the SEPTA Market-Frankford Line subway from any station in Center City and ride towards the 69th Street Terminal. Get off at the 2nd Street station. Once you exit, walk south towards Market Street, turn left onto Market Street, and then right onto 2nd Street. Continue south until you reach the waterfront, where you will find the Independence Seaport Museum at 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd. The entire trip including walking will take approximately 25-30 minutes.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  You can also use a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply request a ride to 'Independence Seaport Museum' or enter the address '211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd' in the app. The ride will take about 10-15 minutes from most locations in Center City, depending on traffic.