Visiting Penn & Philadelphia
Visiting Penn
Visiting Philadelphia
DIRECTIONS ON CAMPUS
Alumni Council on Admissions // Sweeten Alumni House // see
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- The ACA is located in the Sweeten Alumni House at 3533 Locust Walk.
- From the Office of Undergraduate Admissions (see below), head north towards "The Button" and the "Love" statues
- We are located halfway in between the statues on the north side of Locust Walk before 36th Street. (It is the old Delta Tau Delta Fraternity house.)
Office of Undergraduate Admissions // College Hall
// see
map
CAMPUS MAP |
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS |
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From the north via NJ Turnpike
Take the New Jersey Turnpike South. Use Exit 4. Bear right out of the toll and follow signs to Philadelphia and the Ben Franklin Bridge. After crossing the bridge, take I-676 West to I-76 East. Follow I-76 East to Exit 346A, a left lane exit marked South Street. Turn right onto South Street to enter campus. To find parking, turn right at the 2nd light onto 33rd Street. Take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot on the right at 38th and Walnut.
From the west via PA Turnpike
On the PA turnpike, use Exit 326, the Valley Forge Interchange. Take I-76 East for approximately 17 miles until Exit 346A, a left lane exit marked South Street. Turn right onto South Street to enter campus. To find parking, turn right at the 2nd light onto 33rd Street. Take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot on the right at 38th and Walnut.
From the north via PA Turnpike
Follow signs for I-476. Follow I-476 South to the I-76/Philadelphia exit. Take I-76 East for approximately 12 miles to Exit 346A, a left lane exit marked South Street. Turn right onto South Street to enter campus. To find parking, turn right at the 2nd light onto 33rd Street. Take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot on the right at 38 th and Walnut.
From the north via 95 South
Taking I-95 South, use the 676/Central Philadelphia Exit. Follow signs to I-676 West, and follow 676 West until 76 East. Follow I-76 East until Exit 346A, a left lane exit marked South Street. Turn right onto South Street to enter campus. To find parking, turn right at the 2nd light onto 33rd Street. Take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot on the right at 38th and Walnut.
From the south via 95 North
Taking I-95 North, use the I-676/Central Philadelphia Exit which is approximately 7 miles north of the airport. Follow 676 West until I-76 East. Follow I-76 East until Exit 346B, for University Avenue. Turn right at Civic Center Boulevard. Turn left at South St, which becomes Spruce Street. Turn right on 33rd Street and take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot on the right at 38th and Walnut.
From Philadelphia Airport
Take I-95 North to the I-676/Central Philadelphia exit, which is approximately 7 miles north of the airport. Follow I-676 West until I-76 East. Follow 76 East until exit 346A, a left lane exit marked South Street. Turn right onto South Street to enter campus. To find parking, turn right at the 2nd light onto 33rd Street. Take the first left onto Walnut Street and there will be a parking lot at 38th Street.
PARKING |
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There are several parking facilities located on or near campus, as well as metered
street parking — view the
parking
map. Recommended garages and lots include:
- 38th and Walnut Street (please use 38th Street entrance)
- 34th and Chestnut Street
- Penn Tower Hotel (34th and Civic Center Boulevard)
- Sheraton Hotel (36th and Chestnut Streets)
- South Street and Convention Avenue
- 32nd and Walnut Street
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Philadelphia's mass transit system is SEPTA, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. SEPTA operates a coordinated system of bus, subway, elevated train, and trolley lines that covers all of Philadelphia and parts of the surrounding counties. Exact change ($2.00) or a token is required to ride a subway, trolley or bus. Weekly and monthly SEPTA TransPasses are also available. Tokens are available at all subway stations, and both TransPasses and tokens can be purchased on campus at the Penn Book Store. Fares are subject to change. See
www.septa.com for fares, maps, and schedules.
Subway
To get to Penn's campus via the subway, take the Market-Frankford (Blue) Line to the 34th street stop. Walk south on 34th Street to Walnut Street. College Hall and Sweeten are located between 34th and 36th Streets and between Walnut and Spruce Streets.
Subway-Surface Lines (Trolley Cars)
The 10, 11, 13, 34 and 36 (Green) lines all makes stops at 36th and Sansom Streets. College Hall and Sweeten are located between 34th and 36th Streets, between Walnut and Spruce Streets.
SEPTA Regional Rail - All SEPTA Regional Rail lines stop at 30th Street Station. See below for walking directions from 30th Street Station.
Train and Bus Services
Intercity rail service to Philadelphia's 30th Street Station is provided by Amtrak. Frequent service is offered to Northeastern cities including Boston, New York, Baltimore, and Washington. Visit Amtrak for more information. See below for walking directions from 30th Street Station.
Intercity bus service is provided by Greyhound and Trailway bus lines from the terminal at 1001 Filbert Street, behind The Gallery shopping center. The Penn campus can be reached from the bus station on SEPTA's Green Trolley Line (to either 36th and Sansom Streets or 37th and Spruce Streets) or the subway Market-Frankford Line (to 34th and Market Streets).
Walking from 30th Street Station
Take a right (head west) onto Market Street. At 34th Street, turn left. Proceed down 34th Street to the intersection of 34th and Walnut Streets. Follow directions
listed above to reach Undergraduate Admissions. Estimated walking time: 15 minutes.
ACCOMMODATIONS | top
The following hotels may offer special "University of Pennsylvania" rates and/or discount packages. When calling to make reservations, visitors are encouraged to state that the reason for their hotel stay is a visit to Penn, and to inquire about applicable rates and discount packages.
Also, visit www.gophila.com to find a list of available hotels and to book reservations.
University City Hotels
These are located on or walking distance from campus.
Sheraton-University City Hotel
36th and Chestnut Streets
215-387-8000, 800-325-3535
www.philadelphiasheraton.com
The Hilton Inn at Penn
3600 Sansom Street
215-222-0200, 800-HILTONS
www.theinnatpenn.com
Center City Philadelphia Hotels
These are located just across the Schuylkill River in Center City.
Club Quarters
17th and Chestnut Streets
Philadelphia, PA
212-575-0006
www.clubquarters.com (password PENN)
Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown
21 North Juniper Street (at Filbert)
Philadelphia, PA
215-496-3200
marriott.com...
Hyatt Regency
201 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA
215-928-1234, 800-233-1234
www.pennslanding.hyatt.com
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA
215-627-1200
www.loewshotels.com...
Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
1201 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA
215-625-2900
marriott.com...
Radisson Plaza Warwick Hotel
1701 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA
215-735-6000, 800-333-3333
www.radisson.com...
The Rittenhouse
210 West Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA
215-546-9000, 800-635-1042
www.rittenhousehotel.com
The Ritz-Carlton
Ten Avenue of the Arts
South Penn Square and Chestnut
Philadelphia, PA
215-735-7700, 800-241-3333
www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/philadelphia
Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel
17th & Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA
215-448-2000, 800-325-3535
www.starwood.com...
Windsor Suites Philadelphia
1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA
215-981-5678, 877-784-8379
www.windsorhotel.com
DINING | top
Popular places on campus to eat...
Houston Hall
- Einstein Bagels
Located at 3417 Spruce Street in the basement of Houston Hall
Pick up a hot cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast sandwich to start your day off right! Einstein Bros. Bagels will also offer delectable salads, sandwiches, and soups throughout the day.
- Houston Market
Located at 3417 Spruce Street in the basement of Houston Hall
Soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, cheese steaks, Mexican, Indian, global fusion food, and sushi.
- La Creperie
Located at 3417 Spruce Street on the first floor of Houston Hall
Traditional crepes made with fresh batter and your choice of fresh fruits, vegetables, and/or meats.
1920 Commons Retail Area
3800 Locust Walk
Food court featuring national brands such as Chic-Fil-A, Subway, and Jamba Juice.
Abner's
3813 Chestnut Street
215-662-0100
Famous for their Philadelphia cheese steaks.
Au Bon Pain
Located at 3730 Locust Walk in Jon M. Huntsman Hall
Sandwiches, soups, pastries and coffee.
Beijing
3714 Spruce Street
215 222 5242
Chinese cuisine. Great choice when you are on the go!
Bubble House
3403 Sansom Street
215-243-0804
A teahouse-restaurant started by Penn undergraduates serves Asian Fusion Cuisine. Bubble Tea is made from a base of tea and tapioca pearl balls. Served hot or cold, it comes in over 30 flavors.
Chili's
3801 Chestnut Street
215-222-7322
Casual, southwestern style bar and grill serving burgers, fajitas, sandwiches and appetizers.
Cosi
3601 Walnut Street
215-222-4545
Delectable sandwiches, pastries and coffee with indoor and outdoor seating available.
Falk Dining Commons
Located at 215 S. 39th Street in Steinhardt Hall
All-you-care-to-eat Glatt kosher cuisine under the supervision of the Orthodox Vaad of Philadelphia. Walnut Street between 34th and 36th Streets
Gia Pronto
3736 Spruce Street
215-222-7713
Retro-modern deli serving hot sandwiches, made to order salads, and coffee. Chestnut Street between 38th and 39th Streets
La Terrasse
3432 Sansom Street
215-386-5000
Upscale French cuisine. Reservations are suggested for dinner. The separate bar menu is extensive and reasonably priced.
Mad4Mex
3426 Walnut Street (between Walnut Street and Sansom Street)
215-382-2221
Casual, offering a variety of Mexican cuisine.
Mark's Café
Located at 3420 Walnut Street in the lower level of Van Pelt Library
Grilled panini, grab n' go sandwiches, smoothies, specialty coffee drink, outdoor seating and more.
The New Deck Tavern
3408 Sansom Street
215-386-4600
Sandwiches, salads, burgers and soup. Large selection of menu items.
Penne
3611 Walnut Street
215-823-6222
Regional Italian specialties made with fresh seasonal ingredients. Reservations suggested for dinner.
Pod
3636 Sansom Street
215-387-1803
One of the renowned Stephen Starr Restaurants. Pan Asian with sushi bar. Reservations are suggested. Spruce Street between 37th and 38th Streets.
Salad Works
3728 Spruce Street
215-222-4500
Variety of salads, deli items and pastas.
Savory
Located at 3716 Spruce Street in Stouffer Commons
Serving up made-to-order pasta, tasty pita sandwiches, gourmet hot dogs, chicken tenders, and Hershey's ice cream. Its also the home of the famous Insomnia Cookies!
Towne Café
Located at 220 S. 33rd Street in Towne Engineering Building
Wireless café that offers hot coffee, sandwiches, sushi and snacks.
The White Dog Café
3420 Sansom Street
215 386 9224
Flavorful, eclectic menu using local, organic food products. Reservations are suggested for dinner.
Also available on the streets adjacent to campus are a variety of food trucks. Ask any student on Penn's campus and they will tell you that meals at the trucks are a part of the "Penn experience" (and reasonably priced, too). For recommendations on a particular one, please ask a Penn student or see www.upenn.edu/foodplaza for additional information.
SIGHTSEEING | top
Check out the Region's homepage — philly.com — to learn about the city of Philadelphia! Take advantage of the resources available through the Philly.com visitor's guide when planning your stay. Also, visit gophila.com.
