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Independence Seaport Museum

Museum

4.5(1581 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM
Independence Seaport Museum

About

Maritime exhibits & warship tours. Exhibits of artifacts & documents detailing the region's maritime history, plus tours of 2 vessels.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • A camera and notebook
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Independence Seaport Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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    Phone
    (215) 413-8655
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–5 PM
    Friday:10 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage

Nearby

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