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Independence Seaport Museum
211 S Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 290 attractions in Philadelphia
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A state of the art, multi-million dollar learning facility featuring more than 20 permanent interactive exhibits, historic ships and ever-changing... more » A state of the art, multi-million dollar learning facility featuring more than 20 permanent interactive exhibits, historic ships and ever-changing exhibition galleries. « less
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Attraction type: Maritime museum, Transportation museum, History museum, Other
Address: 211 S Columbus Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19106
Tel: 215-925-5439

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“a very interesting museum”
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5 of 5 stars
waterside2 4 contributions
newyork
Feb 2, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We really liked this museum. We went there to see an excellent traveling photography exhibit, but enjoyed almost all the exhibits, many of them interactive, which range from the history of the shipbuilding industry on the Delaware River, to immigration to boat building. We also got to tour an actual submarine and an old battleship. With all the museums and... more

“Great Maritime Museum!”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
May 22, 2002
9/9 found this review helpful

Located on the waterfront at Penn’s Landing, the Independence Seaport Museum provides a window into Philadelphia’s history as a port city and ship-building center. Museum exhibits include information about the types of vessels, both commercial and recreational, that have been used on the Delaware River since colonial times, as well as highlighting the city’s role in immigration and international trade.... more

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Independence Seaport Museum Address

211 S Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Tel: 215-925-5439