Penn’s Landing

Penn’s Landing is a 60 acre waterfront district operated by the Penn’s Landing Corporation. The district is approximately 2 miles or 20 blocks long running along Columbus Blvd. from Spring Garden Street to Washington Avenue. Encompassing the site where William Penn first landed in 1682, it consists of a multi stage Great Plaza (Amphitheater) with a seating capacity of 15,000, the International Sculpture Garden, the Venturi designed monument (obelisk) dedicated to Christopher Columbus, an assemblage of historic ships, and an 11 acre marina.

The collection of historic ships includes Philadelphia’s own tall ship Gazela, a 1778 masted barkentine dating from 1883; the 1892 USS Olympia, sole survivor of the Spanish American War fleet; USS Becuna, a World War II submarine and the tugboat Jupiter. All vessels except Gazela and Jupiter are permanently docked.

During the winter season, November through February, the Blue Cross RiverRink is in session at Penn’s Landing. A Rockefeller Center style outdoor public ice rink, the Blue Cross RiverRink is set majestically on the Delaware River. The large warming Pavilion, next to the rink, offers food concessions, private parties and a video wall for rink side viewing. Facilities are available for use by production companies provided the use does not interfere with any Penn’s Landing activity. The summer season encompasses May through September. A modest fee may be charged for the use of the property and any other services (security, maintenance, electricians, parking) will be charged accordingly. A standard hold harmless agreement and Insurance Certificate of Liability are required one week prior to filming. Arrangements for a tour of the site may be made through the program office at (215) 629 3200.