Philadelphia Museum of Art
Art Museum
West Philadelphia, Philadelphia
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"Do your best Rocky impression when you are climbing the steps!"(30 Tips)
"many visit just for “the Rocky steps” in front"(8 Tips)
"Art after 5 on Fridays .. free and always popular."(9 Tips)
"Great exhibits and Duchamp pieces year round"(11 Tips)
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visitPANovember 22, 2013The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs, and some pretty well-known steps. Don't skip a picture.
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Youssef GawdatDecember 29, 2015I went there to see the steps from rocky the movie :D and then I saw the museum and I was amazed by what I saw so I entered and it was marvelous inside. I would definitely recommend it to anybody.Upvoted Apr 7
Beth FisherFebruary 13, 2014Sure there's the world-class art downstairs by history's best painters, but don't miss exhibits on the top floor. There's part of a monastery, temple, and a Japanese tea house all INSIDE the museum.- visitPANovember 26, 2013The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs, and some pretty well-known steps.
Dave LepkowskiNovember 28, 2017The exhibits are very good and awesome to see even though you have to pay admission in order to enter the historic building. Loved viewing the ancient armor exhibits. The management &staff are helpful
Wednesday evenings 5-8:45 are now pay what you wish. A really nice time to stroll through... and afterwards, I suggest sitting on the museum steps and enjoying the view of the skyline!
Robyn KingJuly 31, 2013Wonderful museum I was lucky enough to work here when I was in college and living downtown. Love the modern art section and if they haven't changed things they have free admission on Sundays
NikksterAugust 8, 2015One word: STELLAR. Or how about BREATHTAKING...I came during an impressionist exhibit that was well worth the extra $5. You get access to 3 locations and are allowed 2 days to enjoy every single bit!
DailyCandyFebruary 25, 2014Famous for its entry stairs (the ones Rocky sprinted up) as well as its massive collection. Work spans from medieval to modern, and its Art After 5 events bring a party feel to the hushed environs.
At Art After 5, Fridays from 5–8:45, the Great Stair Hall is transformed with performances, cocktails, apps and desserts. The restaurant is open for dinner from 5-7.- Fodor's TravelAugust 29, 2017The collection covers all major periods and styles, but it's the modern collection that is especially notable, including the world’s largest collection of works by Marcel Duchamp. Read more
Best times are Wednesday nights (pay-as-you-wish) and Friday nights ("Art After 5" dance party, with a different live music genre every week!)
Ebrahim BandookwalaSeptember 28, 2017Van Gogh sunflowers is here! Roomful of Monet's ! Largest collection I've seen in the states including the Japanese bridge with waterlilies. Plenty to explore.
After a wonderful day at the Art Museum head up to the North Star Bar for Great Food and Happy Hour with half off select draft beers and out if this world 25 cent wings ( 5 - 7 everyday )!
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 11, 2015This is one of the largest art museums in the United States, with more than 227,000 pieces but a big attraction for its annual visitors is the 25 or more special exhibitions it puts on each year.
JT TrevinoJune 23, 2019Amazing!... Art curation is great!.... Take time to see all!... Plus you can take a “Rocky Balboa” picture at the famous stairs!
One of the best museum's on the East Coast. They always have incredible special exhibitions. Worth a visit.- Not only did Rocky Balboa run the steps, Mac and Carmen from It's Always Sunny did too. Once you finish your celebratory dance at the top, step inside one of the greatest art museums in the world.
Claire CAugust 25, 2016They have... Like everything. Their impressionist art collection was pretty exhaustive. Don't use flash!
- visitPANovember 20, 2013The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs...and some pretty well-known steps. Don't skip a picture.
A massively underrated treasure of a museum. Lots of solid works herein; it's a shame how overlooked it is compared to NYC and DC museums.
Jade HenleyMarch 13, 2017Definitely a Philadelphia spot that you should visit. You must see the rocky statue and run up the steps. It is marvelous inside and has some of the most interesting art works I have ever seen.
Kustom KaneApril 27, 2016Admission is $20, not free like the DC museums. The scenery and trail behind the museum are awesome as well.- CollegeFashionistaJanuary 14, 2014I love spending an afternoon walking from City Hall to the Art Museum. Admission is discounted with a college ID, so be sure to check out their latest exhibit while you're there!
Triza B.March 28, 2014Membership for students is only $40 per year and you get free access to four museums. Parking is free for the first hour too and $8 for the following four hours!
Anthony DuranJune 16, 2016Ran the steps and enjoyed the wonderful art pieces. Recommendation... Park in the neighborhood, walk around, grab a cheesesteak and enjoy the sights.
Sofia UzMay 8, 2016Pay what you wish on Wednesdays after 5. Great 1st floor permanent collection. Don't forget to pose on Rocky steps
Amaury JApril 1, 2017Can't miss while in Philly. Beautiful pieces. Make sure you get a map so you're not overwhelmed. Lots of free activists too!
Dave RichardApril 29, 2015Fantastic museum - you could easily spend a full day or so here. The modern European collection of impressionists was breathtaking...
U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyNovember 5, 2012Photographers! Check out these vintage Documerica photos taken in Philadelphia 40 years ago. Take a photo of what the city looks like today and submit it to our State of the Environment Photo Project. Read more
Christian BAugust 22, 2016An amazing collection of art and a fantastic way to beat the heat on a hot summer's day. You can easily spend 3hrs wandering the galleries!
STARR RestaurantsApril 18, 2012After viewing the amazing art, you will certainly work up an appetite! Join us in Granite Hill for a lite bite and beverage or for a snack in The Cafeteria.
Amandeep GillDecember 14, 2014Lots of great pieces by Van Gogh, Monet, Cezanne, Picasso, Pollock and lots of different pieces from all over the world.- visitPANovember 26, 2013The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the U.S. From world-class collections, exhibitions, programs, and some pretty well-known steps. Don't skip a picture.
Emma McTagueDecember 9, 2016You could get lost exploring this place. And if you go to certain dart schools here you get a nice admissions discount!- The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 9 or 13, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums. Read more
Michael CangelosiDecember 28, 2017Iconic! Beautiful grounds and the Rocky stairs and statue to boot.
Nadiya KMarch 28, 2013Pros: Amazing works of art, definitely worth visiting, nice cafeteria with decent prices, photography is allowed but no flash. Cons: no wifi, $20 admission- KarenOctober 30, 2022From the museum's website: Enjoy Pay What You Wish admission on the first Sunday of the month and every Friday night (5:00–8:45 p.m.).
George FotopoulosOctober 27, 2017Don't just visit for the Rocky steps. The museum is of European caliber.
Vincent DiNardoJuly 15, 2016Stunning tapestries on 2nd floor and the Armour rocks, views all around museum inside and outside are selfie heaven- Robyn KingJuly 31, 2013Also if you have trouble with the steps they have another entrance around the back where you can be admitted and if you are disabled there is an elevator to get to the other floors:)
- Shay G.March 4, 2016You get to come back the next day for free! You'll need it if you you want to see everything!
Incredible collection! Perhaps the finest collection of Duchamp in the world. Absolutely worth your time.
Julia TrutenJuly 12, 2015Fantastic collection, very diverse, great modern art, and lots of galleries and special events for kids.
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Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19130
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19130
United States
At: Fairmount Park
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States. We have world-class collections, exhibitions, programs...and some pretty well-known steps.
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- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM–8:45 PM
(215) 763-8100
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