Getting Around Philadelphia

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The Phlash is a quick and easy connection between Center City attractions and most downtown hotels. It is one of the best ways to get around to 18 key locations in Center City and is just $1 each time you board, or get an all-day pass for $4! So hop-on and hop-off the purple trolley and see Philadelphia in a Phlash!

Directions to the Convention Center:

From the West:
Take 76 East (the Schuykill Expressway) to 676 East, exit at Broad Street (the first exit off of 676), continue straight on Vine to 12th. Turn right on 12th Street, proceed two blocks.

From the North:
Take 95 South, follow the exit for Center City. Either follow the directions for 676 (above), or exit onto 2nd Street, then turn right on Arch St.

From the South & the Airport:
Take 95 North, take Exit 20 for the Historic District, then follow the street signs.

From the East:
All roads to the East are in New Jersey. Take any of the bridges, then follow the directions for 95 or 76. The Ben Franklin Bridge exits onto Vine Street; once on Vine, continue to 12th Street, then turn left.

 

Parking:

There is an indoor parking lot at the Convention Center, as well as many private lots within a few blocks of the Center. On-street parking in that area is at 2-hour meters, with restrictions on Arch Street during rush hours (check the signs).

Ticket for an expired parking meter: $20. Fine for parking in a handicapped blue zone: $300.

Travel & Transportation:	Philadelphia International Airport	800/PHL-GATE
	Bus Companies
	Gray Line Tours	215/568-6111
	Greyhound	800/231-2222
	Car Rentals
	Alamo	800/327-9633
	Avis	800/331-1212
	Budget	800/527-0700
	Dollar	800/756-3703
	Hertz	800/654-3131
	National	800/227-7368
	Trains and Public Transportation
	Amtrak trains arrive at 30th Street Station, at 30th and Market Sts. From there, take a SEPTA train to Market East Station, at 12th and Market. The East-West subway and all commuter trains stop at Market East, two blocks from the Convention Center. There are also several bus routes that pass by there; contact SEPTA if you'd like more information on these options.	800/872-7245
	SEPTA Buses, the subway, and the elevated line (the "El") are $1.60. For $1.15, tokens are available, as well as senior discounts and weekly or monthly passes. Get a transfer ticket from one line to another to save even more money. The commuter rail system is priced by zones. Call, or visit their web site for more information.	215/580-7800
	The New Jersey High Speed line stops at 8th and Market, 10th and Locust, and 16th and Locust. Buses run too. See their website.
	Taxis and Limousines
	Philadelphia Airport Shuttle Quaker City Cab United Cab Association Yellow Cab	215/969-1818 215/728-8000 215/238 9500 215/922-8400
VISITOR SERVICES	Chamber of Commerce	215/545-1234
	Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance	215/440-8100
	International Visitors Center	215/823-7261
	Parks and Recreation	215/686-3600
	Passport Information	215/597-7482
	Philadelphia Visitors Center	215/636-1666
	Travelers Aid Society	215/546-0571
	Also see the PA Convention Center schedule of upcoming events and conventions.