Exploring All of Philadelphia: The Ultimate Urban Hike
About this Event
The meeting point is Philadelphia City Hall
See the entire city! 🏙️ A unique urban hike through Philly's most iconic skyline viewpoints. See the entire city on this epic urban hike! Catch 360° skyline views from Cira Green and panoramic river vistas at Cherry Street Pier. Trail map included!
THE HIKE IS DOGFRIENDLY 🐕
FULL HIKE MAP YOU CAN SEE HERE BY THE LINK
🏙️ Center City & Waterfront Trek
CITY HALL WEST PHILLY DELAWARE RIVER CHINATOWN
MILES 6.5
ELEV. GAIN 115 ft
TIME 2h 15m
AVG PACE 20:45
STEPS 14,500
CALORIES 720
📍 The Route: Start at City Hall, head west to the skyline views at Cira Green, then cut across town through Rittenhouse and Washington Square. Touch the Delaware River piers before returning through Chinatown.
🌆 River-to-River Cross Link
CIRA GREEN THE SQUARES DELAWARE PIERS CHINATOWN
MILES 4.6
ELEV. GAIN 65 ft
TIME 1h 35m
AVG PACE 20:39
STEPS 10,200
CALORIES 510
📍 The Stretch: Transition from the modern heights of Cira Green through the historic elegance of Rittenhouse and Washington Squares. Explore the breeze at Cherry & Race Street Piers before cooling down at the Friendship Arch.
A. PARK & START: 1:00 PM @ City Hall Starbucks 💫 [ LOOP: 4 hours / 6.5 miles ]
City Hall → 2. Cira Green → Cherry Street Pier → City Hall
B. PARK & ALTERNATE START: 2:00 PM @ Cira Green, South 30th Street, Philadelphia, PA ✨️ [ STRAIT: 3 hours / 4,6 miles ]
Cira Green → Cherry Street Pier → City Hall → Cira Green
C. Rittenhouse Square, Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
A beautifully landscaped park in the heart of the city, perfect for people-watching and enjoying seasonal events. Its surrounding historic architecture and nearby cafés make it a vibrant cultural hub.
D. Washington Square, West Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA
Steeped in history, this park honors Revolutionary War soldiers and offers a peaceful spot to relax. Visitors enjoy its monuments, shaded benches, and central location near key historic sites.
E. Philadelphia Korean War Memorial Park, Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA
A solemn and moving tribute to Korean War veterans, featuring impressive plaques and sculptures. It’s a quiet place for reflection and learning about the city’s military history.
F. Cherry Street Pier, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
A lively waterfront destination with art installations, local vendors, and stunning river views. It’s ideal for photography, casual walks, and enjoying the seasonal events.
G. Race Street Pier, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Offers expansive views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge, perfect for a scenic stroll. The pier is popular for picnics, fishing, and outdoor relaxation.
H. Franklin Square, North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA
A family-friendly park featuring a carousel, mini-golf, and beautiful fountains. It’s a fun spot to unwind while enjoying playful activities in a historic setting.
I. Chinatown Friendship Arch, North 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA
This ornate archway celebrates Philadelphia’s vibrant Chinatown and serves as a cultural landmark. Visitors can explore nearby restaurants, markets, and traditional architecture.
J. City Hall Starbucks - FINISH
A convenient and iconic stop at the base of Philadelphia’s City Hall, perfect for coffee breaks. It offers a bustling atmosphere and easy access to nearby city attractions.
(OPTIONAL B. Cira Green, South 30th Street, Philadelphia, PA - who will park at Cira Green)
🚗 Parking $8 Info with SpotHero
For visitors coming from other regions who need parking — you can park your car for just $8! for the entire day with SpotHero @ CiaraGreen, walk if you live in Philadelphia, or come on septa to join the walk in heart of Philadelphia!
Many of our attendees, like me, enjoy walking to events—it’s a great way to get exercise while exploring the city without worrying about leaving your street parking spot, and great opportunity to unvind. You can bring water or coffee with you, or take advantage of the many opportunities to grab a drink along the way. Who knows, we might be able to stop aling the way for snacks or 🍦 😋
You’ll never get lost — we share live, real-time locations on the map in our WhatsApp community chat for every event. If you get stuck, you’ll always know where we are and can find us easily.
You’re welcome to join us anytime through the WhatsApp Live Location of the group, if the hike is near your location in West Philadelphia Center City. If you plan to join us from the East part of Philadelphia, please note there is a risk of missing the 50% of The Hike + or parts of the experience, so it’s best to plan accordingly and start from points A or B with us to make full loop.
Loop Option:
Some of us will start the walk from City Hall at 1 PM, so if you want a full 6 MILES loop experience, we can meet there 1 hour upfront and walk together. After Cherry Street Pier, you can return with us to City Hall, and then continue your way to Cira. Also there is the option to take the direct Subway line for just $2.50 anytime.
If you can start from City Hall we will make a full 6 MILES loop with ending at City Hallr!
Walking is flexible, fun, and gives you a chance to see the city from a new perspective, communicate with people, found new friends and connect with them after on https://CenterCity.Events in Dating and Friending while meeting other participants along the way.
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After that, we always come to have an after-party at some restaurant, mostly in Chinatown, like Heng Feng Hand Drawn Noodles.
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