Getting Around

All About Town

The only thing easier than getting to Philadelphia is getting around once you're here. In Philadelphia, everything is just around the corner, but miles from ordinary.

SEPTA
Hop aboard SEPTA, which provides an extensive network of buses, subways, trolleys and regional rail lines allowing you to navigate not only Center City, but the surrounding region. It is easy to plan your trip from point A to B and everything in between. Click here to plan your trip on mass transit.

DEAL ALERT: Show your Amtrak ticket to SEPTA and receive a free ride to Market East Station, the epicenter of Philadelphia's attractions.

PHLASH
Phlash is a seasonal trolley route designed to be a quick and easy connection between Center City attractions and most downtown hotels. For just $2 per ride, this is arguably the best and easiest way to stop at the 20 key tourist locations in Center City. So hop-on and hop-off the purple trolley to see Philadelphia in a Phlash! More information here.

TAXI CABS
There are more than 1,600 licensed cabs serving the Philadelphia area. Taxis can be hailed curbside from any city location or reserved in advance.

BY CAR
There are more than 13,000 parking spaces in Center City that vary in price. To locate parking, visit the Philadelphia Parking Authority.

BY FOOT
Center City Philadelphia is consistently rated one of the best walking cities in the United Sates with a Walkability Rating averaging 95 out 100. Incredible parks, shops, restaurants are on the way to your destination.