Fairmount Water Works
Event Space, History Museum, and Outdoor Event Space
West Philadelphia, Philadelphia
"Beautiful place to just chill and hang out!! Stunning views at."(2 Tips)
"Perfect place to chill."(2 Tips)
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Can KöseApril 6, 2014You shouldn't be in here if it's too cold. But it's a really cool place. I love the water's sound.Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Joe CFebruary 17, 2016Recently taken over by Cescaphe as a private wedding venue. They do fantastic work for weddings so I recommend considering them
LilyOctober 24, 2015Great scenic views of the waterfront. Take the steps down to get right next to the river.
There are great documentaries and movies shown every Sunday!- Head down to the Interpretive Center! Lots of interactive exhibits and a theater!
Stefan StathopoulosDecember 31, 2016Nice place to take some pictures, run, bike or relax.Pick your choice...
- Outside activities on the deck! Just a quick stop on a walk/run!
- Check out what's happening in the lab for Science Saturday!
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Come downstairs to visit Fairmount Water Works, one of Philadelphia's hidden gems. Best of all, we are free and open to the public six days a week. The nation's first public water supply system and global tourist attraction, we show the public how to be better water resource stewards.
Closed until 10:00 AM Saturday (Show more)
- Mon, Sat
- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sun
- 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
(215) 685-0723
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"The 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"
Dave Lepkowski - 9.1
"Pretty in the daytime , but gorgeous at night. Philly has so much history and this area provides a wonderful lesson plus you have the row teams to watch"
Ron Ja - 9.2
"It's super crowded but you can't beat the view. Watch out for the 35 or so cars illegally parked in the bike lane right in front. It's a great representation of Philly."
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