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Penn's Landing, Philadelphia
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James JacksonSeptember 18, 2021The Olympia is an historic piece of naval architecture and the crew do fantastic work keeping her in good shape. Also the site of the admiral's tavern, a summer pop-up beer garden.UpvoteDownvote
James CApril 11, 2015Was a great ship to check out from the Spanish American war. Totally worth it.Upvote2Downvote
Kathryn CzerkiesAugust 1, 2013Come after 5 and get both the USS Olympia and the USS becuna tickets for 5 dollars. Two for one and half price!UpvoteDownvote
Michael X Bell😏March 23, 2011get capt harry as your group guide, and ask about the ghosts down belowUpvote2Downvote
Admiral LopezFebruary 26, 2012They should allow you to not walk through a cramped submarine in order to visit the OlympiaUpvoteDownvote
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Cruiser USS Olympia
Penn's Landing
Philadelphia, PA 19106
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19106
United States
Closed until Noon (Show more)
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- Noon–4:00 PM
(215) 925-5439
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"I would highly recommend this for a date night. The food was delicious & plentiful. The upper deck was a great place to enjoy a warm summer night. We enjoyed the views. We later enjoyed dancing."
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"Great museum for adults and kids. Lots of interesting stuff about Philadelphia and Delaware River. Seasonal hours can vary."
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"Went on Father's day, they had a jazz band, it was very good music on the harbor and nice weather 😊"
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"Had the best waiter-William. He's very knowledgable about the brunch selections and very very friendly. Ask for him when you go!"
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