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Traveling to Philadelphia
Philadelphia Attractions
The city is full of history and has several attractions for its visitors. A small list of attractions includes:
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Rodin Museum
- Independence Hall
- Liberty Bell
- Philadelphia's City Hall
- Franklin Institute Science Museum
The following sites contain extensive information for visitors
Weather
Weather in October is mild and pleasant with day temperatures in the upper 60's to low 70's F.
Getting to Philadelphia
The city has a major international airport 6.5 miles away from the city center. Easy access is provided through I-76 and SR-291. SEPTA (the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) has an airport rail line which runs daily on the half hour between the airport and the city. The fare is $5. Taxis are available. The fare between the airport and the Sheraton Hotel as about $20.
Attendees arriving at the New York City airports can reach Philadelphia by train. Amtrak trains stop at the 30th Street station (on 30th and Market Streets). The Sheraton Hotel is only seven blocks away from the station. Attendees arriving by car can use I-76 or I-95 to I-676. Use the 30th Street exit, follow ramp around the 30th Street Station and turn right into Market street going west.
Attendees using the Pennsylvania turnpike (I-276) may take I-476 to get to I-76. There is no direct exit from the Turnpike to I-95. Use Turnpike exit 29 to route 13 south to route 413 to I-95.
Hotel information:
Directions to the hotel: From the Pennsylvania Turnpike/I-76: Take Pennsylvania Turnpike to Valley Forge Exit (#24). Proceed on I-76 E to 30th St. Station Exit. Follow ramp around station to Market St. Turn right onto Market St. Proceed on Market Street 6 blocks to 36th St. Turn left on 36th St. Hotel is 1/2 block on the left.
From the Airport: Take I-95 N to I-76 W. Proceed on I-76 W to 30th St. Station Exit. Follow ramp around station to Market St. Turn right onto Market St. Proceed on Market Street 6 blocks to 36th St. Turn left on 36th St. Hotel is 1/2 block on the left.
City Transportation
SEPTA operates buses, streetcars and subways. Fare is $1.60 (transfer $0.40) exact change required. A SEPTA daypass for $5 allows unlimited rides within the city and a one-way ride to the airport.
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