Fairmount Water Works

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.

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  • Phone

    (215) 685-0723

  • Website

    fairmountwaterworks.org

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  • Type

    Event Space

Address

640 Water Works Dr Philadelphia , PA 19130 United States

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Wi-Fi Free

Comments / 20


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biking scenic views fresh air casual picnics documentaries trails quiet romantic museums river park statues waterfront movies
Can Köse

You shouldn't be in here if it's too cold. But it's a really cool place. I love the water's sound.

Joe C

Recently taken over by Cescaphe as a private wedding venue. They do fantastic work for weddings so I recommend considering them

Brooke

Romantic place for a walk near the museum and rocky statue

Lily

Great scenic views of the waterfront . Take the steps down to get right next to the river .

jenna swallow

There are great documentaries and movies shown every Sunday!

RC

Top spot for photos at any time. Perfect place to chill .

Manny Perez

Beautiful place to just chill and hang out!! Stunning views at.

jenna swallow

Head down to the Interpretive Center! Lots of interactive exhibits and a theater !

Stefan Stathopoulos

Nice place to take some pictures, run, bike or relax.Pick your choice...

Shay

Nice park . Available park . Next to beautiful Museum of Art

Paris Coffee

i love the scenery its so lovely and peaceful

jenna swallow

Outside activities on the deck! Just a quick stop on a walk/run!

Luis Enrique

lovely place for pictures

Mike A.

Very nice venue for the wedding

Barbara Slavin

Sit by the river and relax after the museum

Suzanne S.

They have a restroom open to the public.

Mike

Beautiful sightseeing

jenna swallow

Check out what's happening in the lab for Science Saturday!

Ricardo Santos

a little bit far, we can think

Luis Armando

Hermosa vista al atardecer

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