University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
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This Ivy League institution counts, among its founders, Ben Franklin.
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Neighbourhood: University City
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- 30th St • 5 min walk
- 30th St • 5 min walk
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Earth176 contributions
Feb 2023
I walked this area when I went to a Penn sporting event. The campus architecture and landscaping is nice. The area is safe during the day, and there is a lot of history from archaeology (Penn Museum) to sports (Palestra, Franklin Field). The area is an easy SEPTA train stop from the airport.
Written 26 February 2023
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Herstory_62
Philadelphia, PA487 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
In my next life I plan to go to the University of Pennsylvania, a beautiful campus at the western edge of a sophisticated historic city, overflowing with world-class art & music. The campus, which artfully blends 19th century architecture, such as the magnificent Furness Library, with striking modern buildings, is dotted with provocative sculpture & throbs with the energy of attractive students. Serious bookstores, museums (Don't miss the edgy Institute of Contemporary Art.) & quality restaurants nearby on Sansom Street enhance the vibrant ambience.
Written 19 December 2014
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RingoGilkey
Oakland, CA230 contributions
July 2022
I graduated Penn in 1966 and only returned once, for a very short visit, in 1991. This time I spent a few days on campus. The grounds are beautiful and I wondered at the garden like atmosphere of the campus and the quality of the architecture of the buildings built in the last half century. The students came from all walks of life and seemed open to take advantage of the opportunities made available by this great University. It was an uplifiting experience.
Written 7 July 2022
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Robert O
Brick34 contributions
Mar 2019
Upenn has a wonderful campus with great buildings and wonderful restaurants. The Palestra is a wonderful building to watch a basketball game.
Written 21 March 2019
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Zermatt, Switzerland78 contributions
Nov 2019 • Family
For a major institution, there is an amazing lack of visual arts. The head of the Art program is very poor in her knowledge of Art History. I was totally amazed by her tour with lack of insight and knowledge. A change in leadership is deemed necessary for the entire program.
Written 10 November 2019
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Jorge G
87 contributions
Oct 2019
In spite of being in the middle of a city the campus of the University of Pennsylvania is distinctive, elegant and welcoming. Walking through it you could imagine seeing its founder, Benjamin Franklin, welcoming you to this great educational institution. We recently attended a reception at Houston Hall and got very impressed by the warm reception by the attentive staff that managed the event. The campus feels and looks great so much so that we wish we were there to register as students rather than being just visitors walking through memory lane.
Written 12 October 2019
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alexipuppy
Omaha, NE108 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
Walking the campus of U Penn is another feast for the eyes. The architecture is in keeping with one of the oldest schools of higher learning in the country. Of course there are new buildings as well but the overall feel of the campus is nostalgic. Also visit the U Penn bookstore to get a huge assortment of U Penn souvenirs. Worth the walk from where you are staying.
Written 24 August 2018
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Brad B
Sylvania, Ohio, USA45 contributions
July 2016 • Family
I feel smarter just stepping foot on this Ivy league school. Ben Franklin quotes on large stones to inspire me and my teens. Gorgeous buildings with tree-lined streets. Spend a couple of hours visiting and you wont be disappointed and get your picture with Ben!
Written 10 August 2016
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PHIL5E
Santa Clarita, CA27 contributions
Mar 2015 • Business
Luckily I found a parking space right in fromt of the physician's office at Penn on Market Street. Despite a poorly functioning ticket machine in which I purchased the same ticket twice, I finally achieved my parking permit. On returning to my car I found that I was 2 minutes late (no hurry for the appointment scheduling at Penn's Franklin Field operation).
I watched as the cycling cop smiled as he peddled away from the car. $76.00 plus processing fee is my reward for taking my Penn Undergraduate daughter there. I knew she should have gone to Princeton!
I watched as the cycling cop smiled as he peddled away from the car. $76.00 plus processing fee is my reward for taking my Penn Undergraduate daughter there. I knew she should have gone to Princeton!
Written 26 March 2015
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Msintrigue
Gaithersburg, MD21 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Dr. Doty and 99% of his staff were wonderful! I couldn't fault 99% of them for their attention and professionalism. Thank you.
Written 8 January 2015
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Taking a self-guided tour of Penn's campus at the end of February and needing advice for a good place to stay that is close to the University. Thanks in advance!
Written 11 January 2021
Tem q marcar a visita para Upenn?
Written 18 March 2019
What notable people were educated there.
Written 6 January 2018
I want to have a look at ENIAC, the first computer in the world. It display at Moore School Building of the school of engineering and applied science. But what is the opening hours? Do I need an admission, or it open to public?
Written 8 May 2017
Place to park? We are coming from Independence Hall. Also, map of the campus on-line? Specifically interested in the LOVE sculpture, Benjamin Franklin sitting on the bench and location of The White Dog Cafe. Thank you!
Written 7 August 2016
Many parking lots in the area. Some spots on the street. You pay for parking at a kiosk if you park on the street. Personally, I do a parking lot as fines in Philly are expensive and street parking is not free well into the night.
Written 8 August 2016
Nice upscale restaurant near university. Arriving on Amtrak.
Written 25 July 2015
Went to Davios restaurant and had both exceptional food, but also terrific service.
Written 26 July 2015
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