Philadelphia Historical Jogging Tour Experience
Improve Your Fitness With A Scenic Jogging Tour Across The Benjamin Franklin Bridge In Philadelphia
PA
people
1 participant
hours
- • Jogging Tour Across Philadelphia's Iconic Benjamin Franklin Bridge
- • Embark on a 2-Hour Adventure While Boosting Your Fitness
- • Experience Philadelphia's Most Scenic Historical Fitness Tour
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the thrill of jogging across the iconic Benjamin Franklin Bridge while soaking in breathtaking views of Philadelphia and its rich history. This remarkable jogging tour combines fitness and sightseeing, presenting a unique opportunity for individuals of all fitness levels—whether a beginner, intermediate, or advanced runner—to engage in a fun and healthy activity while exploring the cultural and historical landmarks that surround the bridge.
This invigorating experience begins at the beautiful fountain in Franklin Square Park, where participants warm up and participate in icebreakers. A leisurely jog across the bridge awaits, with 6-9 designated rest stops along the way. At each of these stops, enjoy engaging stories and fascinating insights about significant landmarks, allowing time for refreshing photo opportunities while performing light exercises. Whether jogging or power walking, every participant is welcomed to savor this blend of fitness and fun while exploring the connection between Philadelphia and Camden.
Not only does this experience offer a wonderful way to boost health and fitness, but it also serves as an incredible gift for friends and family. Give the gift of adventure, fitness, and history, and create lasting memories on this exceptional jogging tour across the celebrated Benjamin Franklin Bridge.
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Experience Overview:
Jog The Benjamin Franklin Bridge And Enjoy Historic SightseeingCatch amazing views of Philly while improving your fitness in a light jogging tour across the historical Benjamin Franklin Bridge! Explore the history of the bridge involving the neighboring cities of Philadelphia and Camden. This tour welcomes all levels of fitness (beginner/intermediate/advanced). This is a great opportunity to boost your health journey while on vacation.
Jogging is encouraged; power walking is also an option. Because all fitness levels are welcome, 6-9 rest stops have been designated each way. At each stop, we'll learn about historical landmarks while performing a light exercise. The stops provide a great opportunity to take photos.
The tour meets by the fountain in Franklin Square Park. We begin with a brief ice breaker, followed by a warm up. Next, we power walk to the Ben Franklin Bridge walkway (2 blocks) where the jog begins. The tour concludes where it began at the fountain in Franklin Square Park. We'll finish with cooldown stretches and a farewell.
Meeting Point
Franklin Square
200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Meet in front of the cafe by the fountain, in the middle of Franklin Square Park.
What's included:
- First Aid
- Electrolyte Packs
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours
This is where the tour begins. We'll do a brief ice breaker and warm up. We'll learn about the history of Franklin Square Park and its contribution to the city of Philadelphia.
15 minutes
St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church
243 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Our first rest stop. We will enjoy the view of the large, beautiful clock tower atop St. Augustine's. We'll learn a brief history of both St. Augustine's as well as St. George's and their roles in the development of the Ben Franklin Bridge.
2 minutes
City Hall Visitor Center
1 S Penn Square, Room 121, Philadelphia, 19107, Pennsylvania
Another attraction that we'll view from atop the Ben Franklin Bridge. During this rest stop, we'll learn a brief history of Philadelphia's City Hall.
2 minutes
Tacony-Palmyra Bridge
1300 NJ-73, Palmyra, NJ 08065, USA
During this rest stop, we'll learn about the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge (which connects Northeast Philadelphia to Palmyra, NJ) and its relation to the Ben Franklin Bridge.
2 minutes
PSFS Building Historical Marker
1200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
As one of the most noticeable buildings when travelling across the Ben Franklin Bridge into Philadelphia, we'll learn about how this building impacted the United States from the time it was a newly founded nation.
2 minutes
Rutgers University–Camden
303 Cooper St, Camden, NJ 08102, USA
During this rest stop, we'll learn about one of the nation's oldest universities and how it first became established.
2 minutes
Battleship New Jersey
62 Battleship Pl, Camden, 08103-3302, New Jersey
We'll discuss the importance of this ship and how it played a major role during WW2.
2 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Philadelphia Benjamin Franklin Bridge Jogging Tour
PA
people
1 participant
hours
- • Jogging Tour Across Philadelphia's Iconic Benjamin Franklin Bridge
- • Embark on a 2-Hour Adventure While Boosting Your Fitness
- • Experience Philadelphia's Most Scenic Historical Fitness Tour
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