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Summer at Penn

Everything you need to know to enjoy your summer in Philly

Calling all Movers Shakers + Quakers

Offering more than 60 eateries, stores, and entertainment venues in the district, we’re giving you plenty of reasons to stay and play around campus. Let Shop Penn help you make the most of your summer experience.

Offering more than 60 eateries, stores, and entertainment venues in the district, we’re giving you plenty of reasons to stay and play around campus.

Let Shop Penn help you make the most of your summer experience.

Shop Local. Shop Penn.

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Wants Needs + Must-Haves

About Summer at Penn:

Welcome to Penn! We hope this guide will help you navigate University City and its surrounding neighborhoods. There is much to explore here in Philadelphia, and this comprehensive guide will help you experience everything from music festivals to pop-up shops, happy hours to workout classes, and everything in between. We have included maps of both Penn’s campus and Center City Philadelphia to help orient yourself. There is also a section dedicated to getting around Philly, from biking to SEPTA.

We hope this guide will help you have a fun and memorable summer at Penn!

CaMpus Map

Luna on Pine

Tangen Hall

Acme

Delancey Street

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sweeT TreaTs

On campus

Insomnia Cookies

This bakery, founded by Penn graduates, focuses on making fresh cookies. It is open until 3 a.m. to get a delicious late-night snack — either picked up in store or delivered to you.

Address: 3417 Spruce St.

Website: insomniacookies.com

Surreal Creamery

Known for its Flotea and ice cream served in a mason jar, the creamery has a bunch of unique and customizable treats.

Address: 3818 Chestnut St.

Website: www.surrealcreamery.com

Kiwi Frozen Yogurt

Kiwi has a variety of toppings and frozen yogurt flavors, including nondairy options.

Address: 3606 Chestnut St.

Website: kiwifrozenyogurt.com

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

This shop has many unique traditional and vegan ice cream flavors and toppings, as well as a variety of other desserts.

Address: 3631 Walnut St.

Website: vanleeuwenicecream.com

Off campus

Coco’s Cookies & Creamery

This dessert place has a variety of different options, ranging from different types of cookies, ice cream, and gelato.

Address: 3632 Powelton Ave.

Website: cocoscookiesandcreamery.com

Scoop Deville

This Philadelphia ice cream parlor lets customers create their own flavors using its wide variety of mix-ins and flavor combinations.

Address: 1109 Walnut St.

Website: www.scoopdevilleicecream.com

The Franklin Fountain

It has various cold dessert options — perfect for a hot day in the city — as well as different types of baked goods.

Address: 116 Market St.

Website: franklinfountain.com

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni’s offers many different ice cream flavors, all made from scratch using its own special recipe. It also has freshly toasted waffle cones that pair perfectly with whatever flavor you decide to go with.

Address: 1901 Chestnut St.

Website: jenis.com

food and drink

Address: 3401 Walnut St. Website: www.shopsatpenn.com/franklinstable

Chipotle Mexican Grill ($)

Chipotle has several different Mexicaninspired food items such as burritos, bowls, and tacos that can be customized with a variety of different ingredients.

Address: 3925 Walnut St.

Website: www.chipotle.com

Franklin’s Table Food Hall ($)

This food court has many different types of cuisine for everyone to enjoy. It is the perfect place to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner — or even a quick snack.

Metropolitan Bakery and Cafe ($)

This bakery has been open since 2005 and uses locally sourced ingredients to make its freshly baked breads, pastries, snacks, and famous granola.

Address: 4013 Walnut St. Website: metropolitanbakery.com

Starbucks ($)

Located inside 1920 Commons, this Starbucks has spacious indoor and outdoor seating and is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or snack

while doing work or hanging out.

Address: 3800 Locust Walk Website: www.starbucks.com

Irie Entree Restaurant and Bar ($)

This authentic Jamaican restaurant has a friendly environment and many delicious food options to enjoy.

Address: 4001 Chestnut St. Website: irieentree.com/default.dmx

Dunkin’ ($)

Dunkin’ offers a variety of baked goods, snacks, and a multitude of drink options.

Address: 3437 Walnut St. Website: www.dunkindonuts.com/en

The Board and Brew ($)

This is the best place to go to drink coffee, eat, or play games. It has over 600 different games to play and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Address: 3200 Chestnut St. Website: www.theboardandbrew.com

Greek Lady ($)

This restaurant offers Greek food with a blend of Philly favorites. Open until 11 p.m. it’s a great place to go for a quick meal.

Address: 222 S. 40th St. Website: www.greeklady.com

Tea-Do ($)

This bubble tea place blends classic tea traditions with modern and inventive flavors. It has an energetic yet relaxed atmosphere, which is a great place to do work or enjoy your day.

Address: 3816-36 Chestnut St. Website: www.teadocafe.com

Paris Baguette ($)

This cafe offers a variety of freshly baked goods and drinks, and a calm, spacious area to sit and chill or do work.

Address: 3816 Chestnut St. Website: parisbaguette.com

Hummus Grill ($)

This restaurant serves Mediterranean food made daily with fresh ingredients.

Address: 3931 Walnut St.

Website: www.hummusrestaurant.com

Boba King ($)

This bubble tea and coffee shop is known for its fresh drinks made with premium ingredients. Enjoy tasty boba teas and specialty beverages in a cozy, vibrant, and welcoming space.

Address: 3200 Chestnut St.

Website: bobakingusa.com

Gong Cha ($)

This boba chain is known for its premium, hand-crafted teas and innovative flavors. It has a diverse menu with classic milk teas, fruit-infused blends, and customizable specialty drinks.

Address: 3925 Walnut St.

Website: gongchausa.com

Sabrina’s Cafe ($$)

This New American-style cafe specializes in breakfast and brunch. It also offers a range of different bowls, sandwiches, soups, and burgers.

Address: 227 N. 34th St.

Website: www.sabrinascafe.com

Dim Sum House by Jane G’s ($$)

This restaurant has many different types of Cantonese and Shanghai dim sum and other dishes from China. They have a great bar, lounge, and pool table available for customers during their visits.

Address: 3939 Chestnut St.

Website: www.dimsum.house

Renata’s Kitchen ($$)

This restaurant offers Mediterranean foods, as well as a menu full of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.

Address: 3940 Baltimore Ave.

Website: renatas-kitchen.com

New Deck Tavern ($$)

This restaurant and tavern has a broad menu with delicious food and drinks. It is known for having weekly Quizo and trivia games, as well as karaoke and live music.

Address: 3408 Sansom St.

Website: www.newdecktavern.com

&pizza ($$)

This pizza place is unique and lets you pick your dough, sauce, and toppings, while also offering its own custom pizzas.

Address: 3925 Walnut St.

Website: andpizza.com/locations/28/

Honeygrow ($$)

This nourishing restaurant has a mix of customizable salads, stir-fries, and honey bars.

Address: 3731 Walnut St.

Website: order.honeygrow.com/menu/upenn

Panera Bread ($$)

Known for its soups, salads, and sandwiches all made from quality ingredients, Panera offers a friendly environment to enjoy your food while having access to free Wi-Fi.

Address: 200 S. 40th St.

Website: www.shopsatpenn.com/panerabread

Bonchon ($$)

Bonchon serves delicious, crispy, and flavorful Korean fried chicken. It has many other Korean-inspired dishes and unique sauces.

Address: 3836 Chestnut St.

Website: bonchon.com

New Delhi Indian Restaurant ($$)

New Delhi is the oldest-running Indian restaurant in Philadelphia. It has an allday buffet option, as well as a menu full of delicious food made by very talented chefs.

Address: 4004 Chestnut St.

Website: www.newdelhiweb.com

Pattaya Thai Cuisine ($$)

This restaurant serves Thai food with a French influence. Each dish and drink is made with fresh ingredients.

Address: 4040 Locust St.

Website: www.pattayarestaurant.com

Copabanana ($$)

This restaurant has a wide variety of food, much of which is inspired by Latin American cuisine. This place is always very lively and is perfect for a variety of occasions.

Address: 4000 Spruce St.

Website: copabanana.com

White Dog Cafe ($$$)

This American-style restaurant serves organic and local food from farms in the Pennsylvania area. It is located in a charming building, known for its dog decor, and is a great place for photos.

Address: 3420 Sansom St.

Website: www.whitedog.com/universitycity/

food TruCks

Other Types of Food

George’s food truck: 3701 Walnut St.

Kim’s Oriental Food: 3701 Walnut St.

Juice cart: 34th & Walnut Sts.

Food cart: 33rd & Walnut Sts.

Lyn’s Food cart: 36th & Spruce Sts.

Can Tho City: 36/37th & Spruce Sts.

Jamaican Food: 38th & Spruce Sts.

Bui’s lunch truck: 38th & Spruce Sts.

Korean Food: 38th & Spruce Sts.

Tacos Don Memos: 38th & Locust Sts.

Liam’s Kitchen: 38th & Locust Sts.

Cristy’s Mexican: 38th & Walnut Sts.

MexiCali: 38th & Walnut Sts.

Halal Carts

41st & Walnut Sts.

34th & Walnut Sts.

33rd & Walnut Sts.

36th & Spruce Sts.

Two on 36/37th & Spruce Sts.

37th & Spruce Sts.

Three on 38th & Spruce Sts.

38th & Locust Sts.

40th & Locust Sts.

fun aCTiviTies

Movie Theaters

Cinemark University City

This theater is conveniently right next to Penn and is near many delicious food places. It shows popular new movies and offers discounted movie tickets every Tuesday for as low as $5.50.

Address: 4012 Walnut St.

Website: www.cinemark.com/theatre-search

Philadelphia Film Society Center

Located in Center City, the Philadelphia Film Society Center has one of the largest screens in Philadelphia. This theater hosts a range of

different shows, such as live performances, movies, musical theater, and more.

Address: 1412 Chestnut St.

Website: filmadelphia.org

AMC DINE-IN Fashion District

This spacious theater not only offers various viewing options, but also heated reclining seats and the option of food being delivered to your seat.

Address: 1001 Market St., Suite 3050

Website: www.amctheatres.com

Brooklyn Bowl

This bowling alley is the perfect place to practice your skills on the lanes and enjoy food and drinks. You can find its entertainment schedule on its website to see what events it has coming up.

Address: 1009 Canal St. Website: www.brooklynbowl.com/ philadelphia

Lucky Strike

This modern bowling alley is a great place to have fun by yourself or with friends! It offers a variety of attractions such as bowling, a sports bar, and table shuffleboard.

Address: 1336 Chestnut St. Website: www.luckystrikeent.com

North Bowl

This retro bowling alley has many lanes, a cafe, two bars, pool tables, arcade games, and a comfortable lounge.

Address: 909 N. 2nd St. Website: www.northbowlphilly.com

South Bowl

This unique bowling alley is two stories and has two private bowling areas, two full-size bars, and a full menu. It also has a variety of other activities such as billiards, darts, and retro arcade games.

Address: 19 E. Oregon Ave. Website: www.southbowlphilly.com

Bowling Waterfront

Penn’s Landing

Located along the Delaware River waterfront, Penn’s Landing is the place to visit in Philadelphia. It always has something fun going on such as festivals, concerts, ice skating, and have many other types of attractions.

Website: www.delawareriverwaterfront.com

Spruce Street Harbor Park

This park has beautiful hammocks to lie on, floating gardens, amazing food, and other activities to enjoy on a hot summer day.

Address: 301 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/ places/spruce-street-harbor-park

Cherry Street Pier

Located on the Delaware River waterfront, this public space always has new events and exhibitions. Head to its website to see the upcoming events.

Address: 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.cherrystreetpier.com

Dave and Buster’s

This arcade offers a wide variety of fun games, a full-service restaurant, and a bar.

Address: 325 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.daveandbusters.com

Morgan’s Pier

This restaurant is located on the riverfront and has a great view of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge.

Address: 221 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.morganspier.com

Moshulu

This restaurant not only has amazing food, but it is also located on a ship. It offers a great view of the Philadelphia skyline and is a place everyone should visit at least once.

Address: 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.moshulu.com

Liberty Point

Known as Philadelphia’s largest restaurant and has great views of the river. It has three levels, five bars, seven event spaces, and a delicious menu.

Address: 211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Website: www.libertypointphilly.com

suMMer fesTivals

Otherworld Philadelphia

Otherworld has over 50 rooms filled with different types of interactive experiences. Some of the room themes are scary, science fiction, and fantasy. Check out its website to get tickets and see what other rooms await.

Address: 2500 Grant Ave. Website: otherworldphila.com

4109 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 382-1111

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The Franklin Institute exhibit, BODY WORLDS: Vital

This exhibit at The Franklin Institute shows a fascinating journey inside the human body. You get to see over 150 real specimens, which are brought to life with engaging multimedia displays that reveal the secrets of our anatomy, disease impact, and the innovative plastination process.

Address: 271 N. 21st St.

Website: fi.edu/en/exhibits-and-experiences/ body-worlds-vital

Roots Picnic

Roots Picnic is an annual music event that happens at the Mann Center with popular hip-hop and R&B artists. This year, from May 31 to June 1, there will be performers such as Meek Mill, Glorilla, Miguel, Tems, and Latto.

Address: 5201 Parkside Ave. Website: therootspicnic.com

Wawa Welcome America

On the Fourth of July, Jazmine Sullivan and LL Cool J will be performing at Philadelphia’s annual Wawa Welcome to America festival. Here, you can enjoy great music, artists, snacks, and live fireworks.

Address: 200 N. 19th St. Website: july4thphilly.com

Chinese Lantern Festival

Experience the magic at Franklin Square as it transforms into an enchanted wonderland at the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival, running June 20 to Aug. 31. Enjoy massive, handcrafted lantern displays — including a 200-foot dragon — live cultural performances, global dining, and family-friendly activities.

Address: 200 N. 6th St. Website: phillychineselanternfestival.com

ouTdoor spaCes

College Green

Located in the heart of the Penn campus, College Green is the perfect spot to have a study break, socialize, or just enjoy the sunshine.

Address: 3420 Locust Walk

Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park

This lively market transforms Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park into a space that provides a cultural hub for social gatherings, sharing of ethnic cuisines, and business opportunities through vending. It has a lot of authentic cuisine, artisan crafts, and dynamic live performances, offering an immersive experience of Southeast Asia’s rich heritage.

Address: 1500 Pattison Ave. and S. Broad St. Website: www.fdrseamarket.com

Fairmount Park

Located along the Schuylkill River, this park offers a blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and cultural landmarks, making it the perfect place for a walk .

Address: 1 Boathouse Row

BioPond

This pond, located at the James G. Kaskey Memorial Park, is a beautiful place to visit. Home to turtles as well as other wildlife around the pond, you will love relaxing here for lunch on a summer day.

Address: 433 S. University Ave.

Website: kaskeypark.bio.upenn.edu

Clark Park

This park always has something going on — such as festivals, flea markets, performances, concerts, and a frequent farmers’ market.

Address: 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave. Website: www.friendsofclarkpark.org

Penn Park

Located at Penn, this 24-acre park has multiple amenities for its visitors, such as baseball fields and tennis courts.

Address: 3000 Walnut St.

Website: facilities.upenn.edu/maps/ locations/penn-park

Schuylkill River Park

This park, located right next to the river, has a dog park, playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a baseball field. This park is perfect to visit alone or with friends.

Address: 300 S. 25th St.

Website: www.fsrp.org

Rittenhouse Square

Located in the heart of Center City, this park has ample space for picnics, walks, and other outdoor activities.

Address: 1800 Walnut St.

Website: www.visitphilly.com/areas/ philadelphia-neighborhoods/rittenhousesquare/

ThrifT spoTs

Philly AIDS Thrift

Quirky, colorful, and full of character, Philly AIDS Thrift offers an ever-changing mix of vintage clothes, books, and other fun stuff — all for a great cause. Proceeds support local HIV/AIDS organizations.

Address: 710 S. 5th St.

Website: www.phillyaidsthrift.com

Circle Thrift

Affordable and community-focused, Circle Thrift is a go-to spot for clothes, books, and home goods. With friendly vibes and great deals, it’s perfect for thrifting.

Address: 2233 Frankford Ave.

Website: www.circlethrift.com

The Second Mile Center

A favorite among students and locals, this thrift store offers a wide selection of affordable clothing, books, furniture, and home goods.

Address: 214 S. 45th St.

Retro Rewind Vintage & Thrift

Packed with personality, Retro Rewind offers a curated mix of vintage fashion, nostalgic finds, and quirky home decor. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to add bold, retro flair to their wardrobe or space.

Address: 2804 W. Girard Ave.

Website: www.retrorewindvt.com

on CaMpus even s

Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll

This biannual street festival where visitors can enjoy $1, $3, and $5 deals, live music, and arts and crafts. Local vendors, musicians, and community partners make this event a cherished neighborhood tradition.

Website: www.universitycity.org/things-todo/baltimore-avenue-dollar-stroll/

University City Dining Days

University City Dining Days returns in July where diners can enjoy three-course meals. Check out their website for a list of participating restaurants and prices.

Website: www.ucdiningdays.com

Clark Park Movies

Over the summer, Clark Park shows movies on the first four Fridays in August at sundown. The event has a mix of family favorites, blockbusters, and cult classics.

Website: www.universitycity.org/things-todo/movies-in-clark-park/

uCity

Square

One uCity Square is an integrated community of office, lab, and retail space, complete with private outdoor terraces, onsite parking, and

Website: ucitysquare.com/events/

direct adjacency to The Square with activated community programming such as yoga, movies, concerts, and more.

Travel & TransiT

SEPTA

SEPTA is Philadelphia’s public transportation system. It can be paid for by using exact cash, by buying a SEPTA Key (price varies), or by using tap-to-pay.

Website: www.septa.org

Uber, Lyft, and Taxis

Uber, Lyft, and taxis are always available if you need to find a ride. They provide quick and easy door-to-door pickup and drop-off. Websites: www.uber.com; www.lyft.com; www.philataxicab.com

Indego

BEER: Always winner

The Indego bike-sharing system offers hundreds of bikes available around the clock for transportation on your schedule. There are 10 locations on or near campus, and over 125 stations in the city.

Website: www.rideindego.com

Penn Transit

Penn’s three fixed-route buses (East, West & North) are a convenient and safe way for PennCard holders to gt to and from campus and the surrounding neighborhoods. They also offer a shuttle upon request. Website: www.upenn.edu/transportation

ave, Philadelphia (215) 546-7301

Philly PHLASH

Philly PHLASH is the most convenient way to see Philadelphia’s most notable attractions, including the Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Zoo, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Independence Mall, and many more! Rides are only $2 per ride or $5 for a day pass. Website: www.ridephillyphlash.com

CaMpus safeTy

Blue Light Phones

The Division of Public Safety has phones for emergency use distributed across campus. The phones can be distinguished by their yellow covers and overhead blue lights.

Penn Guardian

Download the free Penn Guardian app on your iOS or Android device to provide the Division of Public Safety’s PennComm Center with information, such as medical conditions and GPS coordinates.

Walking Escort

To request a walking escort, students can call (215) 898-WALK/9255, or ask any on-duty Public Safety officer on patrol or inside a building for help.

Penn Police Station

Visit the Penn Police Station at 4040 Chestnut St. in case of an emergency, if you need help, or if you have questions. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Emergencies and Help Line

In the event of an emergency, call (215) 5733333 for 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week assistance in navigating Penn’s resources for health and wellness, call (215) 898-HELP/4357.