Philadelphia: The Rail Park Public Three Mile Vision Tour

During a tour, you are invited to explore Phase One of the Rail Park, our Three Mile Vision for an expanded Rail Park, and the dynamic neighborhoods that encompass that vision. Join one of our expert guides for a small group tour that traverses through the heart of Philadelphia and connects the city’s industrial past with its green future. 

The Three Mile Vision Tour explores the past, present, and future of the Rail Park, highlighting the potential for this project to connect thousands of Philadelphia residents and visitors to green space and each other. 

This linear, street-level tour is approximately 3 miles in length, beginning at 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue and ending at Phase One of the Rail Park at 1100 Callowhill Street. We do not loop back to the starting point.

Your ticket fee goes directly towards supporting Phase One of the Rail Park and planning for future growth! Learn more about the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park.

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Frequently Asked Questions: 

• Will we be going into the tunnel or future park grounds? 

  This is a street-level tour. The route follows public walking paths and sidewalks and will peek into future development sites. At the end of the tour, you will be able to walk through Phase One of the park and interact with the space. 

• What should I wear? Do I need closed-toed shoes?

  Dress weather appropriate. You will be outside for the entire tour. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be doing a bit of walking. 

• Do I need to bring anything with me? Can I bring food and drink with me? 

  You do not need to bring anything with you! We advise bringing water especially if it is going to be a hotter day. Feel free to bring a snack with you.

• Are there bathrooms?

  There are no bathroom stops along the route; please plan accordingly. 

• What happens if there is bad weather?

  If there is bad weather in the forecast, we will provide a 24-hour notice that your tour has been canceled. Your tour will then be rescheduled for another date.    

• Should I tip the tour guide? 

  Sure! If you enjoyed the tour and you feel the guide deserves a tip, feel free to do so.

• Where do we begin and where do we end?

  The Three Mile Vision Tour is a linear tour that begins at 27th and Pennsylvania Streets and ends at 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not double back! Please plan your transportation accordingly. Transportation options for arriving at 27th and Pennsylvania Streets. If you drive there is metered parking at the location. There are a number of bus lines that have stops at or near the starting point: Lines 49, 32, 7, 43, and 48. There is an Indego Bike Station nearby. There are bike lanes to the meeting point.

  At the end of the tour, if you need to go back to the origin point you can borrow an Indego bike, take bus 43, or take a ride share. There are also other public transportation options around the Rail Park. Bus lines 2, 4, 16, 23, 45, and 61. The Broad Street Subway line is about a 5-minute walk away. There is also paid street parking or paid surface lot parking. 

• What is the cancellation policy? 

  If you can no longer go on your scheduled tour, contact us and we will do our best to reschedule you for another tour. 

• Are your tours accessible? 

  The tour is 3 miles and goes through different parts of the city. There is a potential for unforeseen obstructions like construction during the tour. We try to travel the safest, most accessible route. There is a wheelchair-accessible entrance to the Rail Park on Noble Street just east of Broad Street. The park arcs upward at an ADA- compliant slope, all the way to the other end of the park. More inclusive tours are in the works.

• Is there an age limit and can I bring a stroller? 

  Children and Strollers are permitted but please bear in mind the distance you will be walking and that there might be construction blocking sidewalks and other pedestrian areas. 

• Can I bring my dog?

  We ask that you leave all non-service pets at home for the tour. But please bring your pet to the park on any other date. 

• Where does the tour fee go?

  Your tour fee goes to maintaining and funding the Rail Park and its events.