Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps Reviews Summary

Surroundings & Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The site is clean and beautiful. The surrounding area is so picturesque."
• "Awesome views, awesome views, awesome views!!"
• "Gorgeous grounds of this museum."
• "The energy at his place is very positive and kids can enjoy the vast wider area."
• "Beautiful evening out and about on the Art Museum steps and walking along Eakins Oval."
• "Such an amazing view of the great city of Philadelphia. It’s amazing during the day and night two different views."
• "What an amazing place with lot people enjoying the day especially on evenings or weekends."

Cons:

• "Down side of it is the peddling beggers needs to be clean up."
• "Expect people to beg you for money that don't actually work for the museum. Very rude and pushy."
• "A gang of dirt bikers terrified the area of the museum, and a total anarchy was present."
• "A lot of trash in the area. They need trash containers and a clean up crew."
• "The city was great until it got dark. At night time, it was horrible."
• "Philadelphia is not a safe city after dark. Everything closes before or after dark."
• "I just wish I didn't smell weed here."

Rocky Steps & Statue

Pros:

• "The Rocky statue had a line with security!! Just to take a picture with the statue!!! Crazy."
• "Prestigious set of steps. Enjoyable area. People from around the US and the World hang around and take pictures with Rocky Balboa."
• "Climbing the Rocky Steps is not just a physical activity; it's a journey through both Philadelphia's past and its impact on popular culture."
• "The feeling of accomplishment upon reaching the top is truly fulfilling."
• "Climbing the steps offers a sense of accomplishment, and the view from the top provides a nice panorama of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway."
• "Iconic Rocky Steps will make your heart beat faster."
• "Running Up The Rocky Steps And Taking Pictures With The Rocky Footprints And Rocky Statue Is A Definite Must Do!"

Cons:

• "Unfortunately there is a large tent set up at the top of the stairs, taking away from the visual of the museum."
• "Some dudes claiming to work for the parks offer to take your pictures, of course it’s a gimmick."
• "But who is that crazy guy who built this awful and terrible cheap tent on top of the world's heritage? Please destroy it asap and keep the building clean from such disgusting constructions."
• "You run up the steps and expect to find Rocky's statue but no, it's at the bottom of the stairs, hidden to the right only discoverable by the long line waiting to take a picture."
• "This is definitely a must see if you are a Rocky fan, but DO NOT fall for the people who insist on taking your picture at the top of the steps. They are homeless and basically force you to tip them for it."
• "One star subtracted for the 'good Samaritan' locals who offer to take a picture of your entire group, with your camera of course, for a few bucks."
• "The men working the steps, the statues, etc. Asking to use your cell phone and offer to take your photos then will hold your phone and ask for money. ***do not let random people take your phone***."

Museum Experience

Pros:

• "The museum is cool to see and the steps are nostalgic for the Rocky movie."
• "They have a coat closet where you can leave your coat while you walk around the museum."
• "Great place to visit. You can spend a whole day around this place."
• "The museum has a lot of interesting exhibits."
• "Inside, the museum boasts an impressive collection of over 240,000 works of art from around the world."
• "The museum is equally good, the collection has many original work by legends like Picasso."
• "The Philadelphia Museum of Art is a world-class museum that offers a wide range of exhibits and collections."

Cons:

• "I've never been inside at all in my 20 something years coming to Philly."
• "After having your bag searched to come in we were harassed about having a purse or big bag on both or across the shoulders."
• "No restrooms. The gift shop is across the street and it has restrooms."
• "It's a lovely museum. I wasn't able to see everything due to the fire alarm going off."
• "The museum was actually closed, which was weird since it was a Tuesday."
• "It was a shame the museum was closed on Mondays and a rainy day."
• "Did not have the chance to go inside. There is a $20 fee for entrance."

Parking & Accessibility

Pros:

• "Paid Parking is available."
• "PS: free parking in the back of the museum."
• "Parking on the street and a short walk to get to the museum."
• "They have a parking garage, and when you bring your ticket in you'll get a discount for parking."
• "18 and under are free admission."
• "Be sure to take bus 38 if you want to get off closer to the museum."
• "Access to the statue is OPEN AND FREE."

Cons:

• "The steps were Great the museum was Great but parking is very dangerous and bad a lady went to the steps and back her windows were busted out."
• "The parking was a bit tricky and we couldn’t really tell if the one parking lot was open but eventually we figured it out and everything was great!"
• "Parking may take a while. Walk, ride a bike, or take an uber."
• "Fountain should be operated any season irrespective of climate when the management is collecting whole lot of money as tickets for the museum.what is the point in shutting down the fountain when it is placed for visitor attraction 👎👎👎"
• "Unfortunately by the time I reached there the museum was closed."
• "Obviously they're famous. Pretty site. However, not very handicap friendly (saying that since I did not personally see a ramp anywhere)."
• "The steps were Great the museum was Great but parking is very dangerous and bad a lady went to the steps and back her windows were busted out."