Rocky Steps

If you’re a fan of Rocky, this is definitely one of the destinations you must visit. I come here almost every time I’m in Philly to pay homage to Rocky. Growing up, watching Rocky running up these exact steps in his montage, then raising his arms up in triumph, it was very inspiring. I do the exact same thing whenever I’m here and it never feels old. When you reach the top and overlook the city of Philadelphia, you just feel good. It’s a amazing site of the city and the museum itself is a beautiful piece of architecture. I prefer visiting the step at night while there’s less people and easier to park. The only bummer about most nights, there’s usually a rowdy motor cycle gang that runs laps around Ben Franklin Parkway. They disobey the traffic lights and don’t give a rats ass who’s crossing the streets. When the police arrive, all of them scrambled like a bunch of roaches. Shortly after when the police leaves the Museum area, the return and do the same thing.

Yes I had to cross this out of my bucket list. I wish the statue was on top, but they said the statue is more of a movie prop. But I am sure that there would not be a lot of people going to the art museum without the movie Rocky. It was cool there is a bunch of people running up the stairs and it was really fun doing it four times even though it was tiring for the most part, but you can do it. The view is nice itself too as you get to see the other statues and the crazy drivers circling. You can also see people pulling over from their car just to run the steps. It was very cool and fun.

Hmmm what to say about a set of steps…
First it’s a great workout if you make it one (by running or jogging up and down). If that’s not your thing the steps aren’t steep and there are landings to catch your breath before reaching the top.
Once you reach the top of the steps you can congratulate yourself you a good well done and enjoy the view from the top. It has a water fountain and is the entrance to the art musuem. It is also a great meeting place and a good spot to people watch.
The statue of Rocky is not located at the top of the steps. It’s off to the side and you’ll more than likely see a line for your chance to take a picture. There were some ppl around who will take your picture for you but as with everything be mindful of your surroundings and be wise about who you ask.
Overall a great spot to visit while in Philly!

We only had a few hours to play tourist before our flight back to LA, so we hired a driver to take us to the touristy spots. This iconic movie location, the Rocky (Balboa) steps was one of them.
If you’re not a fan of steps, there is a ramp that will take you to the top. The steps are shallow, and the incline is not very steep. An average person can briskly walk it in 5 or 10 minutes.
We came here on a cold February Wednesday morning around 10:30 am. I heard that there’s people who would take your picture for tips, but I guess we were too early for them (thankfully!). There’s the Rocky footprints at the top of the steps, too.
We had the steps to ourselves, as well as the Rocky statue located at the bottom of the steps.
Check mark… off the bucket list and onto the next tourist stop!

Great view of the city from the top of the steps. Definitely recommend coming if your visiting Philly.

I haven’t seen the Rocky movies, which features these 72 stone steps, so my review is based purely on these steps.
What can I write about a pair of stairs?
(1) First of all, these stairs look intimidating but are extremely easy to walk up. A lot of people jog up and down these steps (looks pretty fun).
(2) Secondly, the VIEW from the middle platform and the top of the stairs will steal your breath away (even if you were too lazy to run). You’ll see the bustling traffic circle before the Philadelphia skyline. Great photo opportunity!
(3) And third, the Philadelphia Museum of Art is located on top of these stairs. (separate review)
Note: The Rocky statue is down to the right of the stairs. He was moved around a few times because he was considered a «movie prop» and not «art». I’m not too familiar with the history behind it but from a touristy and photography point of view, I’d prefer him to be on top of the Rocky Steps.

Yes, I rated the Rocky Steps higher than the museum and the Rocky statue. But it’s not because it’s better than the other two, but to even write a review for a set of stairs, these steps must be pretty damn nice.
I mean, they’re stairs. But what you get is an amazing view of Philadelphia, a clear shot view of City Hall from the front, the river from the other two sides, and the very grand, almost Parthenon-​like (and I’ve been to the Parthenon myself) view of the museum structure.
It’s really nice to come out on a nice, balmy Philly fall, sit back on the stairs, enjoy a hoagie, a drink, and just watching the world turn. Very relaxing and if you’re into excitement, you can get a pretty decent view of the free concerts/​shows they put out in the Ben Franklin area during the summers.
And it’s a nice place for a photo op with family, friends, your pet, etc. It can get pretty busy but definitely not as busy as the Parthenon or even the steps on the Great Wall.
Do yourself a favor and when you have the chance, walk up the stairs, turn around, sit down and just take in the view of Philly.
Driving around the museum is hell though.
Parking: $ 12+ on-​site museum parking or free 2-​hr parking along Kelly Dr in front of Boathouse Row

Excellent.
1) Great place to run up.
2) If you like Rocky, it is a must visit spot.
3) Great landmark.

One of the most iconic scenes in movie history. The views from the top of steps are beautiful. Their is also events held on the stairs that make them a great place to visit. Looking down Ben Franklin Parkway lined with all the flags and seeing love park and city hall it a sight to behold. The museum is also phenomenal. Not just typical painting and sculptures but entire rooms dedicated to other cultures that make you feel like you are their.

Seriously? These steps are intense, hardcore, super gnarly; insert any adjective you’d like that is synonymous with those words. I’ve lived here too long (and honestly not seen rocky fully) to really be impressed. I will say this, they are authentic and a great place to work out. 4 stars you ask why? They give that burn, not rocky related but definitely worth visiting If you want to feel that «rocky» burn!

Steps as steps. But with beautiful view on Philadelphia.
It was pretty fun running up as Rocky did and watching others doing the same.

I’m an American by birth, and a Philadelphian by the grace of god. I love the Art Museum Steps, and will only refer to them as such. To refer to them as the Rocky Steps makes my blood boil. Do I like Rocky? Sure. Have I seen all the movies? Hell yes. But as a true Philadelphian would I ever call these steps the Rocky Steps? No, sir.
I love coming here to think at night. And to people watch, of course. Once in a while, I’ll exercise on these steps. Sprints, burpees, lunges, etc. It’s a fabulous place to get in a workout for free.
The view from the steps is quite magical. I suggest checking it out. Run (or walk) to the top and have a seat for a few minutes… or as long as your butt can handle it. You won’t regret it.

The world needs more beautiful days like these! ＼(-o-)／
Well…Iv been meaning to run up these stairs… did not know it was the main entrance to the Art Museum… It’s really a pretty good view of Center City to stand there and look out… You see a lot of photographs being taken there when the weather gets nice…
There’s now a Rocky statue located near the base of the steps (against the wishes of a lot of trustes of the museum)…If you’re at the bottom of the steps it’s off to your right… go take a picture I did! Hehe

I only had a few hours to spend in Philly on a trip here in March, and this is one of the places I had to visit. The Rocky Steps did not disappoint! Running up the steps in the snow and singing «eye of the tiger» was a memorable moment.
I felt very accomplished when I reached the top of the steps without falling flat on my face. I’m from southern California, so snow is foreign for me. The view at the top was great, but limited due to the weather. I hope to come back here on a clear day next time!

What?! I get to be where one of the most iconic films was filmed, AWESOME!
Yes I had to run up those stairs and jump around, Don’t worry you won’t be the only one! Jaja. Everyone is recording each other trying to run without losing your breath or falling in the small steps.
Then right next to the steps is the rocky balboa statue! This is located in a beautiful museum! I didn’t go inside because the entrance was $ 20! Pretty pricey plus I was not in Philly to look at paintings.
The parking like in all downtown it is horrible, I almost paid $ 12 to park right across the steps when we realized there a big street with parking spots right next to it, lucky enough we found one spot, I definitely recommend to drive around a walk a little before paying so much money for 20 mins in the stairs.

In Philly at the end of a day with a little time left to do something fun, what do you do? You go see the Rocky Steps! Except for their amazing movie coolness, they’re just ordinary steps with a couple of landings but no handrails. On your way up those steps you’re only really half in reality. Your other half is panting at the tail end of a miles-​long run around Philly, «Gonna Fly Now» playing, because you’re Rocky! And so are all the other tourists running up alongside you.
There are great views of Philly from the plaza at the top. The day I visited was very warm. Two TV news vans were parked in the plaza. Seemed like they were using a group of teens doing fitness training on the steps to announce the end of winter.
Next to the steps is the Rocky Statue, such a great tribute to a pop culture icon. A homeless dude was hoping I’d tip him to use my phone to snap a pic of me and my friend with Rocky, but I wouldn’t let him touch my phone.
About parking: At the front of the museum, past the Washington Monument, at Art Museum Drive (PA-​3007) & Benjamin Franklin Parkway there’s a parking lot with an official Parks & Recreation sign saying «LOT CLOSED, NO ATTENDANT ON DUTY». A lot of cars were parked there unsupervised and none were ticketed, so I took a chance and parked there for free. No problem. This was a Wednesday in March 2015. I just checked Google Maps, and the street view image taken on October 2012 shows an A-​frame sign at the entrance that says «Flat Rate $ 12 Cash Only». So your results may vary.

If you’re as old as I am you know the movie Rocky. If you’re not as old as me you would know Rocky starred as that old main guy from the Expendables.
Anyway one of the best parts of this classic movie is when Rocky is training and he ends up running up a large set of stairs and puts his hands up while a panoramic view of the Philadelphia skyline shows in the back with this inspirational music.
So this is the place made famous by Rocky who happens to have a statue just around the corner by the way… This is the Philadelphia Museum of Art and faces towards city hall along Ben Franklin Parkway and towards Logan Square.
You will always see people coming here and taking photos with their arms in the air and in case you didn’t know why, now you know.
This place is a wonderful place to get a photo of the skyline of Philadelphia also by the way and at the other end of this road that leads towards city hall is a JFK park where the «Love» sign is that is also good for a photo opportunity looking towards the museum.

You have to… You just have to!!!
From downtown Philly, it’s about a mile walk or so walk and about 30 mins by foot. If you are looking directly at the museum and steps, the Rocky statue is to the right. At the very top of the steps, there is the Rocky foot imprints so be sure to take a photo of that also.
Hilarious that this is the most touristy attraction that people have asked me when I said I was going to Philly. «You have to!!!» OK, so I did. I didn’t run up the stairs but I did take a fast walk up. Pretty cool!
The scene is beautiful and you can totally see the skyline of the city as your backdrop. Wedding pics would be gorgeous here!

Run Forrest run! Oh wait, wrong movie but that is exactly what I did.
Queue the music… Here I go! After my pics with the rocky statue, I headed towards the famous steps leading up to the museum of art. Just like many of the other tourists here that day, I ran up to the top with a feeling of exhilaration. I don’t know if it’s because it brought back memories of my childhood watching the movie or just the fact I was in better shape than I thought.
Once you are standing at the top of the famous steps, you get a phenomenal view of Philadelphia. Just beautiful.
There are many things to see in Philly… let this be on your list.

C’mon, they’re the «Rocky Steps»…if you can’t give ‘em 5 stars, there is something wrong in the universe.
4 stars… I meant 5.
Yeah, 5 stars… for some steps.