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Rocky Statue
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#43 of 479 things to do in Philadelphia
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10:00 AM - 8:45 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 8:45 PM
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10:00 AM - 8:45 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Famous fictional Heavyweight Champion "Rocky" is forever remembered in this bronze statue, which pays tribute to the underdog.
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  • Vacationer820417
    New York City, New York81 contributions
    Rocky Balboa 4 Life
    I finally got to visit Rocky and the famous steps he ran up while training for his fight. I just couldn't run up those steps like he did since I had a knee replacement and my running days are long gone. I did walk up those steps and enjoyed the same view he saw from the top.
    Visited September 2022
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 1 February 2023
  • Von1287
    Albany, New York771 contributions
    We love Rocky!
    The line was long in the heat but there were people selling water, ice cream, and also gear along the way. It was fun to get some photos in front of the statue and fun to watch what people do when they stand in front of it! We took a few cool shots and then headed out. We climbed down the stairs after being in the museum and did not regret only climbing up a few since it was 100 degrees literally this day!
    Visited July 2022
    Written 9 February 2023
  • MaryKateFinNI19
    Virginia684 contributions
    A perfect photography opportunity with the great Rocky Balboa Statue
    Obviously the top thing to do in Philadelphia if you're a Rocky fan or not, our son loved running up the steps and getting his picture taken at the Rocky Statue. It's free, easy to find and a great photograph opportunity. There was a man selling Rocky t-shirts near it, so cool. Parking is closeby. We went Thanksgiving weekend, so it was super busy.
    Visited November 2022
    Written 15 March 2023
  • Louis L
    7 contributions
    Just take the selfie
    Okay it’s kind of cheesy but I was running by the Philadelphia art museum and just to the right at street level was a crowd. I ran by to see what the attraction was and there I was. This Rocky statue is easy to get to and a reminder of my youth. If you aren’t into it, you should skip it but if you have an extra three minutes and are nearby, just stop and take a selfie at a cultural icon.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 24 April 2023
  • Jason Rosenau
    Westlock, Canada311 contributions
    You didn't come to Philly if you didn't see this.
    Another thing that just has to be done in Philly. Just beside the Museum of Art where the iconic scene from the 1976 movie took place. Even after all these years people of all ages from everywhere still run up the steps of the museum as a tribute. Because it's Philly it just has to be done.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 23 May 2023
  • Jack
    Old Bethpage, New York760 contributions
    Must see in Philly!
    The statue is great. It shows the character “Rocky Balboa” from the 1976 movie, “Rocky”. It is right next to the steps that he climbed up and down numerous times. I recommend coming here and taking a selfie quick, because there are usually lines. I also recommend coming here on weekdays for shorter lines.
    Visited July 2023
    Written 18 July 2023
  • Patricia B
    Atyrau, Kazakhstan129 contributions
    Fun for Rocky Fans
    If you are a fan of the Rocky movies, this would be fun to see. You can even run up and down the steps with the Rocky theme playing on your phone. It was too hot during our visit. You could combine this with a visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art Thursday- Monday. The museum is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 20 July 2023
  • Jemlnlx
    Bronx, New York4,762 contributions
    A must for Rocky Fans or Movie Buffs...
    A must...especially for movie/Rocky fans. Near the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art stairs and nearby surrounded by the beautiful park. Lots of people running up and down the steps as expected. There was a line for taking pictures by the statues but it moved fairly quick as most people took a few quick photos and kept it moving...
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled on business
    Written 31 August 2023
  • Oliver A
    Leeds, United Kingdom184 contributions
    What's up Rocko!
    Big Rocky fan. Couldn't believe I was at the statue. Short queues. Staff who work there help you to take a picture and get you amped up. Lived up to expectations and what's not to like with such a legendary statue that's free!
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 12 September 2023
  • smyers
    Springfield, Missouri4 contributions
    Fun in Philly
    Great city with a lot of history. People were so friendly and nice. We did the cheese steak at Geno's and Pats both were fantastic. The art museum is a must to see . Many great works of art there. People there sooo friendly.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 18 September 2023
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Happyholidays888
North East England, UK26 contributions
Yo Adrian, I did it!!!
Nov 2023 • Family
Have been a massive Rocky fan since I was a kid, so took the opportunity to travel down from NYC to Philadelphia to see the statue and run up the ‘Rocky’ steps. Was a brilliant experience and ticked this one off my bucket list 🇺🇸🥊
Written 6 November 2023
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nephronking
Liverpool, UK3,102 contributions
Eye of the tiger
Nov 2023 • Friends
As a kid we grew up with Rocky. It was good to run to Rocky every morning and around the area good for running. There are many routes you can take each morning. Phila being voted best walking city and for us a good running city along the cycling paths.
Written 6 November 2023
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Paweł Bor
New York City, NY1,608 contributions
Very busy
Oct 2023 • Family
You must see it when you're in Philadelphia. It looks like this is the busiest attraction in the city—a long line of tourists to take a picture with Rocky.
Written 20 October 2023
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Charles S
Northamptonshire, UK1,044 contributions
Huge Tourist Attraction
Sep 2023 • Couples
The 72 steps leading up to the Philadelphia Museum of Art were made famous from the film 'Rocky' in 1976. A 10ft bronze Rocky statue was originally positioned on top of the steps where Sylvester Stallone stood but was later moved and placed on a pedestal in a grassy area near the foot of the steps to the right of the Museum. The position on top of the steps was replaced with a bronze inlay of Converse sneaker footprints with the name "Rocky" above them. There were three bronze statues commissioned, of the other two, one is owned by Sylvester Stallone and one is in the Schomberg Studios Gallery in Denver. The steps are one of the city's biggest tourist attractions.
Written 4 October 2023
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Andrew T
259 contributions
No at the top of the steps
Sep 2023 • Solo
Apparently to the museum, got frustrated with the rocky statue being at the top of the steps so it’s right off to the side of the steps. The steps them selves are still very neat with a lot of people running up them and doing the scene from the rocky movie. The statue itself is not anything super impressive and there’s an individual that hangs around willing to take a picture, but only if they get money.

Overall 7.8/10
Written 29 September 2023
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A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK1,313 contributions
Not that impressive to be honest but worth a photo
Aug 2023 • Couples
The statue is free but there are people there organising the queue etc. I wasn’t actually sure if they were genuine employed workers or just locals on a hustle?
We didn’t bother to join the queue as we weren’t interested n having our photo taken with the statue. We wanted just the statue itself which we managed to get in between changeover of people.
Written 25 September 2023
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mike1046
78 contributions
Rocky
Aug 2023 • Couples
The statue is located next to the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Parking is very limited, we parked for free down the street and walked over. There are no public restrooms, In the park across the street was porta johns. Some street vendors were selling shirts and drinks. The line for you to take your own pictures went quick, everyone was very respectful waiting their turn.
Written 19 September 2023
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mike1046
78 contributions
Rocky Steps
Aug 2023 • Couples
We did not go into the museum, just stopped for the Rocky Steps. Parking can be difficult; we had to park down the street and walk but parking was free. There are no public restrooms, at the time there were porta johns in the park across the street. While your here you can also stop at the Rocky Statue that is next to the steps
Written 19 September 2023
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smyers
Springfield, MO4 contributions
Fun in Philly
Sep 2023 • Couples
Great city with a lot of history. People were so friendly and nice. We did the cheese steak at Geno's and Pats both were fantastic. The art museum is a must to see . Many great works of art there. People there sooo friendly.
Written 18 September 2023
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Oliver A
Leeds, UK184 contributions
What's up Rocko!
Sep 2023 • Couples
Big Rocky fan. Couldn't believe I was at the statue.

Short queues. Staff who work there help you to take a picture and get you amped up.

Lived up to expectations and what's not to like with such a legendary statue that's free!
Written 12 September 2023
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