Climate and Clothing

Temperatures in March in Philadelphia average in the 40’s and 50’s during the day and 30’s during the evenings, so bring a warm coat. You might also want to include a pair of gloves and a hat. Best bet is to check the internet a few days prior to travel to check on expected weather conditions.
Classes will be held in different buildings on campus, thus requiring you to walk a few blocks to these venues. We strongly suggest you put your coat on when outside.

Food

The UArts Cantina will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner in several locations throughout the campus. They offer excellent high-quality, low-cost, nutritional meals.
In addition to the UArts Cantina, there are numerous restaurants in “center city”. There are a number of food courts and eating establishments in every price range.
You will receive in your registration packet, a list of restaurants, food courts, coffee shops, and places of interest in downtown Philadelphia.
Also click on www.gophila.com for further ‘Philly” information.

Local Transportation

Philadelphia has an excellent transit system. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) offers commuter rail service between the city and the suburbs. Suburban Station and Market East Station are in the heart of the business, shopping and hotel districts. Also, 30th Street Station provides quick connections with Amtrak. Each of these stations connects the entire rail system with the city's Airport Rail Line.

SEPTA (www.septa.org) also operates a large fleet of buses and street cars through the city and suburbs with highly concentrated service in the Center City area. Two subway lines -- the Market-Frankford (east-west) and Broad Street (north-south) -- crisscross the city. Cash fare on most routes is $2.00 (exact change required). Discounted tokens and passes are available at SEPTA sales offices and at commercial sales outlets. The easiest way to travel to all of Philadelphia's sights and attractions is with SEPTA's Day Pass. The tourist-friendly pass is good for one day of unlimited riding on all City Transit vehicles, plus a one-way trip on the Airport Line. (Note: please call or visit SEPTA online to check latest fares and packages.)

TAXIS are available day and night on Broad Street or your hotel may call one for you.

Travel Directions

The University of the Arts’ main building for registration, is Hamilton Hall, located at
320 South Broad Street (Broad and Pine Streets)
Philadelphia, PA 19102
If you get lost call us at 215-717-6000

From Baltimore, Washington DC and points south including Philadelphia Intern’l Airport:
Travel north on I-95 past Philadelphia International Airport to Broad Street/Pattison Ave. Exit. Travel north on Broad Street approximately 2.5 miles to Pine Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.

From Southern New Jersey and Atlantic City Area
Travel on the Atlantic City Expressway until it merges with Route 42 North. Follow signs to Walt Whitman Bridge. Cross the bridge ($3.00 toll) and exit onto Broad Street northbound. Travel north on Broad Street approximately 3 miles to Pine Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.

From New York, New Jersey and Points Northeast via NJ Turnpike
Travel south on NJ Turnpike to Exit 4. Take Route 73 North and follow signs to Route 38 West. Travel Route 38 West and follow signs for the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. The exit for the Bridge will take you to Route 30 West (also known as Admiral Wilson Blvd.). Cross the bridge ($3.00 toll) to the 6th Street South exit. Follow 6th Street south to Spruce Street. Turn right onto Spruce Street. Remain on Spruce Street until you reach Broad Street. Turn left onto Broad Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is one block south on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.

From the North via I-95 South in Pennsylvania
Travel on I-95 South to I-676 West. Exit at Broad Street. Follow 15th Street to Pine Street (approx. 11 blocks). Turn left onto Pine Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is one block away, on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.

From Harrisburg and Points West
Travel east on the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 24. Take Route 76 East to the South Street Exit (Left Lane Exit). Make a left and cross the South Street Bridge. Travel east to Broad Street and turn left. Go two blocks north to Pine Street. Hamilton Hall will be on the left corner.

From Eastern Ontario, New York State and Northeastern Pennsylvania
Travel the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-476. Follow I-476 to 76 East. Take Route 76 East to the South Street Exit (Left Lane Exit). Make a left and cross the South Street Bridge. Travel east to Broad Street and turn left. Go two blocks north to Pine Street. Hamilton Hall will be on the left corner.
If you get lost call us at 215-717-6000.

Directions to the Campus Via Train & Plane

From Southern New Jersey via PATCO High Speed Line
Exit PATCO at 12/13 Street at Locust. Pass through the turnstile, exit the concourse at the Academy of Music stairwell. Walk south on Broad Street 2 blocks to Pine Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.

From Anywhere via AMTRAK
Travel by AMTRAK to Philadelphia's 30th Street Station. You may then travel by taxi to the University (approximately $8-10) or transfer to commuter train to the Penn Center Suburban Station. Exit station at 15th and Market Streets (at the Clothespin statue). Walk south 7 blocks to Pine Street. Turn left to Broad Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.
Buy a ticket get one free on Amtrak! (Please check to see if this offer is still valid.)
If you buy one ticket to travel to the National High School Dance Festival, you're eligible for a second ticket free! Just click on the link below and follow the instructions for the two for one discount, and bring a teacher, chaperone, or peer to Philadelphia on Amtrak!
www.onebigcampus.com/html/amtrak_special

From Suburban Philadelphia and Philadelphia International Airport via SEPTA/Local Trains
Travel by SEPTA train to the Penn Center Suburban Station. Exit station at 15th and Market Streets (the Clothespin sculpture). Walk south 7 blocks to Pine Street. Turn left to Broad Street. The University's main building, Hamilton Hall, is on the northwest corner of Broad & Pine Streets.