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Girard College Attraction Details
Girard College
http://girardcollege.com/
Girard College was established in 1831 by the millionaire Stephen Girard. Today it is a private boarding school for all children in grades 1st through 12th. Highlights include the Greek Revival temple Founders Hall.

Address:
Ridge and West College Avenues
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 215-787-2600

Handicap Access? Y




Bird Watching Nearby
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education (5.68 Miles)
USFWS - John Heinz NWR at Tinicum (5.86 Miles)

Hiking Nearby
Fairmount Park (1.01 Miles)
Wissahickon Creek Trailhead - Fairmount Park (1.66 Miles)
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education (5.68 Miles)
USFWS - John Heinz NWR at Tinicum (5.86 Miles)

Nature Centers Nearby
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education (5.68 Miles)
USFWS - John Heinz NWR at Tinicum (5.86 Miles)

Gardens & Arboretums Nearby
Pennsylvania Hospital, Physic Garden (1.59 Miles)
Fairmount Park, International Sculpture Garden (1.86 Miles)
Horticulture Center, Fairmount Park (2.86 Miles)
Soft Sites Art Installation (3.17 Miles)

Lectures & Seminars Nearby
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Historical and Genealogical Societies Nearby
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Philadelphia Historic Preservation Corporation (1.2 Miles)
Italian Folk Art Federation of America (1.21 Miles)
Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania (1.27 Miles)

Museums Nearby
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Philadelphia Museum of Art (0.41 Miles)

Shopping Nearby
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Zach's Delectable Necessities (1.01 Miles)
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Reading Terminal Market (1.07 Miles)

All Tours Nearby
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African American Historical Tours (0.44 Miles)
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours (0.45 Miles)
Congregation Rodeph Shalom (0.6 Miles)

History Museums Nearby
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Franklin Institute Science Museum (0.84 Miles)
Independence Seaport Museum (1.03 Miles)

History Tours Nearby
Girard College, Founder's Hall (0.14 Miles)
Eastern State Penitentiary (0.42 Miles)
Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia (0.42 Miles)
African American Historical Tours (0.44 Miles)

Dance Performances Nearby
American Ballet Competition (0.62 Miles)
Black Family Reunion Cultural Center (0.84 Miles)
Koresh Dance Company (1.13 Miles)
Philadelphia Dance Alliance (1.22 Miles)

Theatre Nearby
Freedom Theatre (0.42 Miles)
Liacouras Center (0.56 Miles)
American Ballet Competition (0.62 Miles)
Black Family Reunion Cultural Center (0.84 Miles)

Tours Nearby
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Eastern State Penitentiary (0.42 Miles)
Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia (0.42 Miles)
African American Historical Tours (0.44 Miles)

Breweries Nearby
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Yards Brewery (2.02 Miles)

Pro Sports Nearby
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Philadelphia Phillies (1.36 Miles)
Philadelphia Wings (2.7 Miles)
CoreStates Center (3.26 Miles)

Music Nearby
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American Ballet Competition (0.62 Miles)
Black Family Reunion Cultural Center (0.84 Miles)
Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (1.04 Miles)

All Accommodations Nearby
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Buttonwood Square (0.61 Miles)
Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association (0.94 Miles)
Hampton Inn - Pennsylvania Convention Center (0.96 Miles)

Hotels & Motels Nearby
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Korman Suites Hotel (0.6 Miles)
Buttonwood Square (0.61 Miles)
Best Western Center City Hotel (0.62 Miles)

Wineries Nearby
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The Wine School of Philadelphia by The Grass Roots Cafe (3.69 Miles)

Arts & Entertainment Nearby
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The Silver Garden (0.43 Miles)
Mural Arts Program (0.45 Miles)
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours (0.45 Miles)

All Dining Nearby
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Rembrandt's (0.45 Miles)
London Grill (0.5 Miles)
Illuminare (0.51 Miles)

Nightlife Nearby
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Red Bell Brewing Company (0.92 Miles)
Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (1.04 Miles)
Shampoo (1.07 Miles)

Biking Nearby
Fairmount Park (1.01 Miles)

Rails to Trails Nearby
Fairmount Park (1.01 Miles)
Philadelphia Trolley Works (1.34 Miles)
Philadelphia Trolley Works (1.35 Miles)

African American Heritage Nearby
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African American Historical Tours (0.44 Miles)
Great American Tours (0.46 Miles)
Church of the Advocate (0.6 Miles)

Boating & Sailing Nearby
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Liberty Belle Cruises (1.63 Miles)

Water Activities Nearby
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Picnic in the Park (1.52 Miles)
Liberty Belle Cruises (1.63 Miles)

Accommodations & Dining Nearby
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Illuminare (0.51 Miles)
Bishop's Collar (0.53 Miles)
Golden Chopstick (0.54 Miles)

Diners Nearby
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Down Home Diner (1.11 Miles)
Little Pete's (1.23 Miles)
Silk City Diner - Philadelphia (1.25 Miles)

Fine Dining Nearby
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Matyson (1.08 Miles)

Historic Places Nearby
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Haunted Happenings Nearby
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Skiing & Winter Sports Nearby
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Historic Towns Nearby
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Greater Philadelphia Tourism and Marketing Corporation (1.2 Miles)

Monuments Nearby
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Galleries Nearby
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Mural Arts Program (0.45 Miles)
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Country Markets Nearby
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AIA Bookstore and Design Center (1.45 Miles)

Family Restaurants Nearby
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Spaghetti Warehouse Italian Grille (0.89 Miles)
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Festivals & Fairs Nearby
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Philadelphia International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (1.15 Miles)
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Railroads Nearby
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Amateur/College Sports Nearby
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Golfing Nearby
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Driving Tours Nearby
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National Historic Parks Nearby
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Antiquing Nearby
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Nature & Outdoors Nearby
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State & National Parks Nearby
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Philadelphia Hospitality, Inc. (1.21 Miles)
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Art Museums Nearby
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Native American Heritage Nearby
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Farm Tours Nearby
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Battlefields Nearby
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Zoos & Animal Parks Nearby
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Kids Nearby
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Colleges & Universities Nearby
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CareerPhilly Financial and Business Services Internship Fair (1.48 Miles)
Make Your Own Life: Artists In and Out of Cologne (1.66 Miles)
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Action Sports Nearby
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Go Vertical (1.69 Miles)

Wildlife Nearby
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Motorcycling Nearby
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Amusement & Theme Parks Nearby
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Factory Tours Nearby
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Cunningham Piano Company (2.91 Miles)

Caves & Caverns Nearby
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