Visiting Philadelphia
REVIVE 2027 takes place at the Jordan Medical Education Center on Penn Medicine's campus, in the heart of University City. Philadelphia is a world-class city anchored in history, easy to get to, easy to get around, and genuinely worth the trip.
Getting Here
By Air
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is 20 minutes from campus by car or the SEPTA Airport Line. Rideshares run approximately $25–35.
By Train
30th Street Station, one of the great train stations in the U.S., is a 10-minute walk from the venue. Amtrak connects Philadelphia to New York (1h 15min), Washington D.C. (1h 30min), and Boston (5h).
By Car
The venue is accessible from I-76 and I-95. Limited on-site parking is available at Penn Medicine; the Sansom Place Garage and the Surface Lot at 34th & Civic Center Blvd are nearby options.
Philly Eats
Near the venue (University City)
Han Dynasty: Authentic Sichuan, reliably excellent. A short walk or quick rideshare from campus.
White Dog Cafe: A classic University City restaurant. Good for a group dinner; farm-to-table American with a long, respected history.
Local 44: Neighborhood craft beer bar with solid food. Ideal if you want to decompress after the day.
In Center City (10–15 min by car)
Vernick Food & Drink — One of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. Go if you can get a reservation.
Parc: Classic French brasserie on Rittenhouse Square. Great for groups, no reservation needed at the bar.
Cheesesteaks: Angelos, John’s Roast Pork, and Cleavers are all great options
Where to Stay
These hotels are within a short walk or rideshare of the Jordan Medical Education Center.
The Study at University City(closest to venue) A boutique hotel built for academic travelers, steps from campus. Consistently well-reviewed and genuinely convenient. ~ 0.3 miles from venue
The Rittenhouse Hotel For those who want to stay in Center City — a 10-minute rideshare away, this is Philadelphia's most celebrated hotel, overlooking Rittenhouse Square.
AKA University City Extended-stay apartments with hotel service, ideal for those arriving the night before or staying an extra day.
REVIVE is a one-day conference, but Philadelphia rewards a longer stay.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art: One of the great art museums in the country. The steps are obligatory.
The Barnes Foundation: An extraordinary private art collection, now open to the public. Exceptional impressionist and post-impressionist holdings.
Reading Terminal Market: The best indoor food market on the East Coast.
Old City & Independence Hall: A 15-minute rideshare to where American democracy began. Worth at least a morning.