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, that's 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 (Regional Rail). 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 (3600 Chestnut St) 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.