Schuylkill River Tours

Kayaking on the tidal Schuylkill is a serene and active way to enjoy Philadelphia. Head upriver towards the Fairmount Dam to enjoy spectacular views of the Art Museum, Fairmount Water Works and the city skyline. Head downriver towards Bartram’s Garden to immerse yourself in greenery and wildlife – tree cover increases significantly below the South Street Bridge, you may not believe that you’re still in the city!



To purchase tickets, call 215-309-5523 

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Basic Kayak Tours

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Professionally guided kayak tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including ½ hour of instruction.
Moderate exertion level.



Tickets: $40/person

Prices include instructional lesson, equipment rental and guided tour.

 

​Moonlight Kayak Tours

Let the moon guide you on a tour of the Schuylkill River. Professionally guided tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including 1/2 hour of instruction and 1 hour on the water. Moderate exertion level.



Tickets: $50/person

Prices include instructional lesson, equipment rental and guided tour.



Movie Night Kayak Tour

Kayak at dusk and return in time for the outdoor movie on the lawn at Schuylkill Banks. Snacks included.

 

Tickets: $40/person

Price includes instructional lesson, guided tour, equipment rental and dinner.

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Advanced Kayak Tours to Bartram's Garden

*Must be booked as a group of 8 or more*
 

Start your kayak tour at Walnut Street Dock, travel downriver to Bartram's Garden. Once there, enjoy a boxed lunch and a tour of historic garden, before paddling back to the Walnut Street Dock. Tours start at 11am and will most likely take 3-4 hours. Moderate to heavy exertion level.

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Tickets: $75/person
Prices include instructional lesson, guided tour, equipment rental, lunch and self-guided tour of the garden.