Martin Luther King Jr. Drive – Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk loop from 2nd Street

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive – Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk loop from 2nd Street

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Martin Luther King Jr. Drive – Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk loop from 2nd Street

01:12

27.1km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.09 km for 240 m

After 22.4 km for 146 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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947 m

Second Bank of the United States

Highlight • Historical Site

Building that housed one of the earliest banks in the United States post-revolutionary war. Located on the Independence Hall area.

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1.90 km

Declaration House

Highlight • Historical Site

The Declaration House in Philadelphia holds historical significance as the location where Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It was rented by Jefferson during the summer of …

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6.70 km

Rocky Statue

Highlight • Monument

This statue portrays Rocky Balboa from the Rocky movie series in a larger-than-life form. It holds significant meaning for many in the area, symbolizing the triumph of the underdog rising to victory.

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10.2 km

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive offers a quieter road for cyclists looking to avoid traffic. Next to the road is the MLK Drive Trail, a 4.3-mile path separated from traffic, providing a safer alternate route.

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15.7 km

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Strawberry Mansion Bridge, a steel arch truss bridge spanning the Schuylkill River, provides a breathtaking view of the water. The bridge's railings also feature stunning artistic elements, enhancing its …

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19.2 km

Turtle Rock Light

Highlight • Monument

Built in the 1880s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Turtle Rock Light is a famous lighthouse on the Schuylkill River. It's a beautiful piece of architecture that can be viewed from both sides of the river.

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19.3 km

Boathouse Row

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Boathouse Row is a historic stretch of that sits on the Schuylkill River. It features 15 boathouses that host social and rowing clubs with their racing shells. It's a nice …

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