Bus Drop-off and Parking for the Independence Park Institute

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Groups participating in Independence Park Institute (IPI) school programs are asked to use the bus drop-off location on the east side of Third Street, between Walnut and Chestnut Streets (in front of the Independence Living History Center). This location is the closest bus drop-off location to the IPI learning labs.

Other bus drop-off locations include the new Independence Transportation Center (ITC) which is just off 5th Street at the National Constitution Center; in front of Christ Church on Second Street, between Arch and Market Streets; in front of the Betsy Ross House on Arch Street, between Second and Third Streets; and in front of City Tavern, just North of Second and Walnut Streets; and a location for seniors and handicapped only on Fifth Street between Ranstead and Chestnut Streets.

Bus and Motorcoach Parking

After dropping off, the drivers can proceed to the new designated parking facility on Callowhill Street, between Front and Second Streets. A designated bus parking facility nearby provides a secure, convenient and comfortable location for bus and motorcoach drives to wait while their groups explore the area and take in all the delights of the city. The driver can park in one of 40 secured spaces and enjoy an air-conditioned waiting area that features bathrooms and showers, televisions, sleeping lounges and vending machines. The driver will also receive coupons for local restaurants and family entertainment venues. (For the latest Philadelphia bus/motorcoach parking information please visit www.pcvb.org)

Fees and Hours

• $20 per bus for the day (payable at the parking facility)
  Driver must display the parking permit they received with payment.
• Overnight parking will be an additional $10 (for a total of $30). Reservations for overnight parking should be made before 5:00 p.m. by calling 215-925-3706.
• The parking area is open from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., seven days a week.