Industry Tours

INDUSTRY TOURS

Many cities have military bases that have been, or are currently being closed or revitalized. Come tour a Philadelphia success story that has truly brought together federal and local, military and civilian, and public and private interests, reinventing a base as a 1,200-acre, mixed-use, sustainable development. Learn first hand about issues that need to be addressed and the time frames required for a successful transfer from the military. Experience the transformation of an industrial waterfront with restricted military access to a dynamic, historic campus that integrates shipbuilding, industrial, research and office uses with public waterfront access. See how retained military functions can be integrated with private uses to leverage expanded research and development by government, institutions and the private sector. Learn why companies as diverse as Aker Shipyards, AppTec Laboratory Services and Urban Outfitters call The Navy Yard home. This is a must-see experience for anyone interested in historic preservation, public-private partnerships and urban revitalization.

Walk along Avenue of the Arts and see the richness of the arts, theatre, tourism, economic redevelopment, politics and education all within a four-block radius. We will visit the Kimmel Center, the home of the Philadelphia Orchestra; get a taste of student life at the University of the Arts; see the

Photo by Edward Savaria, Jr. ©PCVB

famous bank building from the movie "Trading Places"; and have cigars and refreshments at the 1908 jewel of Broad Street, the Ritz-Carlton. The tour will end with a 360-degree view of the skyline from atop City Hall. All this is just three blocks from the Convention Center. Europeans love the human scale of this large cosmopolitan metropolis that has one of the most walk-able downtowns to be found anywhere. Put on those walking shoes and join us to explore the best of Center City, Philadelphia.

Why did National Geographic Traveler label Philadelphia "The Next Great City"? Come explore a behind the scenes look at the city and its neighborhoods. What is

Rittenhouse Square

Philadelphia doing right and what are the exciting office, lab, residential, and retail projects? You will witness the retail resurgence fueled by the booming convention and tourist visitors and the third largest downtown residential population in the country. World renowned architects and Philadelphia's own talented pool of local designers create an exquisite blend of the old and the new, while retaining much of the historic flavor of the city. We will be exploring neighborhoods such as University City, Old City, Northern Liberties, Rittenhouse Square, Fairmount, Society Hill, and South Philly. This tour is a vital piece of continued growth for any city. Join us for a treat into the real Philadelphia.

Comcast Center ©Liberty Property Trust

Two new office towers are gracing the Philadelphia Skyline. You will be provided an insider's tour of the CIRA Centre and the Comcast Center. Liberty Property Trust is developing a tower to consolidate and provide a home for Comcast Corporation. Liberty's new development is being designed as one of the most environmentally advanced office towers in the U.S. The building will also feature a sustainable building design with the goal of achieving a LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. It will feature a public plaza and access to train and subway. The CIRA Centre is the first new tower in Philadelphia in 15 years and is being developed by Brandywine Realty Trust. It is a gateway into Center City and a landmark for University City taking advantage of railroad air rights, Keystone Opportunity Zone and world-class architecture. This tower has unrivaled transportation access and building tenants will be able to board trains for New York City and Washington D.C. without going outside. The tour will provide a breathtaking view of Boathouse Row, Center City Philadelphia, and West Philadelphia. This is the new age of office buildings-find out why business are rushing to relocate to these amazing facilities.

Photo by Edward Savaria, Jr. ©PCVB

Experience the growth of New Jersey from the best seat on the Upper Deck. A fabulous boat ride along the Delaware River will provide a fun and exceptional view of the New Jersey waterfront. Hear about the industrial and office parks that lie just beyond the banks of the river. The New Jersey Camden Waterfront is a state and federal empowerment zone. See the success stories of Campbell Soup; the newly renovated RCA Victor Building, and the Battleship USS New Jersey. You will also have a view of the renovated and expanded Aquarium. On the Philadelphia side is Penn's Landing, where the Quakers first docked their ships in Colonial times. It now contains residential, marine, retail, museums, promenades and hotels. You will also see active port facilities, which are operated by a joint port authority from both states. Come and experience the splendor of our waterways and relax for a cruise on the Delaware with exceptional door prizes. See why everyone walks away a winner when you bet on New Jersey.

Hop a bus to one of the newest baseball stadiums in the major league and get a behind the scene tour of the Phillies new home. The parks exterior combines the rich design traditions of the city along with modern style. Street level entrances lead directly to the airy main concourse and an open view to the field. With the Philadelphia city skyline as the backdrop, the new ballpark features "bowl-style" seating

Citizens Bank Park

with the playing field scooped out 23 feet below street level. The seating bowl layout is inspired by the classic plans of the Baker Bowl, home of the Phillies until 1938 and Connie Mack Stadium (formerly Shibe Park), which housed the team until 1971 when they moved into Veterans Stadium. Like Connie Mack Stadium, the upper and lower decks do not correspond exactly in plan. The cantilevered steel structure of the park allows for more open seating areas. We will be able to sit in the dug out and maybe catch a foul ball during batting practice. Come experience an afternoon at the Park.