Adventure Aquarium

Walk aboard a vessel that earned more commendations than perhaps any other warship in American naval history, and you're stepping into something far more immersive than a typical museum experience. Winter visits bring a particular quietness to the decks—the chill off the water adds an almost contemplative quality as you navigate through BB62's corridors and compartments. Rather than observing history from behind glass, you become part of the story itself. Sit in Admiral Halsey's command chair, bunk down where crews once rested between shifts, and squeeze into the 16-inch gun turrets to grasp how ammunition moved through the firing sequence. The ship hosts guided explorations, special events, and overnight stays that transform this retired battleship into an extraordinarily hands-on journey through naval warfare and maritime life.

Bring the kids across the Delaware to this four-acre wonderland where horticulture transforms into pure imagination. Winter visits here hit differently—the bare branches reveal hidden pathways, frost glistens on the garden beds, and the riverside air carries that crisp clarity that makes exploration feel almost adventurous. You'll find yourself wandering through spaces designed entirely around how children learn and play through nature, with plenty of hands-on growing opportunities that spark creativity. The location puts you steps away from the Adventure Aquarium, Battleship New Jersey, Susquehanna Bank Center, and Riversharks Baseball, making it easy to build a full day of activities. Getting here is refreshingly simple—hop the RiverLink Ferry from Penn's Landing, take the PATCO High Speedline, or catch the River Line train and you're there.