Fans of the movie ‘Rocky’ will love this private driving tour to the filming locations from the mega-popular series of flicks. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then visit places like Mighty Mick's Boxing gym, Adrian’s pet shop and restaurant, Rocky's homes, the Italian Market and the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It’s a memorable trip every Rocky fan will want to experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
- Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
- Family friendly
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
What To Expect
Philadelphia
As with all of our private driving tours, your guide will meet you at the time and location of your choice, such as at your hotel or the train station.
• Admission Ticket Free
1818 E Tusculum St
In the heart of the Kensington neighborhood, on a side street that could easily be missed without a guide, is Rocky’s apartment from the first movie. The building and street have not changed since 1976, and you’ll be able to take a picture while stretching on the stoop just like Balboa did before his early-morning run.
• Admission Ticket Free
Mighty Micks
The building which served as the exterior of Micky Goldmill’s gym (Rocky’s home away from home) still stands. You will have the chance to walk around the building, take some pictures, and here why the director chose this location. And right across the street?….There’s the bar where the climactic Tommy Gun fight happened. A great Rocky corner!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
Also known as Father Carmine Church
– Visit the active Catholic Church in South Philly and stand outside the window where Father Carmine sends down a blessing to Rocky “….So that if I get beat up tonight, it won’t be too bad”
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Italian Market
One of America’s oldest and largest outdoor markets was the scene of Rocky’s famous montages as he trained to face Creed. Drive up the road that he ran, past the wonderful shops and fruit vendors, and past Pat’s King of Steaks, where Gazzo gave Rocky some money for expenses. Maybe even grab a steak here if time allows.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
1303 Dickinson St
Adrian’s Restaurant, The classic Italian eatery Victor Cafe serves as the setting for Rocky’s fictitious restaurant where he meets Adonis Creed and sits warily with Ivan Drago.
• Admission Ticket Free
Front Street Gym
The real life boxing gym that was used extensively in Creed. This is where Adonis’s training montage ends with the motorcycles racing around him. If the gym is open, we will take a look inside. It’s the real deal!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2313 S Lambert St
Rocky and Adrians apartment
• Admission Ticket Free
Pennsylvania Hospital
Drive past the oldest hospital in Pennsylvania, which served as the setting for the hospital that Rocky visit’s after his first bout with Creed.
• Admission Ticket Free
Philadelphia Museum of Art
The Philadelphia Museum of Art, one of the largest art museums in the United States, showcases a vast collection spanning centuries and cultures. Made famous by the iconic “Rocky” films, its front steps, known as the “Rocky Steps,” have become an iconic symbol of the city, where visitors often recreate the triumphant run made by Sylvester Stallone’s character, Rocky Balboa
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Rocky Statue
Your tour ends the way it should….with the iconic statue and steps that have defined what the Rocky films are all about. Do your best Balboa impression in front of his statue, which may be the most photographed statue in Philadelphia. Then make sure to do some stretches before running up the 72 most famous steps in the city and strike your victor’s pose! The view of the city from on top of the steps is magnificent, and your guide will be there to capture it all on your phone.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Laurel Hill Cemetery
This peaceful and scenic cemetery overlooking the Schuylkill River is the resting place of Rocky’s beloved Adrian and Paulie. Pay respects to these characters in front of the real stones that were made for the movies, and your guide will lead you to the spot where Rocky sits on his wooden chair and reflects while reading the newspaper.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Private transportation in our spacious van through neighborhoods where this iconic movie’was’filmed.
A Local expert guide who absolutely loves to talk all things Rocky
Explore iconic Rocky film locations like the statue & Rocky steps!
A donation to a charity that supports the communities where the Rocky movies were filmed.
Run in the footsteps of Rocky Balboa at the Italian Market
Exclude
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Max group – 6