The Rocky Statue

Yay I am a big fan of the statue, but wish I got to see it more and touch it. There are a lot of people there, but the problem is there is a guy and his wife that wants to take a picture with the statue for tips. I know they are starving and homeless, but still makes me feel uncomfortable and you just want to get the picture and leave :(

It’s a little disappointing since its at the base of the steps and not the top. Still, I had to make the run from Penns Landing to see it. Box checked.

Seeing the statue is a great reminder of the Rocky movie series. Over the years it has been moved around the city and hopefully it will stay put in an area where everyone can have the opportunity to see and touch the statue.
With the new Creed movie was made that will create a new interest in the Rocky franchise and hopefully bring the next generation of Creed followers and insure that the franchise continues for years to come

How can you give this anything less than five starts?! It’s Rocky! I promptly then went and ran up the steps!

It’s a Philly tradition to see the Rocky statue at the Art Museum. Unfortunately, they have moved it to the bottom of the steps off to the right hand side. I wish they would have left it up at the top of the steps like the movie. It’s always fun to run up the steps and do the Rocky cheer!

A must visit if you’re a Rocky fan like our fam! However, noticed there were vagabonds making the experience less than memorable for the visitors. Don’t give the scammers selling unlicensed Rocky goods, pushers for tips for taking your pics, and Rocky look alike wanting $ 10 a pic when it should be whatever you want to donate a $ 1 or more. The world famous Rocky statue should be a place of reverent, not for people trying to scam tourists for a buck. The city should really do something about this travesty! But because it’s The Champ, can’t give it less than 5 stars.

I mean, if you already did the Rocky steps up the Philadelphia Museum of Art, you might as well come and take a picture with the statute of the man who made those steps famous.
When I came here, there was a dude who offered to take a picture of you with the statute, but then you’d have to pay him, so beware of that. I mean, that’s why you got your selfie stick, right?! Save a couple bucks and put that bad boy to good use!

We only had a few hours to play tourist before our flight back to LA, so we hired a driver to take us to the touristy spots. This iconic movie location, the Rocky (Balboa) steps was one of them, and at the bottom of the steps is this iconic statue.
We came here on a cold February Wednesday morning around 10:30 am. We had the steps to ourselves, as well as the Rocky statue, and took at many photos as we wanted.
They were doing construction or ground work, so the statue had mesh around it, but you can still get close to it for photos. Check mark… off the bucket list and onto the next tourist stop!

This was a traditional tourist spot but there was a gentleman there that offered to take our picture. He wanted $ 20 but I gave him $ 10. He did several different poses and was relatively quick. We didn’t have to wait long. After we finished, a huge line formed, so we hit the spot at just the right time.

One of the most well-​known person from Philly is not even a real person. Like the Santa Claus of boxing movies, the Rocky statue has endured the test of time and culture to become immortalized in metal among other named statues in Philadelphia who actually existed in real life.
Though it used to grace the top of the «Rocky Stairs», in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, it now has a less prominent, though still very popular spot for tourists and locals alike to pose like their favorite superhero of yesteryear.
There’s been debate whether or not this is art or if it should be considered strictly as a movie prop (which I tend to lean more towards) but whatever your flavor is, I for one am glad it doesn’t have a permanent spot inside the actual museum.
It’s a nice cultural toy and makes for a nice photo op with a bunch of Asian giving their best Rocky pose (or peace sign).
You’ll get hassled by people wanting to take your money by telling you that they could take the photo for you but they are in no means in charge of anything so if possible, could be ignored (though not so easily).
If you love Rocky, Santa, and unicorns, this is a great place for you to visit this one and only (well, one of two actually) Rocky replica in the metal. Otherwise, you might want to run up the Rocky Stairs right into the museum.
Parking: Free 2-​hour parking along Kelly Dr in front of the Boathouse Row or pay the $ 12+ on-​site parking.

Nice spot.
1) It is a must visit landmark if you are in Philly.
2) Take a picture.
3) Enjoy the area.
4) It is free.

When I went to the Philadelphia Marathon a few years ago I couldn’t avoid this site! We each had our picture taken with the Rocky Statue.
We didn’t have the time to visit the museum. Seeing Rocky was a tourist thing to do. We did have a purpose for being in Philly after all! This opportunity came along by accident! Fun experience. Rocky is so cool! So is grandma in her younger days!
One time peak experience. I doubt I would do it again. I’ll keep the peak memory!

The Rocky Statue is one of my favorite touristy statues of all time! A trip to Philadelphia is not complete without stopping by to see Rocky Balboa!
Yes, Philadelphia is very historic. Yes, Philadelphia makes awesome Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches. When I think of Philadelphia, though, Rocky always seems to come to mind first. Be kind to yourself and say «Hi» to Rocky. He’s not going to hurt you!

Very popular tourist spot. It’s a little hidden on the north side of the bottom of the steps, so don’t walk all the way up and be disappointed like many of the tourists I saw. Still, you need to run up the steps. You just need to.

When in Philadelphia, it’s a must do to run up the infamous steps that Rocky Balboa ran up in the movie. There is even a statue of him at the bottom of the steps. Once you get to the top, you are treated to an amazing view of the city. It’s beautiful with a calming sensation away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The architecture reminds you of the courtyards in France with sidewalks lined with trees. There are sculptures surrounding the area with historical context.
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Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s a very mean and nasty place, and I don’t care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done! Now, if you know what you’re worth, then go out and get what you’re worth. But you gotta be willing to take the hits, and not pointing fingers saying you ain’t where you wanna be because of him, or her, or anybody. Cowards do that and that ain’t you. You’re better than that!-Rocky Balboa.
Sorry got caught up in the moment. I am a boxing aficionado and have watched all of the Rocky movies. The statue is right in front of the museum of art. You make a small line to take a picture: CAUTION– there’s a group of guys there «friendly» selling shirts and offering to take a pic for you in exchange for a small tip. Sorry but I was afraid they would ran off with my phone so I had a friend of mine take my pic. :-)

Don’t let life change your goals… because achieving your goals can change your life… rocky! Don’t worry rocky I ran those steps like a monster! Haha
Why is it not art? Because of the subject? A sculpture is art… so a sculpture of Sylvester Stallone… is still art!
Regardless… It’s at the base of the Art Museum steps… off to the right if you’re facing the steps… You can park inside of Eakins Oval there and walk across the street… enjoyyyy

When «Hatsune Miku» can perform on sold-​out concerts across the world, «Rocky» can have his own statue.
A must-​do in Philadelphia, and something that makes you smile sarcastic whilst being kind of enthusiastic at the same time. Also you should climb the stairs to walk fill Rocky’s shoe prints, to have the full experience. It’s there, it’s free and for the kids of the 60’s and 70’s, it has this element of nostalgia. So give Rocky 10 minutes of your time when you’re in Philly.

I think we have all seen at least one of the Rocky movies. The statue here immortalizes a great American movie.
Did I pose with the statue? Of course! Were my arms up in the air like his? Heck yeah! I’ll be the first to admit that I am a total tourist when it comes to these things. I love it and eat it up. I know I’m not the only one with the line of people doing the same things I did.
The statue is just half of the attraction. The steps rocky ran up are just to the right leading up to the museum of art. That’s where I headed next! See you at the top!

«Getting strong now…
won’t be long now…
Gonna fly now…
flying high now…
gonna fly, fly, fly…»
The Rocky statue (as the movies) has become a treasured piece of Americana. So what if it’s a little touristy! So what if it’s a little cheesy! So what if you have to stand in line to take a picture with the statue of a fictional character! It’s the American way!
Don’t forget to run up the stairs to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, humming the Rocky theme song. At the top, throw your hands up, and do a victory dance… because you are a WINNER!