Water lovers — after something a little more adventurous than swimming? Slip into your swimsuit and learn some new skills at Boathouse Row.

You'll have no end of sightseeing choices when spending time in West Philadelphia. Boathouse Row is a good place to kick off here, but there are lots of other fine spots to experience. Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, and University of Pennsylvania are not far from the water activities complex and will top off your day nicely.

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