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Woodford Mansion

11 Reviews

#176 of 469 things to do in Philadelphia

Architectural Buildings, Speciality Museums, Museums, Sights & Landmarks

33rd & Dauphin Streets, East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19132

+1 215-229-6115

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“Dignified Philadelphia Historic Mansion”

Take a step back into Colonial history and tour this elegant Philadelphia mansion. This was the... read more

Reviewed 21 January 2017

Tetor22

Southampton, Pennsylvania

“unique collection”

For its reputation and that of Fairmount Park, Woodford Mansion is located in an unsettling area... read more

Reviewed 25 July 2016

Sheridan S

Chicago, Illinois

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21 Jan 2017

“Dignified Philadelphia Historic Mansion”

25 Jul 2016

“unique collection”

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33rd & Dauphin Streets, East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19132

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Tetor22

Southampton, Pennsylvania

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Reviewed 21 January 2017

Dignified Philadelphia Historic Mansion

Take a step back into Colonial history and tour this elegant Philadelphia mansion. This was the original home of the Coleman's; then it became home to the Loyalist and traitor Frank family. Josh, our guide, was so well-informed and articulate, that we came away with...More

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Sheridan S

Chicago, Illinois

10626

Reviewed 25 July 2016

unique collection

For its reputation and that of Fairmount Park, Woodford Mansion is located in an unsettling area that is largely slum-like for want of a better description. I walked in the wrong direction initially and it was very unsettling. I finally got to Woodford and had...More

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lizakq

Naguabo

15644

Reviewed 22 March 2016 via mobile

Beatiful!

A beutiful mansion with a lot of history. It's a guided tour and ours happen to be very knowledgeable. The admission price is 8$ per adult wich I found reasonable. We spend a lil over an hour here. You can take pictures inside wich for...More

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Rosa_Thorns

Wilds of New Jersey

7275

Reviewed 5 August 2015

Charming property in Fairmount Park

This is a beautiful house furnished with many period pieces. It is the guide, Eric though who is worth his weight in gold. Knowledgeable, personable, and passionate about history, Eric kept us engaged throughout the tour and I was shocked to return to my car...More

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ANNAMARGARET B

PORT ALLEGANY

526184

Reviewed 12 May 2015

Allow enough time for the tour guide to share his love of the place

We set our GPS to 33rd and Dauphin, parked free on the street, saw Fairmount park on our left, followed the signs and found this great Georgian summer house furnished in a rich collection of Queen Anne furniture, Delftware, art and other treasures. This was...More

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ilivennj

Union, New Jersey

601251

Reviewed 21 January 2015

Well Worth A Visit - Excellent Tour Guide

We visited this historic home on Saturday1/23/15 and arrived at 3:30 pm. Since they close at 4:00, we were afraid that we might not be able to take the tour . . . but we were wrong. After ringing the bell, we were greeted by...More

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Peggy C

Feasterville, Pennsylvania

2912

Reviewed 15 April 2014

Worth the effort to find it!!

The GPS sent us to the wrong place but it we got directions from some baseball players & were very glad we did!! Our warm & friendly guide, Eric, is also the caretaker and his pride in the mansion & it's collection showed. He did...More

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jehenson81

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Reviewed 24 January 2014

Great Historic House and Helpful Guide

My GPS really didn't me to find this delightful old mansion, but after giving the house a call, the guide on duty was able to get me there in the poring rain. Once in the house, I was so happy I had found it. The...More

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luvroma2

Reading, PA

15414098

Reviewed 7 December 2013

Holiday House tour

Although this mansion is open throughout the year, I would suggest trying to visit during the holiday house tour which is generally held Thursday - Sunday, the first two weeks in December. There are six Fairmount Park mansions decorated by volunteer garden clubs, who do...More

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34AnneK34

Willingboro, New Jersey

10157

Reviewed 24 October 2013

Historic Gem in Fairmount Park

With only one other review for Woodford Mansion, we didn't really know what to expect... but we were thrilled with what we found! We were the only ones there (on my Birthday) and the guide made it a very personal experience, showing us "behind the...More