Graffiti Pier
The unofficial home of graffiti in Philadelphia - a disused pier going out 250 meters into the Delaware featuring a raised railway and countless graffed up columns at ground level beneath it.
Graffiti pier Nick
Pier 18 is Philadelphia’s unsanctioned street art museum. The site was abandoned by Conrail in 1991 and now the former anthracite coal-loading pier is a must visit for fans of outdoor art.
Formerly this pier was part of Reading Railroad’s Port Richmond Yards and while still officially private property, the park has some well worn pathways and thousands of pictures on Instagram to prove you’re not the first to visit.
However, get off the beaten path though and this area is one is definitely for explorers.
Know Before You Go
Wear closed-toed shoes. Go during daylight hours.
Order Atlas Obscura: Wild Life Today!
Venture into nature's unseen realms with our new book Wild Life. Explore hidden ecosystems & discover incredible species.
Order Now!
Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders.
Like us on Facebook to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders.
Follow us on Twitter Like us on Facebook