Philadelphia’s Rocky Statue
The Rocky Statue Rocky. He is a character that embodies everything that Philadelphia is. He is a champion who has seen his fair share of failure. He is flawed, but…
Notice the jacket of the guy taking the photo. “San Francisco Always Faithful.” Ironic.
Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesThe Rocky Statue
Rocky. He is a character that embodies everything that Philadelphia is. He is a champion who has seen his fair share of failure. He is flawed, but persistent in his quest for perfection. He is a fighter. He is the underdog. He is blue-collar and gritty and will not take no for an answer. He has a big heart and is vulnerable - which only makes him stronger.
The Rocky statue stands at the base of the steps of the Museum of Art in Philadelphia. The steps he famously ran up in his gray sweatsuit, knit beanie, and black Chuck Taylors. The same steps to which fans flock to recreate that empowering moment.
The History
According to Visit Philly, the statue was created in 1980 for a scene in the movie Rocky III. After which, Sylvester Stallone donated it to the City of Philadelphia. In 2006 the statue was placed at the base of those famous steps, and since then, it has become one of Philly's most famous pieces of art and most visited attractions. Taking a photo with the Italian Stallion is absolutely free, as is the climb up to the Art Museum, but keep in mind there are 72 steps and they aren't going to climb themselves.
The Store
If you have a Rocky fan in your life, the best gift is the gift of the champ. At the time of publication, there is a modular store set up at the base of the Art Museum Steps. It is where you can buy officially licensed gear; and we are talking about everything from the satin robe to boxing shorts. Fans of the movie call it The Rocky Shop, but it's official name according to the Philadelphia Visitors Center, is the Parkway Outpost. It is a great opportunity for visitors to learn more about our great city, buy their favorite Philly-centric merchandise, and passes to other Philly attractions.
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Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesThe Rocky statue is seen outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art on January 28, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesNotice the jacket of the guy taking the photo. "San Francisco Always Faithful." Ironic.
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Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesThrongs of fans gather to take their photo with the Rocky statue outside the Art Museum.
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Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesEagles Fans take photos with the Rocky Statue. The statue is wearing an Eagles jersey!
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Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 28: Visitors pose with the Rocky statue outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art on January 28, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Mitchell Leff/Getty Images for NASCAR(L-R) JJ Yeley, Kaz Grala, Dylan Lupton, Daniel Hemric, and Jeffrey Earnhardt pose for a picture in front of the Rocky Statue during the 3rd Annual NASCAR Xfinity Philadelphia Takeover on May 8, 2018.
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Don Murray/Getty ImagesJon Bon Jovi (L) and Former Eagles QB Ron Jaworski (R) film a segment for television behind the Rocky statue at a rally to announce the Philadelphia Soul as the newest team in the Arena Football League September 23, 2003. Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Heather Locklear, Former Eagles QB Ron Jaworski, Gov. Ed Rendell and Mayor John Street attended the rally to formally announce the Soul as the city's new AFL team.
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Mitchell Leff/Getty ImagesThe Aviva Premiership Rugby Trophy rests in front of the Rocky Balboa statue on September 14, 2017.
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Patrick McDermott/Getty ImagesA runners poses for a picture next to the Rocky Statue during the 2019 Humana Rock n Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon on September 15, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Mitchell Leff/Getty ImagesRunners pose for a picture in front of the Rocky statue after finishing the 10k during day 1 of the Rock 'n' Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon on September 15, 2018.
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William Thomas Cain/Getty Images for MGMThe Rocky statue rests in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art at the afterparty for the Philadelphia premiere of Rocky Balboa December 18, 2006.
