TNO 2010
Dynamical and Physical properties of Trans-Neptunian Objects
June 27 – July 1, 2010
Local Transportation/Visitor Information
Local Transit
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) operates rail, subway, trolley and bus service throughout the region. Fares on the subways, trolleys, and buses are $2.00. Tokens, good for one ride (with transfers between subways and trolleys at some stations), can be purchased for $1.45 from vending machines at 13th, 15th, 30th, City Hall, and Walnut-Locust Stations [see system map and Center City transit map]. Day passes are available. Weekly TransPasses for unlimited subway, trolley and bus travel are for sale at 30th St., Suburban, and Market East Rail Stations for $20.75, but are valid for Mondays through Sundays only. However, they are valid on the R1 Airport line as well, so they may be worth while depending on your travel needs.
Travel to Philadelphia
Driving
We recommend against driving to the conference unless necessary. Philadelphia is a very walkable city with decent
public transit, and the conference venue and hotels are in the heart of Center City. Parking can be expensive, and
unless you have other business in the area, it is very unlikely you will need a car once you arrive.
Amtrak
Amtrak offers service to Central Philadelphia from Washington D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York, Boston, Virginia, Delaware, and all points in between. All trains arrive at 30th Street Station in Central Philadelphia. If going directly to the conference venue, it is a short 5 minute walk [directions]. Otherwise, there is a taxi stand on 29th Street outside the station [see station map] to get to your hotel. If you prefer to walk, it is about 20 minutes (1 mile) to both the Radisson Warwick [directions] and the Marriott Courtyard [directions]. One may also take the SEPTA Market-Frankford Subway Line or the Subway-Surface Trolleys to the Marriott Courtyard [directions]. If taking the Market-Frankford (Blue) Line, take the train heading Eastbound to Frankford. If taking the Subway-Surface (Green) Line, take the Eastbound Line to Center City. There are 5 Green Line routes (10, 11, 13, 34, and 36), all of which will take you to 13th and Juniper Station.
Air Travel
Philadelphia International Airport offers non-stop service from all major cities in the United States and many European cities as well, and one-stop service from most cities in Asia. Philadelphia is served by the following airlines:
- Air Jamaica
- Air Canada
- Air France
- Air Tran Airways
- America West
- American Eagle
- American Airlines
- British Airways
- Charter
- Continental
- Continental Express
- Delta Air Lines
- Delta Connection
- Frontier Airlines
- Lufthansa
- Midwest Airlines
- United Express
- US Airways
- US Airways (Int'l)
- US Airways Express
- USA 3000
- Northwest Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- United Airlines
Alternatively, Newark International Airport is about 90 miles from Philadelphia. There is an Amtrak Station at the airport, which is accessible via the Newark Airport AirTrain.
Transportation to and from the Airport
Rental Cars
Philadelphia is a very walkable city, and the hotels are very close to the conference venue. Because parking is expensive and the Philadelphia Parking Authority is notorious for its efficiency in writing parking tickets, we recommend against renting a car. However, if a rental car is needed, see the "Rental Car" page of the Philadelphia International Airport.
Taxis
Taxis to Center City cost a flat rate of $28.50 (plus tip). Taxis can be found outside of the baggage claim at all terminals.
Regional Rail
SEPTA operates rail service between the Airport and Center City (the R1 Airport Line, [see map]. When traveling from the Airport to Center City, tickets must be purchased from the conductor after you board the train. Tell the conductor you are going to Center City, the fare will be $7.00. When taking the train from Center City to the Airport, it is recommended to purchase tickets in the station. The fare is $6.00 when purchased at the station, $7.00 if purchased on board the train. Trains depart the station every 30 minutes between 5:00 AM and midnight [see schedule for weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays]. There is a train station at every terminal except terminal F [see terminal map]. If you arrive at Terminal F you will have to walk to Terminal E. Follow the signs that say "Trains to Central Philadelphia" to get to the nearest station. You can get to the stations from the concourses to baggage claim, or from baggage claim directly (cross the street outside baggage claim toward the terminal). There are two platforms at each station, and you may board from either one.
Regional Rail to the College of Physicians
Take the Airport train (R1) to 30th Street Station. Exit to Market Street, go left across the river to 22nd Street, and take a right. The College is a half block down the street on the left [see map].
Regional Rail to the Radisson Warwick
Take the Airport train (R1) to Suburban Station. Take the stairs or escalator to the Concourse Level. Follow the signs to the 17th Street exit. Take the elevator or the stairs to street level. Turn around and walk to the corner, and take a left on 17th Street. The Radisson Warwick is on the right after passing four traffic lights [see map].
Regional Rail to the Marriott Courtyard
Take the Airport train (R1) to Market East Station. Go toward the rear of the train to the elevator at the end of the platform. The sign over the elevator will say "Exit to 12th Street". Take the elevator to street level and exit the station. Take a left on Filbert Street, and walk two blocks. The hotel is on the left [see map].
Note: There are three Marriott hotels within a block of the station. The Marriott Downtown will be on your left as you walk down Filbert between 12th and 13th. This is not the hotel you want. Do not follow the signs in the station to the Marriott or you will end up in the Marriott Downtown.
Directions between Hotels and Conference Venue
It is a fairly short walk between the hotels and the College of Physicians (directions are given below). If transportation is needed, please contact the conference organizers (tno-info@tno.swri.org) and arrangements will be made.
Radisson Warwick
It is a 12 minute walk between the Radisson Warwick and the College of Physicians [directions]. There is a shortcut across Rittenhouse Square which could not be shown on the maps, but it's simple to find. Public transit is not so convenient, but you may take a bus (routes 9, 12, 21, or 42, [see map] from 17th and Walnut to 22nd and Walnut, and then walk the 2 blocks to the College. For the return trip, route 12 from 22nd and Chestnut goes right past the hotel at 17th and Locust, or take route 9, 21 or 42 from 22nd and Chestnut to 17th and Chestnut and walk the two blocks to the hotel.
Marriott Courtyard
It is a 17 minute walk from the Marriott Courtyard to the College [directions]. One may also take the SEPTA Subway-Surface Trolleys [directions]
Philadelphia Visitor Information
Philadelphia, a dynamic place where big city excitement meets
hometown charm, awaits your arrival. Famous as the
birthplace of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, the cradle of
liberty offers much more than cobblestone
streets and historical landmarks. Cultural, culinary, artistic and
ethnic treasures abound in this city and its
surrounding countryside. The fifth-largest city in the country,
Philadelphia is a welcoming place, a city based on
freedom of expression.
New and one-of-a-kind attractions, a wealth of art and culture, renowned performing arts companies, awe-inspiring architecture, a walkable downtown, seemingly endless shopping (with no tax on clothes) and a restaurant renaissance that has caught the world's attention all promise to create an unforgettable Philadelphia experience.
And, of course, the greatest concentration of American history can be found just blocks away at Independence National Historical Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.
Best of all, Philadelphia's compact downtown places all of this and so much more within a short walk or cab ride from the conference hotels.
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