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Camden is a city of about 71,000 people on the Delaware River directly across from Philadelphia, connected by the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Once a major industrial center, home to RCA Victor and the New York Shipbuilding yards, it is now best known to visitors for its lively waterfront attractions and its literary history as the final home of poet Walt Whitman.
The Camden Waterfront is the city's main draw, with the Adventure Aquarium and its sharks and hippos, the Battleship New Jersey museum, one of the most decorated battleships in U.S. history, and the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion for big summer concerts. Riverfront paths offer some of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline.
The Walt Whitman House, where the poet lived his last years, is a state historic site, and Whitman is buried in nearby Harleigh Cemetery. Cooper River Park is a popular spot for rowing and picnics, the Cooper Grant neighborhood has historic rowhouses near Rutgers-Camden, and Donkey's Place is famous for its cheesesteaks on a poppy-seed roll.
Large aquarium on the Camden waterfront with a walk-through shark tunnel, hippos, penguins, sea turtles and a big touch tank. It is one of the region's top family attractions. Buy timed tickets online and arrive early on weekends; plan about three hours.
Iowa-class battleship that served from World War II to the Gulf War, now a museum ship moored on the Camden waterfront. Tours go through turrets, berthing decks and the bridge. Wear sturdy shoes, as ladders are steep; overnight encampments are offered for groups.
Modest home on Mickle Boulevard where poet Walt Whitman lived from 1884 until his death in 1892, the only house he ever owned. Guided tours show his furniture, letters and personal items. It is a National Historic Landmark; check opening days, as hours are limited.
Peaceful rural-style cemetery founded in the 1880s, best known for the granite tomb that Walt Whitman designed for himself, set into a wooded hillside. Literary fans come to pay respects. The grounds are open during the day; ask at the office for directions to the tomb.
Georgian brick house from the 18th century, home of the Camden County Historical Society, with period rooms, a museum and a library on local history. It shows how wealthy Quaker families lived in colonial South Jersey. Check opening days, as hours are limited.
Former Victor Talking Machine Company building whose tower holds giant stained-glass windows of Nipper, the dog listening to a gramophone, famous from the RCA Victor logo. It is now an apartment building. Look up at the tower from the waterfront, best at night when lit.
Suspension bridge over the Delaware River linking Camden and Philadelphia, the world's longest suspension span when it opened in 1926. A pedestrian walkway offers great views of both cities. The walkway has set hours; enter on the Camden side near the Rutgers campus.
Redeveloped riverfront with the aquarium, the battleship, an outdoor concert venue, new offices and a promenade facing the Philadelphia skyline. It is busiest on summer weekends and concert nights. Ride the seasonal RiverLink Ferry across the river to Penn's Landing.
Small historic neighborhood near the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and the Rutgers-Camden campus, with restored 19th-century rowhouses, community gardens and quiet streets. It is a good short walk between the bridge and the waterfront. Enjoy it in daylight and stay on main streets.
Riverfront park and marina on the Delaware with a promenade, lawns and benches looking straight at the Philadelphia skyline. It hosts festivals and fireworks views in summer. It is a calm spot for a walk between the aquarium and the battleship; parking is in nearby lots.
Large outdoor amphitheater on the Camden waterfront with covered seats and a lawn, hosting major concerts from spring to fall. It is one of the main summer music venues for the Philadelphia area. Arrive early, use the official lots and check the bag policy before you go.
Neighborhood tavern open since the 1940s, famous for its cheesesteaks served on a poppy-seed kaiser roll with heaps of fried onions. It is a no-frills local spot with a loyal following. Expect lines at lunch, bring cash just in case, and check hours before going.
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