Logan Circle

Logan square is near the Franklin institute, the free library, the academy of natural science, Moore college of art and design and many other stops that people would like to explore. It is nice for taking pictures, not much more about it, but at least it’s walking distance to all these amazing things surrounding the square.

Gorgeous architecture, scenic location, ample area for enjoyment. I can’t believe how many people use it as a public pool though. To each his or her own. I’m okay just marveling in its beauty when I’m en route to and from Center City. It’s a very nice thing to have in Philadelphia.

The scenery is very beautiful and quite relaxing. I’ve only put my feet in the water but kids seem to have fun. When you’re there, It’s easy to forget about the contents of your mind if you’re looking to take a break for a few hours.

The fountain itself is gorgeous. It’s always nice to examine the statues and what not — definitely not a simple cherub spewing out water.
During the summer, many people would wade or splash in the water, which is a quaint summer sight, haha. The water is decent, always questionable due to it being in a public space, but it does not look filthy. However, the area in which this fountain is located is pretty sketch — there are quite a few homeless people sleeping on the bench. I would most definitely not escort them off the property, it ‘s just you can tell this isn’t Rittenhouse, and it may take away from the experience. This fountain represents a good mix of what Philadelphia really is — a trying city, as in it tries to do well, but cannot shake of the problems with poverty.

Great PHL attraction! Get here and you are on the path to some amazing sites!

I went here on a day where it was over 100 degrees. The fountain could have been filled with bum pee, the blood of the innocent, or hydrochloric acid — at that temperature — I could give a shit.
I do know that the city does chlorinate the water (you can smell it), and the city does not turn people away. I think that’s fantastic.
Pull the stick out of your backside, jump in, and have some fun.

What a beautiful fountain! I had a lovely view of the square (it’s a circle, but it’s called a square. Silly Philadelphians) and Swann Fountain from my hotel room balcony and resisted the urge to climb into the fountain till my third day in Philly.
Philly is full of fountains and sculptures and this one is at the top of the list in my opinion. It’s beautiful without being too much. Well done.

Potentially the most attractive fountain I’ve ever seen. Full of people given the 90+ degree temperatures during my visit…“no swimming” signs be damned.
Great location near the art museum and featuring gorgeous architecture — a must see for any Philly visitor.

When this place isn’t swarming with screaming project babies, and north Philly Puerto Rican teenagers in tight shorts that would give any woman a nice yeast infection, it’s an awesome place to relax and watch the sun set over the Art Museum. Actually from any angle this is a beautiful fountain, especially at night when it’s all lit up. Best of all, this is the only fountain in Philly that doesn’t smell like two week old urine. I suggest you have drinks or dinner somewhere nearby with someone you like/​love/​want to have sex with, and then take a walk over to this fountain.

after walking from chinatown in the wee hours of the morning with a group of friends last year, we couldnt resist jumping around in the fountain to take a few pictures. fond memories… cute area.

This is one of my favorite fountains in philly… only thing that ruins it is of course some people using it as their pool when it’s clearly marked «no swimming». Then again that’s the norm around here. Hot day = adults/​kids in fountains. Not sure how sanitary that is but the fountain itself is nice to look at.
Add the view down the parkway leading to the art museum with all the of flags… and the other way of city hall and love park… you can’t beat it.
Plus this is right next to the four seasons and what the famous fountain restaurant is named for…

Gorgeous — but it’s a shame that there are just so many homeless around — and dogs pee in it.
Meanwhile, it’s a treasure — and now that PHS (PA Horticultural Society) is re-​planting the elm trees (they died), it will be even more special.
A Philadelphia landmark.

«Is there anything more beautiful than a beautiful, beautiful flamingo, flying across in front of a beautiful sunset? And he’s carrying a beautiful rose in his beak, and also he’s carrying a very beautiful painting with his feet. And also, you’re drunk.» — Jack Handey
This is how I feel whenever I go to the Swann Fountain. It makes me smile. It makes Logan Square the best of the 5 squares: the others being Rittenhouse, City Hall (Centre), Franklin and Washington,.

This is my favorite spot in Philly. The fountain is the best, which by default I have been calling it «Turtle Fountain» (even though it’s called Swann Fountain). Even though a million people run through it & probably pee in it every day, it’s the most relaxing feeling when you dip your feet into the cool fountain waters. It’s always a treat when the sprayers are on and the waterworks sculpture is in full force. Make sure to come on a sunny day to see a very active & playful amount of people having a fun time hanging out. And you can’t beat the view of the Art Museum, City Hall, and the Ben Franklin Parkway.

This is easily the most beautiful fountain in all of Philadelphia. It was built as a joint effort between Alexander Stirling Calder and Wilson Eyre to memorialize the founder of the Philadelphia Fountain Society.
Adapting the tradition of «river god» sculpture, Calder created large Native American figures to symbolize the area’s major local waterways: the Delaware River (a man), the Schuylkill River (a woman) and Wissahickon Creek (a girl).
There are also several sculptures of frogs, turtles, and swans to be seen inside the fountain. the square is located in between places like The Franklin Institute, The Free Library, and The Academy Of Natural Sciences. So it is the perfect place to stop and rest after a long day of sightseeing.