The Walk
The Walk is a shared practice of exploring Philadelphia from its edges.
Walk Around Philadelphia is a collective, participatory project that invites people to experience the city by walking its perimeter — not all at once, and not alone.
Moving along the city’s borders together, we explore overlooked landscapes, connect with new neighbors, and develop a shared understanding of the city shaped by its margins.
Three Ways to orient yourself:
A plain-language introduction to the project — what it is, what it isn’t, and how it takes shape.
The values, questions, and perspectives that guide this work, and why walking the city’s edges matters.
What participation actually looks like, from pace and group size to flexibility and facilitation.
Care, Safety and access
Care is foundational to how the Walk unfolds. Safety, accessibility, and consent are shared practices shaped by the people who walk together, the places we move through, and the needs participants bring with them.
For more detail, we invite you to explore:
“It was such a formative experience, bonding over some five hours and 10 miles with folks from all kinds of diverse backgrounds (age, gender, ethnicity, education, etc.) that I immediately signed up for two more segments!”
Practical questions
If you’re wondering about mileage, time commitment, cost, preparation, or whether this is a good fit for you, we’ve gathered common questions in one place.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions:
Are you ready to join us?
You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. Many people start by joining a single walk, reading a few stories, or staying connected until the timing feels right.