Is there anything unique about South Philadelphia, PA?

Ice hockey in south philadelphia?

• I have been with my boyfriend for almost 5 years & his 21st birthday is next weekened, and I wanted to get him something special. He loves ice hockey and has been playing it for years. I wanted to see if there were any ice hockey rinks/leagues I could get him into. This all has to be in or around South Philadelphia, PA or maybe a short ride to jersey. There is really nothing else he wants for his birthday, so I am a little confused. Unless there are any other ideas, I am open to anything. thanks

• Answer:

  The closest rink is probably Aston IceWorks. They have leagues at every level available. It is a quick run down 95 South to the 452 exit, 2 miles on 452 and turn right on Duttons Mill Road. That is closer than any of the rinks located over in NJ. It's about 10-15 minutes from the Broad Street exit on 95. University of Penn (Class of '23 Rink) might be another option. They run a men's league but do not have as many level options available as some of the privately owned rinks. Heading North on 95, you have the Flyers SkateZone Northeast Philly. That's much further than IceWorks though.