The Philadelphia Marathon is an annual marathon held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, featuring a scenic course through historic neighborhoods and landmarks, attracting runners from around the world. It is widely recognized for its fast, flat course and enthusiastic crowds.
             
           
                
                    Course Terrain 
                
                
                    The course features mostly flat urban terrain with brief rolling sections. Runners pass through Center City, Fairmount Park, along the Schuylkill River, and past famous sites like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. The route is on paved city streets and park roads.
                 
            
            
                
                    Elevation Changes 
                
                
                    The course is renowned for its generally flat profile, with a few gentle rolling hills, particularly in the Fairmount Park section and near the Schuylkill River. The minimal elevation changes make it a popular race for personal records and Boston Marathon qualifying times.