Rocky II Filming Locations
Independence Hall
(Philadelphia) Located in “Center City”, downtown Philly, Independence Hall is often referred to as the birthplace of America, but we like to think of it as the place where Rocky jumped the park bench.
The Philadelphia Zoo
Take ‘er to da zoo. Or propose to her here, in front of Mr. Tiger’s cage. Even if you’re not ready to propose, the Philly Zoo is an amazing place to visit, and one of the most popular in the city.
Mighty Mick’s Gym
(Philadelphia) It’s Mickey Goldmill’s grungy gym near the pet shop, the spot where Rocky trains – and loses his locker.
St. Thomas Aquinas Church
(Philadelphia) This quiet Catholic church served as the setting of Rocky and Adrian’s quiet wedding. Ain’t that Father somethin’?
Main Street Gym
(Los Angeles) L.A.’s historic gym was utilized as the interior of Mighty Mick’s during the filming of Rocky.
J&M Tropical Fish
(Philadelphia) Adrian’s pet shop – literally just a few steps away from Mighty Mick’s – has gotten dingier with the years. It was, for years, a real pet shop, but was closed in the mid 2000’s.
Rittenhouse Square
(Philadelphia) The park that Adrian and Rocky walk through after finding out they’re going to have a baby.
Rocky & Adrian’s House in Rocky II
(Philadelphia) “Nice steps.” This is the house Rocky and Adrian buy in Rocky II just after their wedding.
Rocky II Philadelphia Hospital
Following his battle with Apollo Creed, Rocky is taken by ambulance to the Philadelphia Hospital emergency room entrance on Spruce Street.
“Take You Back” Street Corners
(Philadelphia) The corner where Frank Stallone and the boys sing “Take You Back”, and later “Two Kinds of Love” in Rocky II.
Trans Am Car Dealership
(Philadelphia) Can he drive? He’s one of the greats! This tiny spot downtown is where Rocky bought his Trans Am.
The Italian Market
(Philadelphia) Rocky’s morning workout trails right through the middle of the famed Italian Market, and most recently, it’s where we saw the champ buy fresh groceries for his restaurant.
Bonwit Teller & Co.
(Philadelphia) The exterior of this Philadelphia department store branch was seen in Rocky II, however Bonwit Teller is no longer in residence.
Rocky II Hospital Outpatient Building
When Rocky leaves the hospital, he’s met with his agent trying to get a signature for a commercial job outside the Outpatient building.
Rocky II Hospital Chapel
Rocky and Mickey stay and pray in this hospital’s chapel while Adrian is in a coma following the birth of Rocky Jr.
Rocky II Chicken Chase
“If you can catch dis thing, you can catch greased lightning,” Mickey tells Rocky as he chases a chicken during his training.
“The Rocky Steps” – The Philadelphia Museum of Art
(Philadelphia) There is not a single more iconic location for die-hard fans. Plus, the bronze Rocky statue lives here, too!
The Spectrum Arena
(Philadelphia) Rocky and Apollo’s first battle took place at this historic arena, which was demolished in 2011.
Where Was Rocky 2 Filmed? Explore Every Rocky II Filming Location
Rocky II takes fans right back to the heart of Philadelphia, revisiting many of the same legendary spots from the original film. From the gritty streets where Rocky trained to the famous Rocky Steps, this sequel brings us deeper into the fighter’s world as he prepares for his rematch against Apollo Creed.
Just like in the first film, Philly serves as more than just a backdrop—it’s part of the story. The Italian Stallion retraces his steps, hitting the same gym, running the same streets, and of course, conquering the Art Museum steps once again—this time with an army of kids behind him. If you’re looking to visit the Rocky 2 filming locations, you’ll find plenty of familiar spots, plus a few new ones that cement this sequel’s place in Rocky history.