Old City, PA

Philadelphia

National Museum of American Jewish History showing signage and a statue or sculpture
National Museum of American Jewish History showing signage and a statue or sculpture
National Museum of American Jewish History featuring street scenes and a city as well as an individual male
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City Hall Philadelphia, PA; Shutterstock ID 387268015

Popular places to visit



Other neighborhoods around Old City

Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park.  Confirmed as UNESCO cultural site in 1979.

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Society Hill

Known for its abundant dining options and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. Top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.

Society Hill
Philadelphia City Skyline

Northern Liberties

While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Northern Liberties
Reading Terminal Market featuring interior views, markets and signage

Market East

Enjoy the popular shops in Market East. Reading Terminal Market is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of Philadelphia.

Market East
Liberty Bell Center showcases historic bell against Philadelphia skyline and architecture

Center City

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Boasting a dense downtown area, Center City offers a plethora of restaurants, bars, and cultural institutions like Kimmel Center and Academy of Music. Explore Penn's Landing, Old City, or the medical Mütter Museum, and enjoy convenient transport options.

Center City
The Theatre of Life - one of my favorite murals in Philly! Mural Arts Philadelphia is the nation's largest public art program and has helped Philadelphia earn the title the "City of  Murals."

Washington Square West

While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Washington Square West


Old City, PA