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Philadelphia Streets, Squares and Neighbourhoods

Philadelphia attractions: historical quarters and trendy squares



Streets, Squares and Neighbourhoods


Copper Point

Located along the Delaware River, the Cooper Point neighborhood is adjacent to the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and Camden, New Jersey. Adventurous visitors can swim with the sharks and barracudas in the Shark Realm attraction at nearby Adventure...

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1 Fairhill

The Fairhill neighborhood in Northern Philadelphia is home to an impressive cemetery over 300 years old, known for the famous people buried there, including abolitionist Lucretia Mott.  That is why Fairhill Cemetery on the...

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2 Fishtown

Those who want to experience the working-class feel of Philadelphia should stop in the neighborhood which was at one point thought to be named Fishtown by writer Charles Dickens who visited Fishtown in the...

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3 Gray's Ferry

Gray’s Ferry became the namesake of the area because it was on the banks of the Schuylkill River and an important crossing by...

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4 Mantua

The Mantua neighborhood restaurants in West Philadelphia offer an eclectic mix of dining cuisine including Cuban, American, Mexican and Asian, among others.  For the rum drink of your choice, Cuba Libre offers the largest...

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5 Penn's Landing

Penn's Landing along the Delaware River is an historic waterfront recreational area for outdoor concert enthusiasts during the summer months.  An impressive statue marks the significance and replica of William Penn,...

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6 Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse square is a gorgeous and romantic spot alive with history, people and popular trendy restaurants and shops.  Named after astronomer/clockmaker David Rittenhouse back in the early 1800s, the park in the heart...

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Address: 1801 Walnut Street
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University Town

Like a sparkling jewel aimed at the sky, the $180 million Cira Centre in University Town is eye candy inside and out.  The 29-story prism of reflective glass is a uniquely-designed addition to the Philadelphia skyline and is a...

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7 Walnut Hill

Start your day at the Brown Sugar Bakery and Café and indulge in their currant rolls or one of their wraps.  Don’t forget to try their Coconut Cake or Black Cake soaked in Rum among other freshly-baked goodies. ...

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