The 9 Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PA)

December 2, 2021 Almeta Stockton

One of the most historic cities in America, Philadelphia is an ideal place to spend a weekend - preferably a long one. Be sure to see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the Constitution and Declaration of Independence were signed. Both are part of Independence National Historic Park. Philadelphia also boasts some outstanding art museums, including the Rodin Museum. The Franklin Institute Science Museum is one of many area attractions honoring the life and work of Benjamin Franklin, the city's most famous ambassador. After digesting all of that history, be sure you save room for a classic Philly cheese steak sandwich.
Restaurants in Philadelphia

1. Society Hill

Philadelphia, PA 19106 +1 215-923-0210 http://www.societyhillplayhouse.org
Excellent
42%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Society Hill

A treasure of a red-brick neighborhood.

Reviewed By 27claudettec - Washington, United States

My sister and I spent three days in Philadelphia and this was one of our favorite things. The neighborhood is a step back in time with old row houses, old churches and cemeteries. The old row houses have the original plaques of the company who provided fire insurance including some from the Ben Franklin company. There are two old cemeteries that have graves of people who fought in revolutionary war and other pivotal figures in our history.

2. Old City Arts District

Philadelphia, PA 19106
Excellent
73%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Old City Arts District

A neighborhood featuring art galleries, furniture stores, boutiques and performance areas.

3. Northern Liberties

Philadelphia, PA
Excellent
50%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Northern Liberties

4. Independence Mall

Philadelphia, PA http://www.independencevisitorcenter.com/
Excellent
62%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 501 reviews

Independence Mall

Historic neighborhood in the middle of the city.

Reviewed By 907blaked - Tampa, United States

What a pleasure to see so much grass in the middle of the big city! The entire Independence National Historic Park is well laid out and easy to get from site to site. Our Sunday in November was: Breakfast across the street from the Liberty Bell at Colombe Coffee Roasters; 9am entrance to Liberty Bell (no tickets required); Independence Hall tour (10:20am tour, reserved in advance); West Wing; Congress Hall tour; Supreme Court Chamber in Old City Hall; American Philosophical Society Museum; Benjamin Franklin Museum; Franklin Court Printing Office; Lunch at National Mechanics; and Museum of the American Revolution.

5. Avenue of the Arts

S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19109-1029 +1 215-731-9668
Excellent
48%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Avenue of the Arts

6. Boathouse Row

Kelly Dr. E. Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19130 +1 215-769-9693
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 368 reviews

Boathouse Row

The best walking and biking route in the city is along the Schuylkill River. The cluster of 15 rowing clubs host a variety of rowing and running events each year.

Reviewed By MissElegance

These mostly historic boathouses are private, but there is a public place to rent boats and another for bikes or surreys. The view from Martin Luther King Dr (FKA West River Drive) is beautiful -- day or lit-up at night. Biking, hiking, driving, or picnicking along the water is lovely and can be busy but never overly crowded except on regatta days! There's an ok cafe for a beverage or snack near the bike rentals on Kelly Drive (fka East River Drive).

7. Manayunk

Philadelphia, PA http://www.manayunk.com/
Excellent
33%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 114 reviews

Manayunk

Riverside neighborhood with many shops and boutiques.

Reviewed By 910toddb - Philadelphia, United States

Main St Manayunk offers quite a variety of food venues to choose from live music movies to enjoy. Families are welcome stroll through time in this old mining town were paper mills and steel mills used to be the only thing that you could make a buck at.. Come enjoy what use OG’s called use Yunkers.

8. Philadelphia Chinatown

Philadelphia, PA
Excellent
21%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
11%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 19 reviews

Philadelphia Chinatown

9. Chestnut Hill

Philadelphia, PA 19118 http://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/welcome-chestnut-hill/
Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

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