Philadelphia,
PA

Old City

Philadelphia,
PA
Neighborhoods

Old City

Founding Fathers, first-class dining, and a few centuries of character

About the Neighborhood

Living in Old City

Old City is a historic neighborhood along the Delaware River in eastern Philadelphia, with a distinct mix of colonial history, local dining, artistic venues, and central urban convenience. A bustling dining scene stretches along Chestnut and Market streets, with popular local spots such as Fork, Amada, and Forsythia. Residents can easily access iconic landmarks and cultural institutions, including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Museum of the American Revolution, and the Arden Theatre Company. On the neighborhood’s edge, Franklin Square adds public green space, featuring Center City’s only miniature golf course alongside its historic 1838 fountain.
Colonial Architecture
Revolutionary Landmarks
Historic Art Galleries
Local Scene

Neighborhood Favorites

Community

What Neighbors Say

This vibrant, historical neighborhood is close to the Delaware River waterfront and Penn’s Landing. You can stroll the lovely streets to enjoy plenty of shopping and dining. There is always something to see and do, including art galleries, bookshops, cafes, historical parks, and landmark buildings.
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Real Estate

Market Overview

Expert Guidance

Your Local Agents

Dean Pailas
Redfin Principal Agent
Elizabeth Tumasz
Redfin Agent
Andrew Black
Redfin Principal Agent
Livability

Walk, Bike & Transit

90

Walk Score

79

Bike Score

100

Transit Score
Education
Getting Around

Public Transit

Frankford TC to 69th St TC (MFL)
Rail
NRG Station to Fern Rock TC (BSL)
Rail
PATCO Speedline (PATCO)
Rail
Front-Market to 27th-Allegheny (Route 48)
Bus
Penns Landing to 69th St TC (Route 21)
Bus
Penns Landing to Wycombe or61stPine (Route 42)
Bus
Front-Mkt to 20-Johnston/Broad-Pat (Route 17)
Bus
Questions

Frequently Asked

Old City is located in eastern Philadelphia, bordered by the Delaware River to the east and Society Hill to the south.
Old City is a vibrant neighborhood that blends America’s colonial history with modern dining, arts, and urban living. Local restaurants, galleries, and historic landmarks host events that bring residents together throughout the year. Convenient public transportation includes SEPTA bus routes and Market-Frankford Line subway stations at 2nd Street and 5th Street/Independence Hall.
Old City is recongized for its American Revolution history, cobblestone streets, and iconic sites like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. That history carries over to Chestnut and Market streets, where local shops, restaurants, and art galleries line the blocks.
Old City is located less than 1 mile east of downtown Philadelphia.
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