McCall Gen George A School
Public · Grades K–8
Philadelphia,
PA
Washington Square West
Philadelphia,
PA
Neighborhoods
Washington Square West
Revolutionary by history, theatrical by nature
About the Neighborhood
Living in Washington Square West
Theaters, restaurants, and a historic park share the streets of Washington Square West, a walkable residential neighborhood in Center City, Philadelphia. The 13th Street corridor is a local dining hub, with popular spots like Barbuzzo, Bud & Marilyn’s, and Sampan. Cultural institutions are close at hand, including the Walnut Street Theatre, the Forrest Theatre, and the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Washington Square anchors the neighborhood’s eastern edge, with leafy walking paths and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. Historic rowhouses, convenient local dining, and central urban access complete the picture.
13th Street Restaurant Row
Theater District
Revolutionary History
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
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Walk Score
88
Bike Score
99
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Meredith William M School
Public · Grades K–8
Academy At Palumbo
Public · Grades 9–12
Independence CS
Charter · Grades K–8
Constitution High School
Public · Grades 9–12
Getting Around
Public Transit
PATCO Speedline
Rail
2nd-Lombard to Conshohocken-Monumnt (Route 40)
Bus
Columbus-Dock to 50th-Woodland (Route 12)
Bus
Whitmn Plz to 7th-Spg Grd via 9thSt (Route 47M)
Bus
Broad & Oregon to Noble & 12th (Route 45)
Bus
Whitman Plaza to 5th-Godfrey (Route 47)
Bus
11th Market to Chestnut Hill (Route 23)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Washington Square West located in Philadelphia?
Washington Square West is located in Center City Philadelphia, bordered by Market East to the north and Bella Vista to the south.
Is Washington Square West a good neighborhood to live in Philadelphia?
Washington Square West provides a residential setting that connects historic rowhomes with neighborhood dining, local shops, and tree-lined streets. Community organizations and seasonal events, including the Midtown Village Fall Festival, bring neighbors together throughout the year. Public transportation is readily accessible, with several SEPTA bus lines and nearby PATCO and Broad Street Line stations at 13th & Locust and Walnut-Locust.
What is Washington Square West, Philadelphia known for?
Washington Square West is known for its historic 19th-century architecture, Antique Row along Pine Street, and role in Philadelphia’s civic history. That character extends to 13th Street, where local restaurants, cafes, and boutiques fill the neighborhood’s preserved storefronts.
How far is Washington Square West from downtown Philadelphia?
Washington Square West is located less than 1 mile south of downtown Philadelphia.
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