What's Old City like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Old City, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Travellers like this walkable neighbourhood for its museums. Nature lovers can visit Independence Mall and Independence National Historical Park. There's plenty more to see, including Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross House.
How to get to Old City
Flying to:
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Old City
- Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Old City
- Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from Old City
Getting to Old City on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- 2nd St. Station
- 5th St. Station
Things to see and do in and around Old City
What to see in Old City
- Elfreth's Alley
- Betsy Ross House
- Benjamin Franklin Bridge
- Independence Mall
- Independence National Historical Park
Things to do in Old City
- Museum of the American Revolution
- Penn's Landing
- Cherry Street Pier
- Arden Theater Company
- National Museum of American Jewish History
Other popular Old City attractions
- Historic Arch Street Meeting House
- Christ Church
- Blue Cross RiverRink
- National Liberty Museum
- Philadelphia's Gay Bingo