Graduate Hospital

Though the large medical institution that gave this south-of-Center City swath its name is no longer in operation, Graduate Hospital — or “G-Ho,” to fans of brevity — has solidified a reputation independent of its common moniker.

South Street West is the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare; it’s clean, well-lit and extremely pedestrian-friendly thanks to a vibrant entrepreneurial energy coming from the neighborhood’s restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and more.

Characterized by a mix of single-family homes new and old and thriving places of worship, it’s a remarkably kid-friendly place (just look at the stroller-filled sidewalks), but Graduate Hospital also has the distinction of possessing some of the best neighborhood bars in the area, from long-running institutions to gastropubby newcomers.

Boundaries of Graduate Hospital

The boundaries are South Street to Washington Avenue, Broad street to Grays Ferry Avenue.

Public Transportation in Graduate Hospital

• Rail Lines
  • Broad Street Subway
  • Regional Rail
  • Patco
• Buses
  • 7 bus
  • 17 bus
  • 12 bus
  • 40 bus

Public Spaces in Graduate Hospital

Here are just some of the public spaces you can enjoy:

• Julian Abele Park @ 22nd street between Montrose and Carpenter streets
• Marian Anderson Park @ 740 S 17th street

To learn more about this great area, check out Visit Philadelphia’s neighborhood guide for Graduate Hospital.