Old City

Welcome to Old City Philadelphia – the neighborhood known as America’s most historic square mile. You will discover and get involved in this charming, creative, multi-layered neighborhood. Discover Old City’s historic sites, dine in a wide variety of restaurants and pubs, enjoy a theater or music performance and shop in our many fashion boutiques, art galleries and design showrooms.

Boundaries of Old City

The boundaries are Spring Garden street, 4th street, the Delaware River, and Walnut street.

Public Transportation in Old City

• Rail Line
  • Market Frankfort Line
  • PATCO
  • Riverline Light Rail
  • Regional Rail
  • Broad Street Subway
• Buses
  • 21 bus
  • 25 bus
  • 33 bus
  • 47M bus
  • 42 bus
  • 57 bus
  • 48 bus
  • 17 bus
  • 47 bus

Public Spaces in Old City

• Girard Fountain Park @ 325 Arch street
• Race Street Pier @ Race street & N Columbus Blvd

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