Regional Profiles - Northeast - Welcome to Philadelphia
Kendra and Courtney Fretz (OD), Contributing Writer
Issue date: 2/23/09 Section: Features
To the east of the Avenue of the Arts are the Washington Square West, Society Hill, and Old City neighborhoods. These areas are part of Center City East and have a more historic character.
The Washington Square West is less congested than Rittenhouse. The surrounding area is home to young professionals and graduate students. The quaint alleys, too small for any vehicles, will remind you of the City's history. The neighborhood is home to Antique Row, coffee shops, and brick sidewalks. One big plus is that you can walk easily to almost anywhere in Center City.
The Society Hill neighborhood is the older, more refined version of Washington Square. It has the largest collection of authentic colonial houses, and is a beautiful and quiet district. After Rittenhouse Square, this is the most expensive housing in the City.
The Old City neighborhood is the hippest neighborhood, full of boutiques, restaurants, bars, and clubs. Tourists gravitate here because of the numerous historic sites. (The Liberty Bell, Declaration of Independence.) Old factories have been converted into lofts with views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge. Car owners will prefer to pay for monthly parking as street parking can be difficult.
If you prefer to drive, the city has an affordable permit system for street parking. For the green-friendly, the public transit system and car share system is extensive.
Philadelphians are a lively bunch and take great pride in their city and sport teams. Welcome to the City of Brotherly Love!
The Washington Square West is less congested than Rittenhouse. The surrounding area is home to young professionals and graduate students. The quaint alleys, too small for any vehicles, will remind you of the City's history. The neighborhood is home to Antique Row, coffee shops, and brick sidewalks. One big plus is that you can walk easily to almost anywhere in Center City.
The Society Hill neighborhood is the older, more refined version of Washington Square. It has the largest collection of authentic colonial houses, and is a beautiful and quiet district. After Rittenhouse Square, this is the most expensive housing in the City.
The Old City neighborhood is the hippest neighborhood, full of boutiques, restaurants, bars, and clubs. Tourists gravitate here because of the numerous historic sites. (The Liberty Bell, Declaration of Independence.) Old factories have been converted into lofts with views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge. Car owners will prefer to pay for monthly parking as street parking can be difficult.
If you prefer to drive, the city has an affordable permit system for street parking. For the green-friendly, the public transit system and car share system is extensive.
Philadelphians are a lively bunch and take great pride in their city and sport teams. Welcome to the City of Brotherly Love!
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