South Philly Guidebook

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South Philly Guidebook

Neighborhoods

The best of Philly! A little bit artsy, a little bit grungy, a little bit bougie, a little bit hood, and a little bit metropolitan. Great restaurants and bars and very family friendly.
11 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Southwest Center City
11 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The best of Philly! A little bit artsy, a little bit grungy, a little bit bougie, a little bit hood, and a little bit metropolitan. Great restaurants and bars and very family friendly.
The 'Park Avenue' of Philadelphia. Gourmet restaurants, fancy hotels, and bustling traffic. It's the priciest real estate in town and only about a 5 minute walk from our home!
620 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Rittenhouse Square
135 S 18th St
620 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The 'Park Avenue' of Philadelphia. Gourmet restaurants, fancy hotels, and bustling traffic. It's the priciest real estate in town and only about a 5 minute walk from our home!
One of the most vibrant parts of the city, full of art, music, and the occasional block party
74 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
South Street
South Street
74 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
One of the most vibrant parts of the city, full of art, music, and the occasional block party

Food scene

Not really authentic Mexican but good enough. Cheap tacos and beer!
15 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Tio Flores
1600 South St
15 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Not really authentic Mexican but good enough. Cheap tacos and beer!
Great atmosphere, friendly staff.
30 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The Cambridge
1508 South St
30 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Great atmosphere, friendly staff.
Best bar in the neighborhood! Our "Cheers"
48 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The Continental Restaurant and Martini Bar
138 Market St
48 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Best bar in the neighborhood! Our "Cheers"
Top-end steakhouse with a NY atmosphere.
52 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Barclay Prime
237 S 18th St
52 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Top-end steakhouse with a NY atmosphere.

Brunch

Ever want to have tea at high noon while listening to classical music? You don't have to fly to London, you can go here instead!
34 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Lacroix Restaurant at The Rittenhouse
210 W Rittenhouse Square
34 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Ever want to have tea at high noon while listening to classical music? You don't have to fly to London, you can go here instead!

Sightseeing

Book a boat tour of the city!
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Spirit of Philadelphia
401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
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Book a boat tour of the city!
Great views, peaceful walk, great exercise.
52 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Schuylkill River Trail
Schuylkill River Trail
52 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Great views, peaceful walk, great exercise.

Consejos sobre la ciudad

Viajar solo

Local "Bus Fare Scam"

Walking around you may run into people who say they lost their wallet and only need $5 to $20 to catch a bus. Ignore these people. They are always there and always have the same story. Many of them aren't even homeless.
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South Street

Our place is near 16th and South. South Street is one of the most vibrant and historic parts of Philly. If you're down for a walk, head east down to the 3rd and South area (about 15 minute walk). There you'll find tons of arts, culture, music, and libations! It's definitely one of the most vibrant parts of the city.