Center City
Center City is the heartbeat of Philadelphia and a bustling hub of business, shopping, history, and culture.
It’s a modern metropolis, filled with skyscrapers like the Comcast Center. The skyline is a blend of old and new, a testament to the city’s growth and innovation.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Kimmel Center, and the Academy of Music are just a few of the cultural landmarks.
Amidst the urban landscape, green spaces provide a breath of fresh air. Rittenhouse Square and Logan Square are popular Center City spots for relaxation and recreation.
From high-end boutiques to bustling markets like Reading Terminal Market, there’s a shopping experience for everyone in Center City.
Explore our archive of stories about Center City’s residents, schools, and businesses below:
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Philadelphia’s 2026 Director Wants the City’s Biggest Year to Belong to Every Neighborhood
Michael Newmuis has one of the more complicated jobs in Philadelphia right now: making sure the biggest civic year the city has seen in generations…
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Popular Ice Cream in Philadelphia, One Neighborhood at a Time
Philadelphia takes its ice cream seriously. Not in a pretentious way. In the way that matters most: the city has its own style, its own…
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How to Plan a Philadelphia Food Weekend, Starting With Where You Stay
Philadelphia has spent the last few years quietly turning into one of the country’s most exciting places to eat, writes Regan Stephens for Bon Appétit. The accolades have piled…
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Embassy Suites Near Philadelphia Airport Listed for Sale As Investors Eye 2026 Event Boom
A well-known all-suite hotel steps from Philadelphia International Airport has hit the market, and the timing is no coincidence. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia…
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Philly Accounting Firm Centri Business Consulting Lands $20M to Triple in Size By 2030
A Philadelphia accounting firm with deep local roots is thinking big. Centri Business Consulting, the Center City advisory firm founded in 2011, has secured a…
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Ridley Creek State Park: The Ultimate Guide to a Summer Day Trip in Delaware County
Summer in Delaware County doesn’t always require a long drive or an expensive getaway. Sometimes the perfect escape is hiding in plain sight, just off a suburban road…
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Crystal Tea Room in Center City Secures Its Future With Finley Catering’s Long-Term Lease
The future of Philadelphia’s iconic Crystal Tea Room appears secure for decades to come, as Finley Catering has reaffirmed its commitment to the historic venue…
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Best Hidden Streets in Philadelphia: A Local’s Guide to the City’s Most Charming Blocks
Philadelphia is often celebrated for its history, sports culture, and iconic landmarks. But some of the city’s most beautiful places are the tiny streets tucked…
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These Philadelphia Breweries are Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Several Philadelphia breweries are among the thirty best craft breweries to visit in Pennsylvania, according to Food & Wine. Crime + Punishment Brewery is set…
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This Neighborhood is Making a Case for Being One of Philly’s Best Foodie Destinations
While Fishtown, Kensington, and Rittenhouse Square are known as Philadelphia’s dining hot spots, Queen Village is quickly emerging as the city’s newest food destination, writes…
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This Montco Town is the Region’s Most Explosive Dining Destination
Not long ago, the most ambitious culinary decision you could make in Conshohocken was which bar to hit first. For years, the borough’s identity was…
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Historic Boyd Theatre Marquee At Risk As Owner Seeks to Modernize Philadelphia Landmark
The Boyd Theatre has survived closure, a preservation battle, and the demolition of most of its auditorium, but now its iconic marquee may be next…
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House of the Week: Inside a Rare and Storied $2M Chestnut Hill Estate
Perched at the prestigious corner of Germantown and Chestnut Hill Avenues in Philadelphia’s beloved Chestnut Hill neighborhood, a landmark Italianate-style mansion is up for sale…
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The Best Bucks County Budget Day Trips: 7 Destinations Under $50
Bucks County has never needed a hard sell. The river towns speak for themselves. So do the canal paths, the historic downtowns, the farm-to-table lunch…
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Mapping Philadelphia Through Its Community Bars: Where Every Neighborhood Tells Its Own Story
In Philadelphia, the neighborhood bar is more than a place to grab a drink, it’s a kind of unofficial civic institution. It’s where regulars trade…
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Two Philadelphia Hotels on Michelin Guide’s First Full List of Top Places to Stay in Country
Two Philadelphia hotels made the Michelin Guide’s first full list of top accommodations nationwide and were awarded a “Key Hotel” designation in its new hotel…
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Chubb’s New $380 Million Center City Office Tower Is Redefining the Future of Office Work
Chubb’s new 348,000-square-foot tower at 2000 Arch Street represents more than just a new headquarters, but rather offers a glimpse into the future of Philadelphia’s…
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Philadelphia Hotels Not Seeing Many Bookings From World Cup Hype
Despite the hype surrounding the FIFA World Cup coming to Philadelphia, there hasn’t been much of a spike when it comes to hotel bookings in…
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