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Elfreth’s Alley

  • Elfreth's Alley in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, showing cobblestone pavement, Colonial-era brick rowhomes, and historic flags on a quiet morning.
    Tourism

    Best Hidden Streets in Philadelphia: A Local’s Guide to the City’s Most Charming Blocks

    June 1, 2026

    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…

  • The historic old city in Philadelphia, Elfreth's Alley, referred to as the nation's oldest residential street.
    Community

    In Philadelphia’s Oldest Residential Street, 18th Century Homes Remain Occupied and Nearly Unchanged

    January 22, 2026

    Elfreth’s Alley, a small cobblestone street between Second and Front streets in Old City, appears nearly unchanged, still retaining the look it had when most…

  • Dolly Ottey Park rendering.
    Parks and recreation

    To Honor Resident’s Legacy, Community Rallies for Dolly Ottey Park in Old City

    December 4, 2025

    Community groups are raising funds for a new park located near one of the most iconic streets in Philadelphia that will honor the legacy of…

  • People enjoying the holiday market.
    Retail

    Shop Local and Find the Perfect Gifts at These Neighborhood Holiday Events

    December 9, 2024

    This holiday season, you can support local small businesses and discover the perfect gifts at neighborhood events throughout the city, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia…

  • Rows of brownstone apartment buildings.
    Real Estate

    Have a $1 Million House Budget? Here’s What It Can Get You in Philadelphia

    November 2, 2024

    As home prices continue to rise across the Greater Philadelphia region, having a seven-digit budget isn’t getting you as far as it would in the…

  • Inside a guestroom in The Gas Lamp Hotel.
    Tourism

    Philadelphia’s Newest Boutique Hotel, The Gas Lamp, Offers Historic Charm and Modern Luxury

    October 10, 2024

    The Gas Lamp Hotel, Philadelphia’s newest boutique accommodation, has recently opened its doors in a historic building in Old City, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC…

  • Philadelphia landscape.
    Travel

    Philadelphia is One of the Most Affordable Places to Travel in the U.S.

    June 13, 2024

    Finding affordable places to travel in the United States can be difficult. When planning a trip, the expenses that go along with booking the flight…

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