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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Palestinian Restaurant Chain, Ayat, Planned For Center City Philadelphia
Ayat, the New York-based Palestinian restaurant chain, is planning to open its first Philadelphia location in Center City, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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A New Sushi Speakeasy Opens in Fishtown, Replacing a Former Sushi Bar
Sushi By Bou, the Omakase sushi restaurant that first made a name for itself in New York City, is opening its first Philadelphia location in…
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Philadelphia AI Retail Startup, Invent Analytics, Raises $17M and Doubles 2023 Revenue
Invent Analytics, a Philadelphia artificial intelligence retail startup, has raised $17 million and is seeking to double its revenue this year after doing so last…
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Philadelphia Leadership: David Oh, President and CEO, Asian American Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia
David Oh grew up in Southwest Philadelphia starting in the 1960s in a neighborhood that was predominantly white and working class at the time. However,…
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These Are Some of the New Restaurants Coming to Philadelphia in 2024
Philadelphia will soon see a large influx of new restaurants add their unique flavors to the local food scene, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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Why Philadelphia is an Ideal City For Runners
With several amazing routes, fun and frequent events, and plenty of available resources, Philadelphia is the perfect city for both seasoned runners and those who…
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Chase Bank To Open New Branch At Former Wawa Flagship Location in Center City
The former location of Wawa’s flagship location in Center City had been vacant since it chose not to reopen in 2020 due to the lasting…
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This Bowling Alley Was Voted the Best in Philadelphia
The Keystone recently did a voter’s choice survey on the top bowling alleys in Pennsylvania, and Harp & Crown was selected as the top one…
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Pearl Properties Prepares To Construct New 50-Story Apartment Tower in Rittenhouse Square
Pearl Properties is preparing to start work on a new 50-story apartment tower in Rittenhouse Square, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This…
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Wawa Pulled Out All the Stops for a 60 Anniversary Celebration Tuesday
Wawa celebrated the 60th anniversary of opening its first store (in Folsom, if you’re curious) on Tuesday, in style writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia…
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South Philly’s Ladder 11 is Back in Service After 15 Years
A decade-and-a-half after being deactivated, Ladder 11 in South Philadelphia now back in service, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. This year also marks…
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Law Firm Dilworth Paxson in Talks to Relocate From Centre Square to One Liberty Place
Dilworth Paxson, the Center City law firm, is in talks to relocate from Centre Square to One Liberty Place in a move that would reduce…
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New Pop-up Installation Advocating For Clean Slate Laws Debuts at Independence Mall
If you walk near Independence Historic National Park in Center City, it will be hard to miss a glass box about the size of a…
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U.S. Women’s Soccer Goalie Casey Murphy Gets Married At Classic Themed Wedding in Center City Philadelphia
Casey Murphy, goalie for the United States National Women’s Soccer League, officially tied the knot with fiancé Chris Mirabelli, at a wedding ceremony in Center…
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After 10 Months on the Market, Rittenhouse Square Penthouse Sells For $2 Million
A nearly century-old Rittenhouse Square penthouse with a 60-foot terrace has sold for 39 percent under its initial asking price after 10 months on the…













































