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126 Elfreth's Alley

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126 Elfreth's Alley

Building · Old City ·
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America’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street is free to stroll anytime. The alley’s nonprofit hosts occasional free First Friday events; Lonely Planet and local guides consistently recommend a visit.

https://www.elfrethsalley.org/museum-hours
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America's oldest continuously inhabited residential street.

oldest residential street
historic landmark
colonial era design
cobblestone street
historic homes
well maintained
take pictures
people live here
Yelp Rating
4.4
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126 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

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Information

America's oldest continuously inhabited residential street.

oldest residential street
historic landmark
colonial era design
cobblestone street
historic homes
well maintained
take pictures
people live here
Yelp Rating
4.4
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126 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

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