Philadelphia's bustling heart, Center City blends skyscrapers and historic sites, like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed. Impressionist art at the Barnes Foundation and science exhibits at the Franklin Institute are among dozens of premier museum collections. A thriving dining scene surrounds leafy Rittenhouse Square, while foodies shop Reading Terminal Market.
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"When Philadelphians say Center City, they mean downtown. It encompasses an area so big that it has sub-neighborhoods like Old City, Chinatown, and the Gayborhood. Philadelphia’s most iconic sites, like LOVE Park and the Liberty Bell, are located here. Center City has a little bit of everything: historical landmarks, concert halls along Avenue of the Arts, public art, museums, and an active nightlife. Though large, it’s easily navigable thanks to maps and signposts on major street corners." - MATADOR_NETWORK
"When Philadelphians say Center City, they mean downtown. It encompasses an area so big that it has sub-neighborhoods like Old City, Chinatown, and the Gayborhood. Philadelphia’s most iconic sites, like LOVE Park and the Liberty Bell, are located here. Center City has a little bit of everything: historical landmarks, concert halls along Avenue of the Arts, public art, museums, and an active nightlife. Though large, it’s easily navigable thanks to maps and signposts on major street corners." - MATADOR_NETWORK