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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Vinyl, Philly’s New Live Music Venue, Night Club, & Cocktail Bar Starts Spinning in Center City
Once you step into Vinyl, a new music venue and bar in Center City, you are welcomed by a well-executed…
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Wall Street Journal: Philadelphia Lags Behind Most Major U.S. Cities in the Return-to-office Race
Philadelphia continues to lag behind most major cities in the United States in the return-to-office race, granting the City of…
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Three Philadelphia Watering Holes Are Among Pennsylvania’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars
Pennsylvania is home to many speakeasies and secret bars that recall a period in the nation’s history when all bars…
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Philadelphia Magazine’s Best New, Not-to-be-Missed Philadelphia Restaurants
If you are looking to try something new and delicious, Philadelphia’s dining scene has several excellent fresh options that stand…
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Kennett Square Welcomes Ground Provisions, a One Stop Shop for Groceries and Dining
Kennett Square is welcoming two new eateries that offer up American fare. James Beard finalists Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby…
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Two Center City Philadelphia Taverns Among Esquire’s 2023 Best Bars in America
Two popular Center City spots have found their place on Esquire magazine’s list of the best bars in America for…
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The Landing Kitchen in Bala Cynwyd Has Some of the Best BLTs in Philadelphia
Many local connoisseurs of the BLT say that the heirloom tomato is the essential ingredient for a juicy sandwich, writes…
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Washington Post: Historic Human Remains Create Ethics Clash at Mütter Museum
Body parts from the 19th century exhibited at the Mütter Museum on 22nd Street in Center City have become the…
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Phoenixville Native Uses Drone to Scan Philadelphia’s Hidden Beauty
Chris Hytha, a 26-year-old Phoenixville native, fell in love with the Philadelphia skyline in middle school during a family visit…
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Jefferson Abington Hospital’s ECMO Team Saves Life of Local Nurse
Jenna Gresko, a registered nurse in the surgical ICU at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Center City never expected to…
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A New Casual Italian BYOB Comes to Ardmore with Quiet Flair
Villa Artigiano Ristorante, a casual Italian BYOB, opened quietly in Ardmore two months ago after eight months of renovations, writes…
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Philadelphia’s ‘Museum Doctor’ Is Remembered for Passion for Historic Buildings
Peter Saylor, a Philadelphia architect and civic leader, recently passed away at the age of 81. He is remembered for…
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Piscataway Firm Buys Two Bala Cynwyd Office Buildings, Attracted by Area’s ‘Churn’ and ‘Excitement’
A New Jersey real estate firm is building its presence in Bala Cynwyd. Piscataway-based Norden Realty Investments purchased two three-story buildings:…
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Center City’s Economy is Recovering, But Some Areas Are Still Not Back to Pre-pandemic Levels
Thanks to its mix of residential, office, retail, medical, and entertainment buildings, Center City’s economy has been successfully recovering from…
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Couple Who Met, Got Engaged at McGillin’s Olde Ale House in Philadelphia Will Tie Knot in Ireland
An Irish American couple who first met and then got engaged at Philadelphia’s McGillin’s Olde Ale House will tie the…
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See How Philadelphia Ranked Among Large Cities Based on Downtown Pandemic Recovery
Philadelphia ranked in the lower part of the list among 31 large cities based on how quickly their downtowns surged…
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Ardmore’s Dan Hilferty, New Chair of Comcast Spectacor, Wants to Keep Sixers in South Philly
Despite the Sixers’ push to build an arena in the heart of Center City, Ardmore’s Daniel Hilferty, the new chairman…
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Montco-Trained Chef Beats Addiction, Takes Things One Day at a Time in New Philadelphia Café
Chef Kevin Hart learned much of his craft working in the Montgomery County food-service industry. When his career was upended…
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