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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Wanamaker Building Could Be Headed to Auction Following Latest Court Ruling
The historic Wanamaker Building could be headed for auction after a court ruling in the foreclosure case, which sided with lender TF Cornerstone and removed…
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Philadelphia is Home to 2 of America’s Most Romantic Restaurants
Two Philadelphia restaurants are among the most romantic in the nation, according to a new ranking by OpenTable, write Max Bennett and Eric Heyl for…
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With Over $1B in Developments, Center City Sees ‘Residential Boom,’ Turns Into Mixed-Use Ecosystem
With more than $1 billion in developments, Philadelphia is enjoying a “residential boom,” notes a new Center City District report, according to a staff report…
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Bucks County Horticultural Students Ready to Wow at Philadelphia Flower Show
Bucks County horticultural students are ready to impress visitors at the 2025 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show with two innovative exhibits inspired by the theme Gardens…
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What Could Become of the Wanamaker Building Under New Ownership? Here is An Idea
After negotiations with Philadelphia-based Rubenstein Partners are complete, the iconic Wanamaker building will fully belong to Manhattan-based real estate company, TF Cornerstone, writes Jake Blumgart…
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Macy’s Set to Close Store Inside Iconic Center City Building in March
Macy’s recently announced plans to close its 435,000-square-foot store inside Philadelphia’s historic Wanamaker building this coming March, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Ten Thousand Villages Shop Closing End of March in Media Borough
The fair trade gift shop Ten Thousand Villages is closing in Media Borough, one of 13 stores, to focus more on online sales and to…
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Philadelphia Fifth on Zillow’s 2025 Hot Real Estate Markets List
Philadelphia’s real estate market is now the fifth-hottest nationwide, according to recently released Zillow’s list of 10 Hottest Real Estate Markets in the U.S. for…
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Mitchell & Ness Nears Deal to Move Flagship Store in Center City
Mitchell & Ness, the vintage sports apparel retailer, is in the process of likely moving its flagship Center City store to the other side of…
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Philadelphia’s Thriving Restaurant Scene Poised to Grow and Evolve with Numerous New Openings in 2025
Philadelphia’s already thriving restaurant scene is poised to grow and further evolve with dozens of new openings scheduled for 2025, writes Emma Dooling for the…
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Recently Built Home on the Coveted Delancey Place Hits Market for $4.6M
A rare opportunity awaits buyers on Philadelphia’s most coveted street as a newly built home on Delancey Place has recently hit the market for $4.6…
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World-Renown New Hope Wood-Turning Master Mark Sfirri Enjoys First Solo Museum Exhibition
Bucks County artist Mark Sfirri is enjoying his first solo museum exhibition, La Famiglia, at the Museum for Art in Wood in Philadelphia’s Center City,…
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Philadelphia Residents Invited to Help Shape Future of Roosevelt Boulevard
Philadelphia city transportation planners, PennDOT, and SEPTA are asking residents to help them decide how to revamp Roosevelt Boulevard and SEPTA service on its corridor,…
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Pat Burrell’s Former Center City Penthouse Sells For Well-Under Original Asking Price, Two Years Later
The Center City penthouse that former Philadelphia Phillies star Pat Burrell previously owned has been sold to a local Philadelphia couple for $2.65 million. It…
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Philadelphia Shatters Tourism Records in Summer 2024, Driven by Major Events and International Travel
Philadelphia’s summer of 2024 was one for the record books. Thanks to a combination of major events, a thriving hospitality sector, and expanded international travel…
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This Souderton Company is Honored with 2024 Family-Owned Business Award
Asher’s Chocolate has evolved significantly since its founding in 1892, but still maintains its family legacy. Lisa Dukart highlights the company named a 2024 family-owned…
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Essential Local SEO Tips to Boost Your Philadelphia Business’s Visibility
Philadelphia businesses are discovering that standing out online is just as crucial as attracting foot traffic on the streets of Center City. With the rise…
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Have a $1 Million House Budget? Here’s What It Can Get You in Philadelphia
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…
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