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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Insomnia Cookies Plans to Have 1,800 Opened U.S. Stores in Next 10 Years
Insomnia Cookies recently celebrated the opening of its 300th outlet, marking just the latest of several future milestones, writes Mark Faithfull for Forbes. The Philadelphia-based…
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Center City Restaurants, Retailers Are Booming Thanks to Rise of Downtown Residential Population
The rise of Center City shoppers shifting from office workers to downtown residents has led to a boom in restaurant and retail businesses, writes Jake…
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Two Philadelphia Hotels on Michelin Guide’s First Full List of Top Places to Stay in Country
Two Philadelphia hotels made the Michelin Guide’s first full list of top accommodations nationwide and were awarded a “Key Hotel” designation in its new hotel…
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Washington Square West is Now Philadelphia’s Newest Historic District
On Friday, September 13, the Philadelphia Historical Commission voted to make Washington Square West a historic district with a unanimous 9-0 with one abstention, writes…
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FMC Logistics Shutting Down, Laying Off 121 Employees
Quakertown-based FMC Logistics, an Amazon delivery partner, is shutting down at the end of October and laying off 121 employees, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia…
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SEPTA Reducing Remote Work for Office Employees
SEPTA will reduce the number of remote work days for its nonunion administrative workers from November 4, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According…
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American Airlines Announces New 2025 Summer Routes from Philadelphia, Reinvests in Successful 2024 Routes
American Airlines has released its summer 2025 schedule with continued investment in Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) as an East Coast gateway for travelers from Europe. …
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DelVal-Connected Artist’s Mosaic on Display at National Constitution Center During First Presidential Debate
A mosaic celebrating the signing of our Constitution, “We the People,” will be on display when the first presidential debate of 2024 takes place tonight…
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Eat Like a Local in Philadelphia
No trip to Philadelphia is complete without trying a cheesesteak, the city’s trademark sandwich. But there’s so much more to the city’s diverse dining scene.…
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Joel Embiid Puts Society Hill Penthouse Up For Sale
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is selling his luxury penthouse in Society Hill for $5.5 million, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Embiid’s condo on the…
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Center City Office Buildings Keep Selling at Steep Discounts
Five Center City office buildings that changed hands in the last two months have sold for a combined total of $151 million less than their…
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USA TODAY Names Philadelphia ‘Most Walkable City to Visit’ for Second Consecutive Year
For the second consecutive year, Philadelphia has been voted the “Most Walkable City to Visit” in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest. Walkability is a…
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These Popular Takeout Windows in Philadelphia Are Guaranteed Not to Disappoint
Whether you are in the mood for fried chicken sandwiches, cheesesteaks, donuts, or ice cream, Philadelphia is full of takeout windows that are guaranteed to…
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Wanamaker Building Could Be Purchased By New York City Firm After Acquiring Portion of Its Debt
New York real estate firm TF Cornerstone bought a majority of the debt on the Wanamaker building and is now taking part in negotiations to…
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Philadelphia is the Most Walkable City in the United States
USA Today has compiled a list of the 10 best walkable cities for tourists in the United States, and Philadelphia was atop the list for…
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4 Philadelphia Museums Make USA TODAY’s 10Best List
USA TODAY has named four Philadelphia museums to its “10Best” list of museums, writes Damon C. Williams for Philly Burbs. Readers and the voting public…
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Stop By This Center City Cocktail Bar For a Brunch Party This Summer
Assembly Rooftop Lounge, the Center City cocktail bar inside the The Logan Philadelphia, is throwing several brunch parties this summer, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC…
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Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane Continues to Grow, Plans to Open Center City Office
Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane is continuing its rapid growth and plans to open a Center City office at One Logan Square to supplement its relatively new…
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