Best Walkable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA

The City of Brotherly Love is home to many iconic landmarks, including the famous "LOVE" sculpture by Robert Indiana. You'll also find monuments dating back to the Revolutionary War like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. With a Walk Score rating of 75, the city is very walkable making it possible to visit these and many other popular Philadelphia locations without a car. Center West, Avenue of the Arts South and Rittenhouse Square are just a few of the neighborhoods considered walker's paradises in Philadelphia. Whether you live and work in the city or are just visiting, it's easy to get around the city on foot.

Avenue of the Arts South

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The Avenue of the Arts South neighborhood in Philadelphia has a Walk Score of 99, making it the most walkable part of the city. Leave your car at home and walk to a variety of nearby cultural activities.

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Rittenhouse

99 / 100

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With a Walk Score of 99, the Rittenhouse Square community is the second most walkable part of Philadelphia. You can get to many places on foot, including restaurants, a retail shopping district, and a park.

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Washington Square West

99 / 100

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The Washington Square West section of Philadelphia has a Walk Score of 99. Rainbow street signs mark the roads in this neighborhood that is easy to get around on foot. You can walk to a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars from anywhere in the community.

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Center City West

99 / 100

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The fourth most walkable district in Philadelphia is Center City West with a Walk Score of 99. This walker’s paradise has hundreds of restaurants, coffee shops and bars, most within walking distance from anywhere in the neighborhood.

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Center City East

98 / 100

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The fifth most walkable area of Philadelphia is Center City East with a Walk Score of 98. You can walk to a variety of places in this neighborhood, including the Talula Gardens, the Walnut Street Theatre, and much more.

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Fitler Square

97 / 100

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With a Walk Score of 97, the Fitler Square community in Philadelphia is the sixth most walkable area in Philadelphia. Leave your car at home and enjoy walking to some of the attractions, such as the bronze turtle sculptures and Victorian-style water fountain.

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Bella Vista-Southwark

97 / 100

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The Bella Vista-Southwark neighborhood in Philadelphia has a Walk Score of 97. Some of the places where you can get to on foot include the 9th Street Italian Market, restaurants, and bars.

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Graduate Hospital

95 / 100

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The Graduate Hospital community in Philadelphia has a Walk Score of 95, making it the eighth most walkable area in the city. Residents and visitors of this community with an urban vibe enjoy walking to the many parks, restaurants, and bars.

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Logan Square

95 / 100

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The Logan Square neighborhood in Philadelphia has a Walk Score of 95. Walk around this charming historic area and visit museums, the Barnes Foundation, and the popular LOVE sculpture.

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Northern Liberties-Fishtown

94 / 100

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The tenth most walkable section in Philadelphia is Northern Liberties-Fishtown with a Walk Score of 94. Locals and visitors enjoy this laid-back, hipster community rich with art, food, and music.

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