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Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood Guide

Discover Things to Do Near Center City

Philadelphia combines urban glamour and excitement with the charm and character of an intimate residential neighborhood. Once the nation’s capital, this city offers colonial history, buzzworthy new restaurants, beautiful green squares, and charming cobblestone streets. AKA Rittenhouse Square is located in the heart of it, directly across the street from its namesake park, which was the jewel of William Penn’s original plan for the city. From here you’ll easily be able to explore the famous cultural institutions, bustling business centers, high-end shopping, gourmet dining, and celebrated bars that make this city such a favorite.

    Where to Eat in Rittenhouse Square

    Home to celebrated chefs, nationally acclaimed restaurants, and local favorites, Philadelphia boasts one of the nation’s most exciting culinary scenes. Start your culinary tour at a.kitchen, our own sleek, contemporary American restaurant. Its bistro spirit is reflected in a versatile menu that offers innovative small plates and traditional dishes.  When you’re ready to venture off the property for something sweet, we recommend Gran Caffe L'Aquila, an award-winning restaurant known for its gelato and Italian culture. We also recommend the intimate upscale setting of Friday Saturday Sunday, which serves an indulgent eight course menu with seasonally-inspired ingredients.

    a.kitchen + bar

    135 S. 18th Street

    Vernick Food & Drink 

    2031 Walnut St

    Friday Saturday Sunday

    261 South 21st Street

    Gran Caffe L'Aquila

    1716 Chestnut Street

    Parc Brasserie

    227 S 18th Street

    Laser Wolf 

    1301 N Howard St

    The Dandelion

    124 S 18th Street

    The Love

    130 S 18th Street

    Scarpetta

    210 W Rittenhouse Square

    Bar Bombon

    138 S 18th Street

    Melograno

    2012 Sansom St

    Veda

    1920 Chestnut St

    Abe Fisher

    1623 Sansom Street

    Shopping in Rittenhouse Square

    Conveniently located in the city’s premier shopping district, AKA Rittenhouse Square sits just steps from the celebrated shopping of Walnut Street. Here you’ll find a great selection of luxury and boutique brands including Vince, Theory, Glossier, and many more! You can also browse the latest electronics and home goods at premium boutiques such as the Apple Store and L'Occitane en Provence.

    Apple Store

    1607 Walnut Street

    L’Occitane en Provence

    1606 Walnut Street

    Rittenhouse Farmers Market

    1800 Walnut Street

    Glossier
    1716 Walnut Street

    Gorjana

    1630 Walnut St

    Rag & Bone

    1601 Walnut St

    Vince

    1701 Walnut St

    Allbirds

    1709 Walnut St

    MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES

    The property is located close to many of the city’s most notable cultural centers. Not only will you be near the iconic steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art (featured in the classic 1976 film “Rocky”), but the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Franklin Institute, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and the Barnes Foundation are all just a few minutes away.

    Philadelphia Museum of Art

    2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

    118-128 N. Broad Street

    Rodin Museum

    2151 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy

    The Franklin Institute

    222 N 20th St

    Local Activities and Points of Interest

    AKA Rittenhouse Square
    135 South 18th Street, Pennsylvania, 19103, USA
    Phone: 215.825.7000

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