Washington Square, Philadelphia

Name: Washington Square
Address: Walnut Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, Philadelphia, 19106, United States
Telephone: (215) 625-2775

#191 among attractions in Philadelphia

Park, Relax in park, Historical place, Playground

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Washington Square is a 6.4 acres open-space park in Center City, Philadelphia, The southeast quadrant and one of the five original planned squares laid out on the city grid by William Penn's surveyor, Thomas Holme. It is part of both the Washington Square West and Society Hill neighborhoods. In 2005, the National Park Service took over ownership and management of Washington Square, through an easement from the City of Philadelphia. It is now part of Independence National Historical Park. ()

Built: 1683 (341 years ago)Elevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°56'49"N, 75°9'8"W

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Walnut Street between Sixth and Seventh StreetsCenter City (Washington Square West)Philadelphia 19106 United States

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(215) 625-2775

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Washington Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, American Philosophical Society, President's House.

~940 ftNE
, Museum, History museum
Independence Hall, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Independence Hall, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district, stands as a timeless monument to the birth of the United States. This Georgian-style structure, completed in 1753, served as the meeting place where the Founding Fathers debated and adopted...
~1070 ftNE
Historic symbol of American freedom
Liberty Bell, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, is housed in a dedicated museum located in the historic city of Philadelphia. Cast in 1752, this venerable relic has become a testament to the nation's enduring quest for liberty and justice.
~960 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Entertainment
American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of historic Philadelphia, the American Philosophical Society (APS) Museum is a testament to the city's rich intellectual heritage. Established in 1743 by Benjamin Franklin, the APS is one of the oldest learned societies in the United States...
~1380 ftNE
Georgian architecture, Memorial, Historical place
President's House, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The President's House in Philadelphia stands as a significant memorial to both the early history of the United States and the complex legacy of slavery in America. Located just steps away from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, this site was the executive mansion...
~1010 ftW
Cemetery
Mikveh Israel Cemetery, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Mikveh Israel Cemetery is the oldest Jewish cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, giving evidence of a settled community as early as 1740.
~870 ftNE
Georgian temporary congress building
Congress Hall, Philadelphia
5 min walk • Congress Hall, located in Philadelphia at the intersection of Chestnut and 6th Streets, served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800.
~790 ftW
Theater
Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Musical Fund Hall in Philadelphia is a landmark building of both architectural and historic significance, noted especially for the illustrious persons who have spoken or performed there.
~1050 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Walnut Street Theatre, founded in 1809 at 825 Walnut Street, on the corner of S. 9th Street in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, is the oldest operating theatre in the United States.
~120 ftW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
1 min walk • The Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier, also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, is a war memorial located within Washington Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1210 ftE
Museum, History museum
Old City Hall, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Old City Hall located at Chestnut Street at 5th Street in the Independence Hall complex of Independence National Historical Park in Center City, Philadelphia, was built in 1790–91 in the Federal style. The architect was David Evans, Jr.
~1240 ftNE
Historic portraits of early U.S. leaders
Second Bank of the United States, Philadelphia
6 min walk • The Second Bank of the United States was the second federally authorized Hamiltonian national bank in the United States. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, it was chartered from February 1816 to January 1836.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Washington Square?

Nearby attractions include Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Athenaeum of Philadelphia, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Locks Gallery, Philadelphia (2 min walk), The Curtis Center, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Washington Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Washington Square:

Bus

Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (2 min walk)
Spruce St & 6th St • Lines: 12 (4 min walk)

Metro

9th-10th & Locust • Lines: Patco (7 min walk)
8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (8 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (13 min walk)
Suburban Station (24 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (17 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (21 min walk)