Northern Liberties, Philadelphia

Name: Northern Liberties
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#242 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Northern Liberties is a neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Prior to its incorporation into Philadelphia in 1854, it was among the top 10 largest cities in the U.S. in every census from 1790 to 1850. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 39°57'54"N, 75°8'31"W

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Center City (Northern Liberties)Philadelphia United States

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Northern Liberties – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Franklin Music Hall, Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Arch Street Theatre.

0.6 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Franklin Music Hall, Philadelphia
15 min walk • Franklin Music Hall is a beacon of live entertainment nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic lineup of performances, this theatre has become a staple in the city's cultural landscape.
0.5 miSW
Former home of the storied author
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, Philadelphia
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia lies the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, a museum dedicated to one of America's most iconic and enigmatic literary figures. This historic site is where the master of macabre lived from 1843 to 1844 and penned some of his...
0.8 miS
Historic span with a panoramic walkway
Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia
20 min walk • The Benjamin Franklin Bridge, originally named the Delaware River Bridge and known locally as the Ben Franklin Bridge, is a suspension bridge across the Delaware River connecting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Camden, New Jersey.
1.1 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Arch Street Theatre, Philadelphia
28 min walk • The Arch Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during the 19th century, was one of the three main Philadelphia theaters for plays; the other two were the Walnut Street Theatre and the Chestnut Street Theatre.
0.7 miS
Church, Romanesque architecture, Historical place
St. Augustine Church, Philadelphia
18 min walk • St. Augustine Catholic Church, also called Olde St. Augustine's, is a historic Catholic church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Consecrated in 1848, the Palladian-style church was designed by Napoleon LeBrun. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places...
0.7 miE
Park, William Penn
Penn Treaty Park, Philadelphia
18 min walk • Penn Treaty Park is a small park on the western bank of the Delaware River, in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is located on Beach Street, near its intersection with Delaware Avenue.
0.7 miS
Museum, Theater, Art gallery
Painted Bride Art Center, Philadelphia
18 min walk • The Painted Bride Art Center, sometimes referred to informally as The Bride, is a non-profit artist-centered performance space and gallery particularly oriented to presenting the work of local Philadelphia artists, which presents dance, jazz, world, folk and electronic music...
1.1 miNW
Theater, Italianate architecture
Edwin Forrest House, Philadelphia
29 min walk • The Edwin Forrest House is a historic house and arts building at 1346 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Built in 1853–54, it was from 1880 until 1960 home to the Philadelphia School of Design for Women, at one time one of the nation's largest art schools for women.
0.5 miW
Church
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Philadelphia
12 min walk • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Ukrainian Catholic cathedral located in the Poplar neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the seat for the Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
0.7 miS
Theater
Cabaret Red Light, Philadelphia
17 min walk • Cabaret Red Light was a theater group based in Philadelphia that performed vaudeville, burlesque, spoken word and puppet theater, set to original music by The Blazing Cherries. In their first season, between November 2008 and July 2009, Cabaret Red Light staged the series "The Seven Deadly Sins".
0.8 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Union Transfer, Philadelphia
20 min walk • Union Transfer is a music venue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The venue opened as a joint venture between The Bowery Presents and R5 Productions. Union Transfer first opened to the public on September 21, 2011.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Northern Liberties?

Nearby attractions include St. John's Church, Philadelphia (5 min walk), Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Philadelphia (7 min walk), St. Andrew's Cathedral, Philadelphia (7 min walk), Olde Kensington, Philadelphia (8 min walk).

How to get to Northern Liberties by public transport?

The nearest stations to Northern Liberties:

Metro

Spring Garden • Lines: Mfl (9 min walk)
Girard • Lines: Mfl (12 min walk)

Tram

Girard Avenue & 3rd Street • Lines: 15 (9 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Philadelphia Market Street • Lines: 2602, 2680, N2610 (28 min walk)
Greyhound Terminal (30 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (31 min walk)
Temple University (31 min walk)