Nix Federal Building, Philadelphia

Name: Nix Federal Building
Address: 900 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

#299 among attractions in Philadelphia

Streamline Moderne architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Robert N. C. Nix Sr. Federal Building and United States Post Office, formerly known as the United States Court House and Post Office Building, is a historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'0"N, 75°9'31"W

Address

900 Market StreetCenter City (Avenue of the Arts South)Philadelphia United States

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Nix Federal Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Macy's, Reading Terminal Market, The Gallery, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

~1080 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
Macy's, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Macy's in Philadelphia is not just a shopping destination; it's an iconic landmark steeped in history, originally known as Wanamaker's department store. Situated in the heart of the city, this grand emporium opened its doors in 1876, making it one of the first...
~1180 ftN
Shopping, Market
Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia
6 min walk • Reading Terminal Market, nestled in the bustling heart of Philadelphia, stands as a vibrant emblem of the city's rich culinary diversity and historical significance. This dynamic marketplace, which has been serving locals and tourists alike since 1893, is not just a...
~940 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Gallery, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Gallery at Market East, commonly known just as The Gallery, was a significant shopping center located in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. A mecca for shoppers since its opening in 1977, The Gallery was strategically situated adjacent to the historic Market...
~830 ftNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Philadelphia
5 min walk • St. John the Evangelist Church, a little more than a block from Philadelphia City Hall, just south of Market on 13th Street, is one of the more active parishes in Philadelphia.
~1560 ftSE
Theater
Musical Fund Hall, Philadelphia
8 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.
~1060 ftSE
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.
~630 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Forrest Theatre, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The Forrest Theatre is a live theatre venue at 1114 Walnut Street Center City area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It has a seating capacity of 1,851 and is managed by The Shubert Organization.
~1400 ftSW
Square, Colonial revival architecture
Dr. Joseph Leidy House, Philadelphia
7 min walk • The Dr. Joseph Leidy House is a historic residence located at 1319 Locust Street between S. 13th and S. Juniper Streets in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~1480 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Arch Street Theatre, Philadelphia
8 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.
~610 ftE
Beaux-Arts architecture
Old Federal Reserve Bank Building, Philadelphia
3 min walk • The Old Federal Reserve Bank Building is a historic bank building located at 925 Chestnut Street on the corner of S. 10th Street in the Market East neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~550 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Philadelphia
3 min walk • St. Stephen's Episcopal Church is a historic parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, founded in 1823 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and located at 19 South Tenth Street, on the corner of Tenth Street and Ludlow Street. St.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nix Federal Building?

Nearby attractions include East Center City Commercial Historic District, Philadelphia (3 min walk), St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Old Federal Reserve Bank Building, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Forrest Theatre, Philadelphia (4 min walk).

How to get to Nix Federal Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nix Federal Building:

Bus

Chestnut St & 12th St • Lines: 23, 9 (3 min walk)
Chestnut St & 13th St • Lines: 9 (5 min walk)

Metro

11th Street • Lines: Mfl (3 min walk)
13th Street • Lines: Mfl (5 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (5 min walk)
Suburban Station (14 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (7 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (10 min walk)