Walnut–Chancellor Historic District, Philadelphia

Name: Walnut–Chancellor Historic District
Address: Philadelphia, United States

#845 among attractions in Philadelphia

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Walnut–Chancellor Historic District is a national historic district located in the Rittenhouse Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It encompasses 51 contributing buildings located one block east of Rittenhouse Square. It includes 4 1/2- to 5-story monumental residences in the Italianate style; brick rowhouses dated to the 1860s-1870s, some with mansard roofs and dormers; and 19th century carriage houses. Located in the district is the Thomas Hockley House, designed by architect Frank Furness. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'2"N, 75°10'33"W

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Center City (Fitler Square)Philadelphia United States

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Walnut–Chancellor Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Walnut Street, Mütter Museum, Liberty Place, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

0.5 miW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Walnut Street, Philadelphia
14 min walk • Walnut Street in Philadelphia is a bustling shopping district that serves as a premier destination for both locals and tourists seeking a high-quality retail experience. This vibrant thoroughfare boasts an eclectic mix of stores, ranging from high-end boutiques...
~1020 ftN
Medical history and pathology on display
Mütter Museum, Philadelphia
5 min walk • The Mütter Museum, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is an extraordinary institution dedicated to medical history. This unique museum, part of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, is renowned for its vast collection of anatomical specimens, models,...
0.4 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Liberty Place, Philadelphia
12 min walk • Liberty Place is an iconic commercial hub nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, United States. This shopping center, a distinctive feature of the city's skyline, offers a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options.
0.6 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication and architectural beauty. This preeminent music venue, inaugurated in 2001, was designed by the renowned architect Rafael Viñoly and has since...
~820 ftE
Park
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
4 min walk • Rittenhouse Square is the name of both a public park and the surrounding neighborhood that is also referred to as Rittenhouse in Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
0.6 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Academy of Music, Philadelphia
16 min walk • The Academy of Music, also known as American Academy of Music, is a concert hall and opera house located at 240 S. Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
~800 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia, Philadelphia
4 min walk • The First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is a Unitarian Universalist congregation located at 2125 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As a regional Community Center it sponsors cultural, educational, civic, wellness and spiritual activities.
~1980 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Plays & Players, Philadelphia
10 min walk • Plays and Players Theatre, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is one of the oldest professional theater companies in the United States, founded in 1911. The theater building was designed and constructed in 1912 by Philadelphia architect Amos W.
~1630 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
Philadelphia Art Alliance, Philadelphia
8 min walk • The Philadelphia Art Alliance at University of the Arts is a multidisciplinary arts center located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood.
0.4 miSE
Museum, Art gallery
The Print Center, Philadelphia
11 min walk • The Print Center is a nonprofit gallery located in Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. Originally known as The Print Club, the gallery's mission is to "encourage the growth and understanding of photography and printmaking as vital contemporary arts through exhibitions, publications and educational programs".
~100 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
First Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
1 min walk • The First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is located on 21st and Walnut Streets, built in an array of architectural styles of leading Philadelphia architects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Walnut–Chancellor Historic District?

Nearby attractions include First Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Thomas Hockley House, Philadelphia (1 min walk), John C. Bell House, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Walnut–Chancellor Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Walnut–Chancellor Historic District:

Bus

Walnut St & 21st St • Lines: 12, 9 (1 min walk)

Tram

22nd Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (7 min walk)
19th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (8 min walk)

Metro

15th-16th & Locust • Lines: Patco (13 min walk)
30th Street • Lines: Mfl (14 min walk)

Train

Philadelphia 30th Street Station (13 min walk)
Suburban Station (14 min walk)