Addison Street Philadelphia

Picture perfect colonial street

Holly from Philadelphia

""Addison Street" is a glorious colonial-era street in Philadelphia. This is where I'd recommend anyone visiting to come to see historical architecture..."

Addison Street is a glorious colonial-era street here in Philadelphia lined by historic brick row homes and ginkgo trees. As you stroll down the sidewalk, you'll see old marble steps, iron posts for tying up horses and windows framed by wooden shutters and window boxes full of flowers.

Then, after sunset, the street takes on a magical atmosphere as white lights entwined around the trees start to glow. On warm evenings couples and families come here to surround themselves with the romantic ambiance. After a rain, everything sparkles.

This is the place I recommend to anyone visiting Philadelphia who wants to see our amazing historical architecture without the crowds. Maybe you've heard of Elfreth's Alley, which is another Philly street famous for being the oldest residential street in the US. Addison Street is just as beautiful and you might have it all to yourself.

Head to the 1700 block of Addison Street between Lombard and Pine Streets.

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Philadelphia Spotter Holly

About me I'm a travel professional, writer and photographer. I grew up in the Philly area, moved as far away as I could when I was 18 (Hi, Alaska!), then went to college in Hawaii, and finally returned to Philly for good in 2011. I am happy to spend my life exploring the world, whether it's across an ocean or down the street. Why Philadelphia I knew I loved Philly when I came home from living across the country. I got on the Septa train at the airport and the man in front of me turned around and excitedly said, "You see the Iggles play last night?" Then wi...

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