Rittenhouse Square
The most elegant of William Penn's original squares, ringed by cafés and grand townhouses.
Don't miss at Rittenhouse Square
- ◆ Elegant leafy square
- ◆ Cafés & boutiques
- ◆ People-watching
Insider tip
A lovely spot to relax between museum and Old-City visits.
Rittenhouse Square — visitor questions
What is Rittenhouse Square known for?
The most elegant of William Penn's original squares, ringed by cafés and grand townhouses. Highlights include: Elegant leafy square; Cafés & boutiques; People-watching.
Where is Rittenhouse Square?
Rittenhouse Square is in Center City, Philadelphia — 18th & Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. More info: https://www.visitphilly.com
Any tips for visiting Rittenhouse Square?
A lovely spot to relax between museum and Old-City visits.
Can Chauffyr take me to Rittenhouse Square?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Rittenhouse Square and between every stop on your Philadelphia itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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