Elfreth's Alley
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums, Museums
10Best Says
Take a step back in time (free of charge) when you visit this, the oldest continuously inhabited street in the US. It is located in Philadelphia's Old City section, and although the cobblestone alley... Read More
Take a step back in time (free of charge) when you visit this, the oldest continuously inhabited street in the US. It is located in Philadelphia's Old City section, and although the cobblestone alley here opened in 1702, the 32 buildings lining the block were built between the 1720s and 1830s. The homes here are owned and occupied privately now, but the street still contains the look and feel of the Colonial period. Free cell phone tours guide you through this residential street, while two connecting houses, the Museum House and the Chairmaker's House, permit visitors to enjoy a public tour for a small fee.
Hours:
- Museum: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun Noon-5pm
Admissions:
- Guided Museum Tours Adult $5; Child (6-12) $2; Child (5 and under) Free; Family $12
Self-Guided House Tours Adult $3; Child (6-12) $1; Child (5 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Sharon Rigney
Philadelphia Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "Visit the Elfreth's Alley museum, located here, which is comprised of two adjacent homes and offers a host of interesting facts about the street."
- Historic Sites: "Stopping to visit the Alley's museum is worthwhile when visiting to get additional information and inside stories."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Elfreth's Alley is step back in time that's interesting, offbeat, affordable, colorful and historical.
- Best for Historic Sites Because: This street is a favorite among visitors, as it's historic, yet interactive at the same time. Walking down the cobblestoned alley is a great experience.
