Rittenhouse Square

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Planned by William Penn, this leafy Center City square pairs shaded paths and grand monuments with vibrant city life.

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Description

As one of five original open-space parks laid out in late-17th-century Philadelphia, the square is edged by high-end residences, hotels, restaurants, and upscale shops. Fountains and lush greenery anchor the grounds, where locals and visitors gather in a bustling urban oasis.


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