Nice easy walk. Very quaint and it felt special to be able to admire an old and historical place... kept in such great shape! Glad we stopped and strolled around here. Worth a visit if you are in the area.

Beautiful street.. I look forward to reviewing once things open up more. Wish more of the city was preserved this way.

One of the oldest residential areas in the country. Very cool, and people still live there! That Having been said- its not something youre gonna spend the day on, or a few hours, but easily a good hour of your time will give you enough of the feel. Although, if you really love photography-which I do not - you could probably spend hours here getting all the really fine details of the architecture and the old style living arrangements. You really shouldnt miss it, but dont plan your day around it!

Favorite street in Philly. Such great history and charm. Definitely check it out!

This historic street has the oldest houses in the country, and they are still in use today! It’s a small alley-type street near downtown Philly. You can’t go inside the houses because obviously people live there but there’s plenty to see on the outside and it makes for some great photo-ops!

This was probably my favorite sight in Old City. Please download the audio tour. Look for the sign as you enter the block of homes. There’s a small fee ($3) and there’s an app/website involved. But it’s worth it to hear the history of these homes. It’s maybe a 15 minute tour.

Very nice walk. Great for photos!

I love this place its always so pretty an well kept I go at least 5 or more times a year cant wait to go again

Sooo cute! Definitely worth a little side trip to see the cute historic houses.

This is unique piece of American history, and if you are wandering through Old City or waiting for a scheduled tour at Independence Hall, it is totally worth 20 minutes of your time.But I grew up 15 minutes across the river and never saw it until I was 39 years old, and in no way do I feel deprived. It is worth a small part of a larger trip, but it isnt anything I feel the need to revisit.

Amazing historical experience. Captured the real feel of the olden days. Brought me back to the colonial days. A must see experience if you like American history.

Its great to see how well these 300 year old homes are preserved. They are so beautiful and still inhabited. The review that said there is nothing to do there, probably doesn’t appreciate the beauty of stepping in a place where you can go back in time, in a city that is filled with history

I love history and this place is amazing.

Nice historical street. Its an easy 10 minute walk from the liberty bell and independence hall. Theres plenty of spots to eat along the way.

Campos Philly Cheesesteaks loves Elfreths Alley

One of the must visit places when you are in Philly, first time. One of the oldest streets in US.

Worth the short visit to walk into this historical alley of Philadelphia. Nostalgic, historic, classic located in the heart of Philadelphia, it is still inhabited. The apartments are lovely and beautifully decorated with autumn motif at this time of the year. This lovely quarters is not too far from Betsy Ross House, located on 2nd Street N and Front. I accidentally bumped into this Elfreth’s Alley while walking to find where Betsy Ross House on Arch St. There are not too many people walking here but the quarters is so great it brings a lot of nostalgic feelings.

Quaint little alley. Buildings are mostly privately owned.

Me and my girlfriend had a great day experiencing the history of Philadelphia on this beautiful fall day!!!

Cute. Well-kept. Scenic.But definitely a short-lived visit; the whole thing can pretty much be seen and walked through in ~10 minutes. Worth visiting if youre in the area, but I wouldnt plan your trip around it.

Loved it. Glad we stopped here. Really feels like you are in colonial America.

Its a nice space. My wife thinks the tight alley reminds her of some tr thing from Harry Potter. We may go back and do a themed shoot.

It is a cute street but there is literally nothing else to see. St. Augustine Florida is 100000 better if you want to see this kind of streets. Do not expect a big attraction there is little to see

Do not visit on Sunday evening.. The street was full of trash covers waiting to be picked.. The alley itself is beautiful and rustic and very private and quaint. Parking is an issue around the area.

Quaint, scenic area where everyone is enjoying the unique atmosphere. We had a brief photoshoot here today

So gorgeous and well kept. Got family pictures done there and it as perfect.

Such an awesome place. Kept up very well and beautifully. Do be respectful since folks actually live there.

Very nice Dutch style or old England place!Small street,but very clean,сomfortable, as if set off 300 years ago.You feel the spirit of that time!

Wonderful place to take a walks, pictures, and enjoy the history behind all that place.

An alley of structures built from 1730’s to 1800’s. Picturesque to walk through.

This was probably the most tourist heavy part of my trip to Philadelphia. The street is beautiful at this time of year. Worth a quick stop if you find yourself wandering the area.

Its a great historic place to bring your young ones to learn about history my kids loved it.

Campos cheesesteaks loves Elfreths Alley

Sassafras is a great store. This bug made friends with me on the bench outside

Why wouldnt you want to walk down the oldest continually lives on Street in America. Had to stay at the Holiday Inn by the Ben Franklin bridge for a conference at the Convention center like a mile away and this street was on my route! Its like walking down history minus everyone talking selfies and photos with family on their phones (guilty as well, but you got to document that experience!). Its free and quick and helps you just get that old Philadelphia, old City, early America vibe. Check it out!

We took our oldest granddaughter and we all loved it. She was amazed at the old sites and houses. We also walked to the Betsy Ross House, which is very close to this alley.

I love being able to have the feeling I walked back in time and this is exactly what this area does. Its pretty neat to know the homes are still occupied as will, but also keep that in mind while touring... be respectful as people are trying to enjoy being in their own homes.

Elfreths Alley is the oldest street in Philadelphia, which, relative to the rest of the country, makes it pretty darn old! It is a moderate walk from the Greyhound bus terminal and is notable for the fact that all of the homes on the alley, except for 2 are privately owned and loved in by regular people. There was even a For Rent sign on one! You could go live there, on one of the oldest streets in the USA! How cool is that? So, when walking around Old Town Philly, take a stroll down ole Elfreths Alley!

Charming. Living history.

Elfreth’s Alley is a must see colonial enclave of beautifully maintained houses that have been continuously occupied since C. 1702. The charming row is a prime example of early British colonial life in the America of Ben Franklin and William Penn. A visit feels like a trip through a time machine, and demonstrates the continuing benefits derived from preservation of historic sites.

Great landmark for photos and a trip back in time.

Unspoiled 18th Century street, all the more impressive for being stuck between two streets of unplanned concrete.The people that live here make a real effort to keep it pristine.Be respectful, people love in these houses and must get tired of any loud visitors.

Oldest street in US. Really well preserved piece of history. Must see place for anyone whos visiting Philadelphia and has interest in history.

A real American treasure. Ive lived in Philly nearly 10 years and just went there for my first time about five months ago in May. It just happened to be the last trip I would take with my dog. I held him because there was a tour group and maybe 10 other people. I think I heard five different languages just on the small stretch of street. It was beautiful and a cherished memory I will keep with me always.

Such a nice and cute alley! Theyre still residents living there. Beautiful gardens and well cared.

Absolutely loved that place! It’s a small street with cozy unique vibe that makes you feel like you are back in time. Been there in summer and winter, both times it was a nice experience. But be ready to find it more crowded in summer.

Cool little piece of history tucked into a side alley of Philly. Most the homes are privately owned but one is open as a little museum. You can go through for a 3 dollar donation. Worth checking out if you are looking for a cool piece of history.

Although the community is rather small, this neighborhood is worth a stroll because if it’s historical significance if nothing else. The neighborhood, the streets, and houses are all well maintained, and it feels like you are literally transplant it back in time to walk through. If you’re not used to walking on really old roads or cobblestone, my advice is to wear thick-soled sturdy shoes.

Picturesque little street with lovely old houses, many still inhabited.

Really beautiful, historical way of retaining the past in its most original form.

Great place for a Philly photo op! Just remember to be respectful of the people who still love in the homes.

Very cool and interesting historical spot. It was nice to see during the pandemic when the street is deserted and very uncrowded.

Great history this place has. Book a tour it’s very informative. We got our guide from Airbnb experiences.

Incredibly well preserved and maintained. Definitely coming back in the future

Amazing experience!!!! One of the best places to see for a piece of American history!

A must-go if you’re in Philly. It’s so quaint and absolutely beautiful - picture perfect. It’s a 10 minute walk from Liberty Bell and although it’s a small street, it’s definitely worth it.

Great historical place to visit and take great pictures.

Cute alley, makes for a good photo location.

Very cute and worth a visit if you are in old town.

Adorable street worth the detour. Very colonial. Great seeing all the ‘historical’ markers on the homes. I wish it was a pedestrian only street though because it is very narrow + cars ruin the ambiance.

Such a unique FREE experience! To walk on the oldest alley in America. You are trending where people over 300 years had no idea would still be standing. Its also adorable colorful little homes. Worth the stroke and popular with even the locals. We saw a group of groomsmen taking pictures.

Historic! Great place to visit!

Love it! One of the greatest things to see in Philly! Durning walking felt like Im in 18th century.

Great little picturesque alley in Philadelphia. Takes a little under 10 minutes to stroll at a very comfortable pace. People actually still live in the houses, which is pretty interesting!

I spent the day in Philly and decided to stop at Elfreths Alley. It was such a cute little alley with multiple homes that people currently occupy. Over all I really like that neighborhood. Definitely a must see in philly.

Beautiful. Not sure Id like to live here with the constant flow of people but a stunning place. Transports you back to a simpler time. Each house is special and the entire laneway is special. A gem.

Must see when visiting Philly...quaint historical street, known for being the oldest continuously inhabited street in America. Recommend checking out for those visiting from out of town, like myself!

The best way I can put it into words is that it was simply beautiful! You feel like you are walking on a movie set from hundred years ago. Everything has been preserved and people till live in the houses. I highly recommend this little walk to everyone.

Awesome! We had a great time there!

Every city needs a fancy alley with tiny, well decorated houses. This is Phillys. Its a short walk, but worth it. All the houses have nice flags, the alley and matching decor.Yes, these houses are occupied and you may see some of the residents. Would go again.

Lovely place to walk around and see the house.

This is the oldest residential street in America. It’s fun to walk down so narrow street. Can’t believe people actually live there. There is one for sale if your interested.

Small street. Good for pictures full of history

A charming street that has maintained its character and charm. Its worth a quick stroll and provides an eye-pleasing backdrop for photographing people.

Wonderful historuc area to visit

Quaint streets, just 1 block long and one small side alley. Great sense and feeling of history. House are well preserved

A short street with houses that have been there since the 1700’s, but really, just a street. Definitely walk through if you haven’t seen it and are in the area but don’t expect enlightenment. One house gives tours for $5 which is enterprising of the owner.

Beautiful place! Colours, architecture and the feeling you get just by walking there;) even some hidden backyards!

Very cool quick stop. The construction and bags of garbage all over the street kinda take a way from it a little bit but it’s worth a stop.

This is where it all started. America the great left a trail of cobblestones for us to remember streets like these that were lined by city-dwellers dating back to the colonisation. Whats special about this place has to do with the conservation of houses in exquisite condition.

Beautifully preserved alley from colonial times. People still live here. Felt like time traveling for a brief moment. Wish more streets were like this.

Tiny little street in Philly, but it is very nice to walk through.

You can feel the history when walking on the old cobblestone street! If you love American History, this is a must see atleast once

A delightful excursion into the original thread of urban life in American history!

Very cute and well maintained piece of US history. I would love to visit again when the museum is open, it was very quiet in the winter.

A very realistic street showing how US cities in colonial times looked like. Only pity is that more streets like that havent been preserved in Phili.

Very very very beautiful street! From 32 houses, there are 29 that have people living. Impressive!

Nice to wander down and to realize this street has stayed so much the same for two hundred years. Its really fabulous to realize people still keep their homes on the street. If youre a history buff or just a lover of beautiful places, dont miss it.

With 10-15 min walk from Liberty bell and 4-5 min from Penns Landing, this alley takes you into the past. Houses built in 17th/18th century give you a chance to imagine the historical view of the city. You can park on Market street for half an hour and get a quick ride of this place. Street lights in the evening make it more beautiful. Check out the museums in #124 and #126.

A great piece of history to visit while in Philly!

Pretty location for pics & history.

The history is admirable and love the architecture. It is good they preserved this street for the younger generations to see.

Seeing the oldest neighborhood in Philly was pretty cool. Theres 2 units opened to visitors that you can tour. Fee is nominal, only $3. Also there is a selfie station where you can dress up in period pieces and have your photo taken if thats your thing. There are residents living in the other units but they were super nice with all of the people outside their front doors. Theres not a ton to see but can get some nice photos.

Very nice to see one of the oldest streets of the USA. There are some groups of tourists but this wont spoil your visit.

We absolutely loved this! Lived here my whole life and never knew it existed! Even the kids loved and appreciated it!

Elfreths Alley is said to be the oldest inhabited residential street in America. This street is 300 years old almost . On my recent trip to Philadelphia, I visited this cute little alley. This alley is lined with 32 houses, each of them are cute and colorful. This is such a picturesque cobble stoned alley . If you want pictures, then this alley is perfect as well. As you walk youll see that the houses are really old, and youll find a few more alleys in between the houses, some of them have a little history written in some boards . Loved walking in this alley, very historic and felt great looking at these old houses . Dont forget to get some great pictures !#LetsGuide

This alley has certified houses!! It’s so cool to see houses that were built in the 1700s they are nicely preserved. Unfortunately can’t go inside them since people live inside however the history of each house is written outside. It’s a great historic landmark.

If you are touring the historic district of Philadelphia, especially on foot, take a stroll through Elfreths Alley. It is a very old and lovely neighborhood, still the homes of citizens, and goes back to before 1800. Theres also a very short path around a corner to a side nook with the lovely bench in the garden. Well worth the 10 or 20 minutes it takes to stroll its length. There is a museum here with a very nominal entrance fee, but we did not attend.

Loved wandering this historic street on a quiet winter evening. The homes are lovely, close and full of the spirit of Historic Philadelphia.

The history of this alley and how the city and its residents has preserved it amidst the addition of interstate and growth.