Gayborhood / Midtown
Philadelphia Neighborhood Guide
Welcome To Midtown Village And The Gayborhood, Philadelphia’s Fun Neighborhood
Located in the heart of the city, the neighborhood of Midtown Village and The Gayborhood attracts locals and tourists alike. And for good reason. Day or night, Midtown Village is bustling with activity. It’s known as having the best nightlife in Philadelphia with amazing bars, restaurants and nightclubs where you’ll spend the night partying with friends and loved ones, meeting fun locals and showing visitors how to have a good time.
Home to numerous LGBTQ bars and nightclubs, as well as early-20th-century commercial architecture like the Wanamaker Building (now home to Macy's department store) and a diverse array of eateries, Midtown Village and The Gayborhood is the perfect place for those who are looking for a vibrant neighborhood with an LGBTQ-friendly culture where you’ll never run out of things to do.
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Midtown Village And The Gayborhood, Philadelphia: Home Prices, Values, and Market Trends
- $544k Average sale price
- 76Average days on market
- 4.8%of Homes Sell Above List Price
- 99walkability score
- 100public transport score
- 89biking score
About Gayborhood / Midtown
Home to numerous LGBTQ bars and nightclubs, as well as early-20th-century commercial architecture like the Wanamaker Building (now home to Macy's department store) and a diverse array of eateries, Midtown Village and The Gayborhood is the perfect place for those who are looking for a vibrant neighborhood with an LGBTQ-friendly culture where you’ll never run out of things to do.
Midtown Village And The Gayborhood At A Glance
Walkability and Connectivity
An amazing location that is walkable to some of the best restaurants in Center City and an easy commute anywhere in Philadelphia.
The Lifestyle
Fun, artsy and the heart of LGBT culture, you’ll enjoy the lively nightlife, meeting creatives, and a community that supports local shops and restaurants.
Employment Opportunities
Being in the heart of Center City, you’ll find plenty of job opportunities in various industries including healthcare, entertainment, banking and education.
You’ll love…
The vibrant queer community and all its history, great shopping spots and amazing food experiences.
Where Is Midtown Village And The Gayborhood, Philadelphia?
Midtown Village and The Gayborhood is located in Center City, Philadelphia. It is bounded by S Broad Street, Market Street, S 11th St and Pine St. Surrounding neighborhoods include Rittenhouse, Washington Square and Chinatown.
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Midtown Village and The Gayborhood are one of the best-connected areas for those who want to explore all that Philadelphia has to offer. Being part of Center City, the neighborhood is extremely walkable to bars, restaurants, shops, and more.
You can commute to and from Midtown Village and The Gayborhood easily via SEPTA subway, either from the Broad Street line at Walnut Street or the Market Street line at 13th.
You’ll Also Love Midtown Village And The Gayborhood If You…
If you love amazing food experiences
In 2004, local restaurateurs Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran, opened their first restaurant, Lolita, and would change the food scene of Midtown Village forever, making space for the most delectable restaurants, authentic exotic cuisines and great brunch spots. At Lolita, you can taste contemporary Mexican plates and specialty margaritas that feel like you’re on vacation. Marcie and Valerie would then open other famous restaurants in the area, Mediterranean-style Barbuzzo, along with the mid-century-inspired American eatery, Bud and Marilyn’s, perfect to take a date and enjoy a juicy sirloin steak and drinks. For some delicious authentic Italian pasta in a beautiful courtyard setting, head to Little Nonna’s. And for the best red velvet pancakes you've ever had, make sure to check out Green Eggs Cafe. Have a romantic luxurious dinner in El Vez, an upscale restaurant that serves spectacular food and mixed drinks.
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If you love celebrating LGBT culture
Unsurprisingly, one of the biggest events in Midtown Village and The Gayborhood is the annual PrideDay LGBT Parade and Festival in June, which begins in the Gayborhood and eventually extends out to Penn’s Landing. You’ll enjoy watching flamboyant performers adorning the streets while dancing, eating and having a good time with the community. Another equally anticipated festival is the Philadelphia OutFest, the world’s largest National Coming Out Day festival, which takes over a dozen blocks of the neighborhood in October.
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If you love vibrant nightlife
Midtown Village and Gayborhoood is full of choices for nighttime entertainment. Expect to start the night high and end on an even higher note with the many bars, clubs and intimate spots you’ll only find in this area. Head to Time, a jazz and whiskey bar, where you can dance the night away while sampling the tasty drinks.If you’re looking to taste a range of beers, Strangelove’s list is diverse with a mixture of large and small breweries on tap and a seasonal flair. Have a glass of sauvignon blanc in the romantic setting of Vintage Wine Bar. If you want to explore LGBT nightlife, this is the place to be. Woody's, one of Philadelphia's longest-running gay bars, is a wonderful place to have a classic gay bar experience. Or try Franky Bradley, excellent for dancing. Finally, head to Voyeur, an after-hours club where you can enjoy a classy finish to your evening.
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