Things to Do in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

A public park that dates back to the late 17th century. The area includes nearby Fitler Square and is part of the Rittenhouse–Fitler Historic District.

Academy of MusicTheater
Mutter MuseumScience Museum
Vernick Food & DrinkCocktail Bar

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Top things to do in Rittenhouse Square

Academy of Music
★ 4.7 · 4.4k
Theater★
Victorian venue hosting performances by the Pennsylvania Ballet & Opera Company of Philadelphia.
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Mutter Museum
★ 4.6 · 6.6k
Science Museum★
Collection of over 20,000 unusual, unique anatomical specimens in a museum of medical history.
Mon
10 AM – 5 PM
Tue
3 PM – 8 PM
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Di Bruno Bros
★ 4.5 · 1.9k
Specialty Store· $$
Longstanding market-style venue offering imported cheeses, meats & specialty foods.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 8 PM
Sat
7 AM – 7 PM
Sun
7 AM – 7 PM
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The Shops at Liberty Place
★ 4.3 · 6.1k
Shopping Mall
Dome-topped retail complex in the business district with a mix of shops, services & a food court.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun
12 PM – 6 PM
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Kimmel Center
★ 4.8 · 4.6k
Theater
This glass & steel space is home to the city's orchestra, plus ballet, opera, drama & student works.
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Where to eat & drink in Rittenhouse Square

Vernick Food & Drink
★ 4.7 · 1.1k
Cocktail Bar· $100+
The eponymous chef-owner is an alumnus of Jean-Georges Vongerichten, so you can expect a cooking style underpinned by a strong, classical base and a kitchen wholly familiar with seasonal, luxury ingredients.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
4:45 PM – 10 PM
Sat
4:45 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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Friday Saturday Sunday
Michelin ★
American· $100+
And Wednesday and Thursday. Chef Chad Williams and his wife Hanna, both Philadelphia natives, took over this veritable institution in 2016 and then pivoted to offering a set multicourse menu. It works well, as it allows the chef to…
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
4:45 PM – 11 PM
Sat
4:45 PM – 11 PM
Sun
4:45 PM – 11 PM
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Her Place Supper Club
Michelin ★
French· $100+
The name says it all, as Chef Amanda Shulman’s cozy little spot was born out of her love for cooking for friends and has that warm and welcoming supper club vibe.
Mon–Fri
6 PM – 8:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Bob & Barbara's
★ 4.6 · 622
Cabaret· $10–20
Worn-in barroom famous for its cheap beer-&-a-shot special, live jazz & lively energy.
Every day
4 PM – 2 AM
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SPIN Philadelphia
★ 4.5 · 805
Lounge· $10–50
A 12,000-square-foot ping pong social club in Center City with 17 tables, a full bar, and a shareable menu.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
4 PM – 11 PM
Fri
4 PM – 1 AM
Sat
2 PM – 1 AM
Sun
Closed
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Harp & Crown
★ 4.5 · 2.4k
Gastropub· $20–70
A beautiful, bi-level space that joins a pair of bars, New American eats & a basement bowling alley.
Mon–Tue
4 PM – 10 PM
Wed–Thu
4 PM – 11 PM
Fri
4 PM – 12 AM
Sat
9:30 AM – 12 AM
Sun
9:30 AM – 3 PM
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Tria Cafe Rittenhouse
★ 4.7 · 635
Wine Bar· $20–30
Snug cafe with an ever-changing wine, cheese & beer selection plus a varied small-plates menu.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9:30 PM
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Dizengoff
★ 4.5 · 1.2k
Israeli· $20–50
The colorful, casual sibling to Zahav and Laser Wolf does a roaring trade in downtown Philadelphia — and rightly so. There’s no need to wrangle for reservations or arrive before doors open to grab a seat. Instead, one could wander in off…
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 9 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 10 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9 PM
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The Ranstead Room
★ 4.5 · 885
Cocktail Bar· $20–30
Cocktail bar with a speakeasy-style vibe serving a short list of high-end drinks.
Mon–Wed
7 PM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri
7 PM – 2 AM
Sat
7 PM – 2 AM
Sun
Closed
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My Loup
★ 4.6 · 260
Seafood· $100+
It is easy to fall for the charms and delights of this French bistro. The narrow space is dressed in well-worn wood, a lovely bar and bookshelves along the back walls.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
5 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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Monk's
★ 4.7 · 4.3k
European· $20–40
Mussels, fries, craft ales & other Belgian-accented offerings dispensed in a brewpub setting.
Mon
5 PM – 11:45 PM
Tue–Fri
11:30 AM – 11:45 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 11:45 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 11:45 PM
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