Nightlife
Map all locationsAt night, Philadelphia is sizzling with activity — it’s an exciting, welcoming place to sip cocktails, hear live music and/or do your own thing.
Whether you’re dancing and dining in Old City, heading to a hipster hangout in South Philadelphia or catching a live jazz show in Northern Liberties, you are pretty much always guaranteed a great time.
Another lovable aspect about Philly after dark — everything is conveniently close together. Whatever neighborhood you choose, you can almost certainly hit multiple hotspots within a short walk or cab ride.
And in Philadelphia, you can enjoy great food at anytime. Looking for a place that serves after 10 pm? Or the best place to find a cheesesteak at 3 a.m.? We’ve got you covered.
Don’t miss these hotspots
Featured Attraction
North Bowl
It’s not just about bowling at this Northern Liberties hotspot
Northern Liberties
Located in a former mechanics garage that was lovingly renovated over the past several years (with plenty of blood, sweat and tears) by owner Oron Daskal, North Bowl is an awesome addition to the neighborhood of Northern Liberties.
Spotlight
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The Roots Picnic
Two days of incredible music at Penn’s Landing More
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Table 31 at the Comcast Center
An elegant Italian bistro covering three floors of Philadelphia’s tallest building More
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Geno’s Steaks
One half of South Philadelphia’s famous cheesesteak corner More
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Philly Beer Week
Philadelphia celebrates its beer-drinking roots with a week-long festival More
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Garces Trading Company
The Iron Chef opens an all-in-one culinary destination and wine boutique More
Itineraries
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The Art Lovers Itinerary
Philadelphia is an art lover’s kind of town—one that’s bursting with beauty on the inside and out. The region boasts one of the country’s top five art museums, the world’s greatest collection of Impressionist works, an internationally lauded public arts initiative and some under-the-radar gems, all waiting to be explored, experienced and pondered at a pace that’s all your own. More
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Philadelphia: Off the Beaten Path
An action-packed tour of the city’s lesser-known eateries, shops, museums and historic spots More
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Philly Like a Local
An insider tour of Philadelphia’s hippest neighborhoods, sights, galleries, restaurants, bars and shops More
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