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Business

Big or small, office or retail, learn why Center City Philadelphia is the right location for your business! Learn More »

Why Center City?

Whether you direct a large professional services firm, operate a small retail shop, are looking to start a business, develop a project or live here, Philadelphia is a remarkably attractive and competitive place.Learn More »



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Life

Center City Philadelphia offers the cosmopolitan amenities of the world's greatest cities in a compact and walkable downtown that's fun to visit and a great place to live! Learn More »

Dilworth Plaza

The new Dilworth Plaza will open in 2014 but you can be a part of this remarkable transformation today! Help us match a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation – donate now and double your gift!

Learn more from local leaders supporting the project»Donate Now and Double Your Gift»NOTICE: Dilworth Plaza construction alerts»


Residential

Our State of Center City report measures the progress of Philadelphia's downtown and offers recommendations for its future.Download it now»

Event Calendar

Center City District Sips is happening all summer, with restaurants & bars offering $5 cocktails, $4 wine and $3 beers every Wednesday!Learn More »


Residential

Sister Cities Park on Logan Square has a boat pond, children's discovery garden, café and more! Learn more about this wonderful park!Learn More »

IN Center City guide

What's fashionable, durable, spacious and good for the environment? A Center City District Banner Bag! Learn More »


Parents- kidsincentercity.com has been redesigned. It's your place for family-friendly events, school information and articles by parents like you! Check it out today.KidsInCenterCity.com»

Residential

Take a look at the charming neighborhoods, diverse and affordable housing stock and great amenities that make for one of the highest-quality urban lifestyles in America.Learn More »

About Us

Center City District and Central Philadelphia Development Corporation are business-led organizations that work together to enhance the competitiveness and attractiveness of Philadelphia's downtown. Learn More »

What We Do

Our mission is to keep Center City Philadelphia clean, safe and attractive, an easy place to get around and a great place to do business, visit or live.Learn More »