Elfreth's Alley Historic District and Museum

Elfreth's Alley is one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in the United States. Located in Old City, Philadelphia, Elfreth's Alley dates back to 1703 and is an exceptional collection of early American structures built between 1720 and 1836. Most of the homes are privately owned residences, but #124 and #126 are the Elfreth's Alley Museum, run by the Elfreth's Alley Association. The Association was founded in 1934 to preserve and protect the Alley and tell the story of its inhabitants, who were primarily artisans and working-class laborers. The Alley receives 250,000 annual visitors from all over the world.

Visit Elfreth’s Alley!

Elfreth’s Alley is a public road available for a stroll any time of day.

The Elfreth’s Alley Museum is open weekends April 14th through November 12th. The hours are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for ages 7-12, and free for those under 7. All admission fees contribute to the preservation of the Alley. Tickets can be purchased at the museum or on the website of the Independence Visitor Center.

An Audio Tour is available for purchase ($3) on smartphones everyday at elfrethsalley.org/audiotour.