Rittenhouse Square is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

1. Rittenhouse Square

9.2
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Rittenhouse Square · 182 tips and reviews

Shereef Z.Shereef Zaki: Winter or summer, this is the best spot to drink some coffee and people watch.

Christopher S.Christopher Sheridan: Great for walking, take out lunch, and people watching. Read more.

U Y Ê N N A O M I B.U Y Ê N N A O M I B U I: It's an amazing place to read a book or just relax and people watch.

Parc is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

2. Parc

9.1
227 S 18th St (at Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
French Restaurant · Rittenhouse Square · 265 tips and reviews

Teresa L.Teresa Lea: Eat on the patio! Awesome people watching :)

RachelRachel: Get a seat outside or by the window for prime people watching. And you just MUST get the mussels.

Philadelphia MagazinePhiladelphia Magazine: An unbeatable setting for people watching, fine foods and cocktails puts Parc on our 2011 list of Best Restaurants in Philly! Read more.

Washington Square is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

3. Washington Square

9.1
210 W Washington Sq (btwn Locust & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Washington Square West · 60 tips and reviews

Constance H.Constance Howes: Sleepy, sweet park great for relaxing, picnic'ing and people watching. Eat your heart out, Rittenhouse!

Miguel A.Miguel Andrade: Great for walks and people watching

Linda N.Linda Noone: Lovely, peaceful place to rest & people watch.

Dilworth Park is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

4. Dilworth Park

8.9
1 Penn Sq (West Side of City Hall), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Avenue of the Arts South · 27 tips and reviews

Fran T.Fran Torres: Cool spot to people watch.

Tristan R.Tristan Rhodeside: Being at the crossroads of Broad and Market makes for great people watching. In the summer enjoy the fountains and in the winter enjoy the skating

Theresa M.Theresa Marius: Our favorite place to get cool in the summer. Just a nice spot to chill our and people watch

Clark Park is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

5. Clark Park

9.1
4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Park · Spruce Hill · 26 tips and reviews

Chris C.Chris Carrara: Awesome place for people watching and dog walking. The "bowl" rules!

Campbell B.Campbell Bird: My favorite park in Philadelphia. Be on the lookout for the mysterious but amazing lime soda vendor here during summer months.

Brian C.Brian Conley: go to the farmers market on Thursdays and Saturdays in the summer!

Independence National Historical Park is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

6. Independence National Historical Park

8.9
143 S 3rd St (btwn Race & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
National Park · Center City East · 53 tips and reviews

Katherine W.Katherine Wooten: Pleasant spot for people watching.

sweetpearacersweetpearacer: Stuart is the best tour guide at Independence Hall. Liberty Bell lines always look long but move fast.

HISTORYHISTORY: This is home to a number of sites and attractions associated with early American history, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

Boathouse Row is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

7. Boathouse Row

8.8
Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Harbor or Marina · West Philadelphia · 39 tips and reviews

Stan H.Stan Horwitz: Wonderful area to walk, bike, row or just people watch.

Katie C.Katie Czuczejko Paynter: Must See for any visit to the Philly area. Bring walking/jogging shoes or a bike (or rent one) and cruise around the entire Fairmont Park area to the art museum. Fun views of the river and city.

ZipcarZipcar: Bring your bike or lace up your running shoes. This park is the perfect place to escape the city. (Without actually having to leave.)

Chestnut Hill Coffee Co. is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

8. Chestnut Hill Coffee Co.

8.4
8620 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Coffee Shop · Chestnut Hill · 54 tips and reviews

Brett G.Brett Garwood: A new favorite for its authentic feel in downtown Chestnut Hill. Find a good spot at the window and people watch. Great food and coffee.

Kelsey P.Kelsey P.: The scones alone are a reason to visit. The cozy atmosphere and great coffee selections make this cafe the best place to settle in and get some studying done or just people watch.

KittenKitten: Best coffee in Philly is a stretch but still really good.

a.bar is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

9. a.bar

8.5
135 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA
Cocktail Bar · Center City West · 17 tips and reviews

Derek J.Derek Jobst: Excellent cocktails and people watching on Rittenhouse square.

JoanaJoana: Spanish octopus is great! And the drinks are really cool. You see passion when they make the cocktails

Lauren M.Lauren Mowery: Try the cremant de Jura. The bottle isn't disgorged like most sparkling, leaving the expired yeast in your glass.

Reading Terminal Market is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

10. Reading Terminal Market

9.4
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert Sts), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 675 tips and reviews

Jeremy J.Jeremy Jordan: Get a sandwich and people watch.

Zachary W.Zachary Winnie: Great place to grab food and people watch, but it's too overwhelming with no room to move, long lines, expensive food, and no where to sit. Go there for the atmosphere but be prepared for chaos.

WyngspanWyngspan: A trip to Philly is never complete without visiting the market. Wind your way through the vendors and sample everything, or find a stool and people watch over Bassett's cones. Read more.

Max's Cheese Steaks is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

11. Max's Cheese Steaks

8.6
3653 Germantown Ave (at Erie Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Hunting Park · 49 tips and reviews

Liz B.Liz B: Prepare yourself for a long slow line. But it's worth it. Then go to the bar and order a frozen drink. Then watch all the shenanigans. Lovely people watching and everyone is cool.

Eli A.Eli Anselmi: Incredible! Awesome mushroom steak with cheese!

BETBET: Real Husbands of Hollywood star Kevin Hart says "Nothing compares" to the cheese steaks at Max's. You might want to take the advice of this Philly native and grab some for yourself. Read more.

SPiN is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

12. SPiN

7.6
211 S 15th St (at Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
Sports and Recreation · Avenue of the Arts South · 3 tips and reviews

Devon R.Devon Rowland: Awesome space! Great for people watching and unique cocktails. The Marty Reisman and Topspin were delicious

Erin P.Erin Piersone: Expensive for a night out but social league is worth the cost

Ernesto T.Ernesto T: Great space! The Philly Ping Pong Meetup meets here once a month 🏓

Schuylkill River Trail is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

13. Schuylkill River Trail

9.3
25th & Locust, Philadelphia, PA
Hiking Trail · 50 tips and reviews

Alex G.Alex Garton: Great place for a stroll and people watching

Andrew F.Andrew Furman: Awesome trail for running or biking and great views on the river.

Melissa L.Melissa Lampkins: 95% of us are running or walking and 5% are apparently competing in the Tour de France.

Lubert Plaza is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

14. Lubert Plaza

7.5
210 S. 10th St. (at Jefferson University), Philadelphia, PA
Park · Washington Square West · 3 tips and reviews

Joe W.Joe W: Great place to people watch.

P Martin F.P Martin Frazier: Cool place to chill out or enjoy your lunch.

Denzel M.Denzel M: Jefferson provides free Wi-Fi under "JeffGuest"

Rouge is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Philadelphia.

15. Rouge

8.2
205 S 18th St (btwn Walnut and Locust), Philadelphia, PA
Seafood Restaurant · Rittenhouse Square · 90 tips and reviews

Kandis K.Kandis Kovalsky: A classic, classy Philly staple. Great location right in Rittenhouse Square with an amazing view of the park! Great place to sit outside or by the windows and people watch! Good cheese plate!

Lane R.Lane Rettig: Great service, reasonably priced brunch, not too crowded on Saturday. Huevos rancheros was tasty, portion size a little small though. Delicious coffee served in individual French press!

Caesar C.Caesar Carter: The burger is amazing