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Christ Church vs Elfreth's Alley

Both are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Elfreth's Alley scores significantly higher than Christ Church. Elfreth's Alley comes in at #7 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 9 publications like Lonely Planet, Where and Frommer's.

Christ Church
Christ Church
8 / 10
N 2nd Street at Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The Anglicans of the Church of England built a wooden church on this site in 1697. When they outgrew it, they erected a new church, the most sumptuous in the colonies." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Christ Church , completed in 1744, is where George Washington and Franklin worshiped."
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Dogs, squirrels, and OC workers on lunch breaks."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This elegant Georgian brick edifice (1754) boasts a tower and a "Philadelphia steeple."" Full review
Where Where
"Founded in 1695, this Episcopal church was where many Founding Fathers prayed." Full review
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Elfreth's Alley
Elfreth's Alley
8 / 10
124 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This alley is the oldest continuously occupied residential street in America, dating back to 1702." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The tiny, cobblestone alleyway – a little slice of colonial America in miniature – is believed to be the oldest continuously occupied street in the USA." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"The oldest residential street in the US, baby."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Named for its mid-18C owner, blacksmith Jeremiah Elfreth, this charming block-long alleyway dates back to the early 18C." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the prettiest streets is Elfreth’s Alley, a stone-lined pedestrian way lined with homes built in the 18th century. " Full review
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