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Masonic Temple vs Elfreth's Alley
Both are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Elfreth's Alley scores marginally better than Masonic Temple. Elfreth's Alley is ranked #10 in Philadelphia with praise from 9 reviewers such as Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
Masonic Temple
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1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Fodor's
"The temple is one of the city's architectural jewels, but it remains a hidden treasure even to many Philadelphians."
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Concierge
"The city's best-kept secret, this ornate 19th-century temple designed to house the state's Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania hides in plain sight across from City Hall."
Not For Tourists
"Giant staircases and oak appointments."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This Medieval Norman-style granite structure (1873) marked by spires and towers was conceived by Masonic brother James Windrim."
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National Geographic
"“Stunning architectural features that look like wood or stone but are actually ornate plaster”...Stone Norman cathedral exterior and huge, lavish interior rooms with such themes as a Grecian temple "
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Elfreth's Alley
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124 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's
"This alley is the oldest continuously occupied residential street in America, dating back to 1702."
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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."
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Not For Tourists
"The oldest residential street in the US, baby."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Named for its mid-18C owner, blacksmith Jeremiah Elfreth, this charming block-long alleyway dates back to the early 18C."
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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. "
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