Editing Society Hill (section)

== Shopping ==

Limited commercial activity:
* Antique Row (Pine Street, adjacent to Washington Square West)
* Some specialty shops
* Most shopping in Old City or Washington Square West

{{FAQ
| q1 = Why is it called Society Hill?
| a1 = Society Hill is named for the Free Society of Traders, a company of English Quaker investors who were granted land by William Penn in the 1680s. Though the company failed by 1723, the name persisted for the neighborhood.
| q2 = Is Society Hill an expensive neighborhood?
| a2 = Yes, Society Hill is one of Philadelphia's most expensive and prestigious neighborhoods. The meticulously restored 18th-century homes, cobblestone streets, and central location command premium prices, making it among the city's highest-priced residential areas.
| q3 = What is Headhouse Square?
| a3 = Headhouse Square is a historic open-air market area in Society Hill, featuring the New Market Head House built in 1804. It hosts the Headhouse Farmers Market on Sundays and is a popular gathering spot with restaurants and cafes.
| q4 = Can you walk through Society Hill?
| a4 = Absolutely. Society Hill is one of Philadelphia's most walkable neighborhoods, with beautiful tree-lined streets, cobblestone sidewalks, and historic architecture. It connects easily to Old City, Washington Square, and the Delaware River waterfront.
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