Deck the Alley Transportation and Parking Guide

We're so excited to welcome you to this year's Deck the Alley event at Elfreth's Alley! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and your ticket purchase goes directly to helping the preservation efforts of Elfreth's Alley, our nation's oldest continuously inhabited residential street.

The holiday season will be in full force on Saturday, December 6th in Old City including Deck the Alley and the Old City Holiday Sip and Stroll. 

To make your visit as smooth as possible, here is a quick guide to transportation, parking, and possible road closures for you to use to plan your visit.

Parking:

We recommend that our guests park in the garage located by the Independence Visitor Center at 6th and Market Street. The cost is a flat rate of $14 no matter how long you stay. From there, you can either walk up to Elfreth's Alley or take the Phlash bus, which will be free if you show the driver your ticket for Deck the Alley or let the driver know that is where you are going.

Two other nearby parking garages are:

  • Old City Parkominium (Park America): A 24-hour covered garage easily accessible off 95 and 676. 215 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

  • Old City Parking: 304 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

To take the Phlash Bus to Elfreth's Alley:

Look for the pink Phlash bus!

Board at Stop #14 (Liberty Bell Center) at the southwest corner of 6th and Market (next to La Colombe).

Ride the bus for two stops and get off at Stop #17 (Betsy Ross House) and walk east on Arch street, then turn left on 2nd street to Elfreth's Alley.

Road Closures for Holiday Sip ‘N Stroll:

The Old City Holiday Shopping Sip & Stroll will also be occurring from 12pm - 4pm on Saturday. Event goers can enjoy an open street and stroll car-free space while enjoying shopping, dining, and entertainment. 

3rd Street between Market and Arch Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:00am to 6:00pm. No parking on these streets from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Cars will be towed.

Ride Sharing:

Uber & Lyft are also available to provide transportation from 30th Street or Suburban train stations. 

Public Transportation:

Elfreth's Alley is close to several major bus lines and the subway stop at Market and 2nd. 


We look forward to welcoming you to the event!