Philadelphia Gay & Lesbian Bars and Clubs

With New York City only a few hours away, Philadelphia often gets overlooked as a destination or home for lesbians and gay men. But for those who would trade the hustle and bustle of a larger city for the charm and grace of America's first city, Philadelphia provides an amiable and tolerant atmosphere for the LGBT community. Most bars and clubs are located within walking distance of each other, in the quaint streets east of Rittenhouse Square, most notably around the intersection of N. 12th and Locust Sts. Lesbians and gays interested in a more foliate neighborhood have been snapping up the stunning homes of the tony Chestnut Hill.