South Street

East River promenade

South Street is a common street name in American and British cities, typically indicating a road running along or toward the southern part of town.

In Philadelphia, South Street is a famous commercial and entertainment district known for its eclectic shops and nightlife: Let's head down to South Street.

The name appears in countless municipalities, usually as a simple directional designation.

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brick · murals · slice · Old City · tattoo · head shop · Independence Hall · punk rock · live music · open mic · landmark · Philly · business district · marketplace · neon · festival · First Friday · pub

Opposites
directional naming

South StreetNorthgate

Seattle neighborhood and mall

cultural character (Philadelphia context)

South StreetMain Line

Upscale Philadelphia suburban stretch

Broadway · Main Street · Times Square · Walnut Street · Fifth Avenue

Family

street, south

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G