<P> South Street is a street in Philadelphia , which was originally named `` Cedar Street '' in William Penn 's original street grid , it is an east - west street forming the southern border of Center City and the northern border for South Philadelphia . The stretch of South Street between Front Street and Seventh Street is known for its `` bohemian '' , `` punk '' , and generally `` alternative '' atmosphere and its diverse urban mix of shops , bars , and eateries . It is one of Philadelphia 's largest tourist attractions . </P>
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The stretch of South Street between Front Street and Seventh Street is known for its `` bohemian '' , `` punk '' , and generally `` alternative '' atmosphere and its diverse urban mix