Books · Old City
Brave New Worlds
on Old City, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Comic book shop in Old City; has added a second location in Willow Grove.

Hours
Hours not posted; call ahead
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near Betsy Ross House (2 min walk) and Elfreth’s Alley (3 min walk).
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All of Old City →Before you go
What are Brave New Worlds’s hours?
Brave New Worlds is usually open Hours not posted; call ahead. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop’s site before a special trip.
Where is Brave New Worlds?
Brave New Worlds is at 55 N 2nd St in Old City, Philadelphia. It’s near Betsy Ross House (2 min walk).
Where can I park near Brave New Worlds?
The closest option for Old City is Old City Garage on 2nd St. Most of the district is also an easy walk from SEPTA.
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