There are so many locations to choose from for a proposal, including well-known iconic spots such as the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art or Love Park, but there are also many quieter, more hidden away options that you might not be thinking about. Philadelphia is full of historic buildings, cobblestone streets, and lovely little side streets. If you are looking for something a little bit different, consider one of Philadelphia’s many charming streets for your proposal.
Addison Street is one of the prettiest streets for a proposal in Philadelphia. This couple chose the 1700 block of Addison Street between Lombard and Pine Streets. It is a narrow street with twinkling lights wrapped around the trees, giving it a romantic appeal. Although cars are allowed to drive down the street, there is no street parking, which makes it even nicer for proposal photos. This location is also just a short walk away from Rittenhouse Square Park, making it an easy walk to one of the many restaurants to toast with champagne or brunch to celebrate this special moment. Addison Street is a residential street, so it’s typical not crowded if you are looking for something a little more tucked away and private.
I absolutely love the sweet, funny, and heartfelt card that was read right before he got down on one knee. Sometimes, there is so much excitement and nerves in the moment that the mind goes blank, and you don’t know what to say. Having a thoughtful card ready to read is a wonderful way to be sure you are saying exactly what you intend to in the moment. I just love this idea! She laughed and cried, and she said YES!
This tender moment never gets old. The floodgate of emotions, the excitement, and the love that is felt is unbeatable. When doing your proposal on Addison Street in Philadelphia, I recommend you get down on one knee right in the middle of the street. That is what offers the prettiest view. You get to see the trees and the lights, and it’s really the best angle. You don’t want to be don’t want to be on the sidewalk right next to a residence, that angle doesn’t capture the appeal of the location.
Once the initial shock had settled, we rolled right into more photos of this newly engaged couple. They could not have picked a prettier street for their photo session. With the historic brick row homes and the canopy of trees on either side, we walked along the cute sidewalks and found plenty of sweet spots for photos.
Check out this link below for a Spring proposal with cherry blossoms!
Addison Street Spring Proposal
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