City leaders plan changes to Jeweler's Row to attract more tourists in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Changes are coming to Jeweler's Row to make the area more of a tourist destination in Philadelphia.

The Center City district completed streetscape improvements making the location more pedestrian-friendly.

There are new lights, banner poles, and planters along the 600 and 700 blocks of Sansom Street.

On Monday, city leaders laid out plans for next year, which include a new welcoming overhead arch.

The goal is to attract more visitors and shoppers from Independence Hall.