Center City West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Center City West
Popular places to visit
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Mütter Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Mütter Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Philadelphia Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Center City West
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Very friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
All of the above. Excellent hotel and would stay at the Sofitel again.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Friendly, quick process
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG
The staff was so kind and everything was amazing! Highly recommend the restaurant on site!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Very nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Element Philadelphia Downtown
This was my first time in Philly and the first time at Element Philadelphia Downtown - and I loved it! Staff were friendly and helpful at check-in, even referring me to the W next door for concierge assistance, where they recommended an excellent restaurant within walking distance. The room was spotless ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Center City West
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
