Fairmount Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Eastern State Penitentiary. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries 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 great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Fairmount
The Maj Hotel
I loved it
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Super staff and coffee. Only downside was getting the luggage from the car
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
In the middle of a remodel - it needs it!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Windsor Suites
The most amazing staff I have ever encountered in a hotel stay. Highly recommend I was displaced having work done on my apartment and needed a place close to home that felt like home.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Clean room. Great service
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Excellent Staff & Service! I gave a 5 star googlemaps review and will be back! Julia and her manager were really good to me and helped with an issue I caused. They were so kind and made everything right. I am so grateful. This is my new favorite place to stay in Philly!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
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.
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.
Fairmount Travel Guide
- The Met Philadelphia
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- Rocky Statue
- Rocky Steps
- Francisville Playground
- Joan of Arc Statue
- Rittenhouse Square
- Pennsylvania Convention Center
- Lincoln Financial Field
- University of Pennsylvania
- Citizens Bank Park
- Liberty Bell Center
- King of Prussia Mall
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Parx Casino and Racetrack
- Coco Key Water Resort
- Adventure Aquarium
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Rowan University
- Swarthmore College
- Big Kahuna's Water Park
