Old City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
National Museum of American Jewish History
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Second Bank of the United States
You can study the exhibits at Second Bank of the United States, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Carpenters' Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Carpenters' Hall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Clean room, kind staff. Great location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Efficient staff and great food and service at the Red Owl tavern, breakfast and dinner. Room and hallway carpet old, worn and traffic stained. Room we stayed in definitely needed makeover. Easy check in and valet parking. Staff, location and general amenities thumbs up, condition of carpet, baseboards ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Penn's View Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Beautiful affordable hotel free breakfast and nice view
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
The staff was very friendly. The room was a bit small and the light wasn't working in the entry so it was dark. The location was outstanding.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
VERY small room. Beautiful hotel but everything was so small, could barely get out stroller through the door.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like North Bowl and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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- Independence National Historical Park
- Historic Arch Street Meeting House
- Betsy Ross House
- Penn's Landing
- Elfreth's Alley
- National Museum of American Jewish History
- Arden Theater Company
- Second Bank of the United States
- Marine Corps Memorial Museum
- Philadelphia's Gay Bingo
- Carpenters' Hall
- Old St. Augustine's
- Bishop White House
- Hudson Beach Glass Philadelphia
- Christ Church
- Chemical Heritage Foundation Museum
- National Portrait Gallery
- Fireman's Hall
- Independence Mall
- Benjamin Franklin Bridge
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