Old City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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 acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event 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 theatre scene and great live music 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.
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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
This is a convenient location with comfortable beds. But it clearly hasn't been updated in years and feels dated and dingy. Weird things kept happening to us -- we paid the hotel for parking but then the machine at the garage didn't recognize the validated ticket and tried to charge me to get out; ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Penn's View Hotel
Love the location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Valet parking was a lifesaver. They're all about convenience here, and it's great. At the same time they're very attentive. You can text with questions, you don't have to call. Bed was super comfy! Room was very nice. I'd absolutely stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Very helpful staff that corrected a problem and put us in a room with a fantastic view! They also had soft pretzels, which was just such a nice bonus!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Nice and clean and very quiet!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The check-in gentleman was very helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center 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 National Shrine of St. John Neumann 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 Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, 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.
