Old City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City attractions
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Penn's View Hotel
"Our favorite place to stay in OId City"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
"My daughter and I stayed here one night for a concert in Camden, NJ. The hotel staff was nice to deal with, check-in and check-out were simple. Our room with 2 queen beds was spacious and clean, bathroom too. The free continental breakfast was a bonus! The hotel is just a short walk from the River ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"The location is great. The room was clean. Free coffee in the morning is a bonus."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
The Windsor Suites
"The room was “tired,” appearing not to have been updated in a while. The bathroom was small and the shower was weak, with very little pressure. The kitchen was also small and not well stocked with kitchen utensils (bottle opener, etc.). Yet, the room overall was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Old City
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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Citizens Bank Park.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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 Franklin Field.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
