West Philadelphia Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Philadelphia Zoo home during your trip to Philadelphia? Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Park, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Please Touch Museum
You can take time to visit Please Touch Museum during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Strawberry Mansion
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Strawberry Mansion. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in West Philadelphia
4211 Suites
Everything was good except for the garage controlled by a mechanical robot. One day I came down to get my car and the garage was being worked on and there was no communication from the property.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
Honestly, I didn't know anything about the breakfast. We had to leave the hotel at 05:45 a.m. on day 1 and 07:30 on day 2.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Spotless
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
Great stay for a grad school event weekend!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Great overall
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue
The front desk has 2 brothers working. They were both excellent. They made sure everything was right and were very friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Philadelphia
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
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 Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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.
