Philadelphia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Philadelphia

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Center City

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

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.

Center City
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University City

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

University City
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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.

South Philadelphia
Walkway and buildings at night, at Rittenhouse Square in Philade

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.

Rittenhouse Square
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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

Old City
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West Philadelphia

3/5(1 area review)

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like 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.

West Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is 2.996.771 ₫ per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
2.996.771 ₫
3.487.341 ₫ total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,599 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Windsor Suites
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
8900 Bartram Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is 2.789.811 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
2.789.811 ₫
3.246.503 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,506 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is 3.296.161 ₫ per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
3.296.161 ₫
3.835.742 ₫ total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,388 reviews)
No water it was broken

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

4 out of 5
4630 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,412 reviews)
This is the absolute worse hotel I have ever stayed in. Please listen to me and dont reserve a room. The place is old and worn. Went in my room and had 2 broken mirrors in one room( cracked). Pots and pans dirty. Manyothers..management in

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (567 reviews)
No amenities

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

4211 Suites
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

4 out of 5
701 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Xfinity Mobile ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (53 reviews)
Close to crazy town

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Philadelphia

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wear flat shoes so you can walk everywhere its a very historical city you need to walk the streets to see the magnificent buildings. Liberty one is good and the market is very busy giving it a great atmosphere

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

P hiladelphia is good and wekk organised city.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Philly is a great city and a good location to reach out to the coast and into New York by train if you don’t want the hassle of finding accommodation in NY

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great city and very walkable.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A very interesting historical city with lots to do on walking tours and Hop on Hop Off buses in abundance. Well worth a visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved historic Philadelphia!

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