Gateway Travel Guide
Camden
Popular places to visit
Adventure Aquarium
Discover the secrets of the world’s oceans and rivers while getting close to thousands of aquatic creatures at this riverside aquarium.
Battleship New Jersey
Take an in-depth journey through American naval history on a guided tour of this celebrated battleship, now decommissioned and providing naval history education.
Wiggins Park and Marina
On the banks of the Delaware River is a beautiful tree-lined park with a concert stage, picnic grounds and scenic waterfront promenade.
Walt Whitman House
This 19th-century house presents an insight into the fascinating life and revered works of the decorated American poet Walt Whitman.
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Designed in the Gothic Revival-style, this 19th-century religious landmark is one of the most notable architectural highlights of Downtown Camden.
St. Joseph Polish Catholic Church
Find out about the history of Camden when you take a trip to St. Joseph Polish Catholic Church. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Top hotels in Gateway
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Nice compact hotel but no amenities like breakfast at minimum. Rained my entire stay so bummer I had to leave hotel to get food"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Hotel was amazing. Only downfall is that the $250 hold they added to my account for incidentals. That was too high in my opinion considering I had to wait 3-5 days to get it back after I checked out."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Rooms were large and comfy. Pool felt amazing on 98 degree days. Irish pub on site was delicious and had live music for one of the nights of our stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"No breakfast is crazy, paying for parking is crazy. Not getting a clean room is crazy. Too much competition not to."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"No microwave. Very poor."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"simple, centrally located, modern, but with attention to what matters: good modern lighting, comfy bed, small but functional bathroom, ood cappuccino downstairs. And efficient people behind the desk. There were double shades over a single window that opened and the heating/cooling system was just ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
North Camden
When in North Camden, you can plan a visit to Rutgers - Camden Center for the Arts and Delaware River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Waterfront South
While Waterfront South may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Battleship New Jersey and Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.
