Center City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Center City attractions

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Pennsylvania Convention Center

8.6/10 (3,385 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

£44
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

£36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

£22
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions

£44
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

£44
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

£20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
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Top hotels in Center City

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is £178 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£178
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,469 reviews)
"Good jawn"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is £118 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£118
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
The Windsor Suites
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is £156 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£156
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,852 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is £174 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£174
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,779 reviews)
"Had a great overnight stay."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is £89 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£89
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,513 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £155 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
£155
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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Where to stay in Center City

Find the best Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

A downtown area with modern buildings, a plaza with outdoor seating, and pedestrians.

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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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 Penn Museum.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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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.

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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.

Center City Travel Guide

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