Germantown Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Germantown
Stay near popular Germantown attractions
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Top hotels in Germantown
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites
"Rooms were huge and balcony fantastic."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"When we got our first room, it was so noisy. I think this is because of the demographic of people in the hotel. If you’re looking for a quiet and mature guests, this might not be the hotel for you. It can definitely be a party crowd. The walls are also very thin. Overall, the staff was excellent ..."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Where to stay in Germantown
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
