Title: Old City Travel Guide: Best of Old City, Philadelphia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Old City](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-City-Philadelphia-Hotels.0-n6057649-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Philadelphia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Philadelphia.d178297.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Philadelphia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Philadelphia.d178297.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Old City Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Old-City.d6057649.Car-Hire-Guide)[Old City Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-City.d6057649.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Old City Travel Guide ## Philadelphia ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078625/67f17714-5ca1-4edf-9eeb-7fc60b16cd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078625/cd2f5e80-236f-4c1b-a1cd-cebf6913d4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Philadelphia_OldCity_6057649_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057649/5203d9fd-81ea-4cb4-93dd-1a4593d93c95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![City Hall Philadelphia, PA; Shutterstock ID 387268015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057649/2a2af761-f2df-4d13-a947-b66d08bfec8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/bf618256-5bca-4d7f-8d2f-60ab97c1d061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old City Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Philadelphia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia.dx178297) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Betsy Ross house and Hanging American Flag in Philadelphia PA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502281/c18fd448-c64a-4b6c-b4b0-7558450bba83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Betsy Ross House You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Betsy-Ross-House-Philadelphia.d502281.Attraction) ![Elfreth's Alley](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/254cb352-2673-4c13-b902-0b03926305b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elfreth's Alley Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Elfreths-Alley-Philadelphia.d502279.Attraction) ![National Museum of American Jewish History](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078625/67f17714-5ca1-4edf-9eeb-7fc60b16cd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of American Jewish History You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-American-Jewish-History-Philadelphia.d6078625.Attraction) ![Carpenters' Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/6230d931-e8f8-4ce3-a4f1-392589e91dfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carpenters' Hall Find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Carpenters' Hall. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carpenters-Hall-Philadelphia.d6078635.Attraction) ![Blue Cross RiverRink](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/f0234494-769b-48c0-bc78-fff9c4f71189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Cross RiverRink You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Cross-RiverRink-Philadelphia.d553248635975667528.Attraction) #### Museum of the American Revolution You can study the exhibits at Museum of the American Revolution, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-The-American-Revolution-Philadelphia.d553248634373893008.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/500760/2fbcdec9-b888-47d6-85b7-bc2804ce4b4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions £44 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/go-city-philadelphia-all-inclusive-pass-with-30-attractions.a500760.activity-details) ![Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/484128/57d67961-5bf5-4838-8489-2219d40dfd2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions £44 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/go-city-philadelphia-explorer-pass-choose-3-to-7-attractions.a484128.activity-details) ![Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46246606/a42365b4-5d89-4878-9c86-b89d4ceb52f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA £187 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polaris-slingshot-rental-philadelphia.a46246606.activity-details) ![Philadelphia: Luggage Storage in Old City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48208291/97a8eb06-29ba-41c5-a6b6-2feee0d75a4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Philadelphia: Luggage Storage Near Independence Hall £7 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/philadelphia-luggage-storage-near-independence-hall.a48208291.activity-details) ![Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49515383/e5318a2f-a73b-4cd1-ae82-ae1b87a12fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/philadelphia-the-franklin-institute-entry-ticket.a49515383.activity-details) ![2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3972291/ed41506d-8e37-4a1c-8b22-df830b35abbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show £34 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/25-hour-philadelphia-history-tour-with-washington-war-tent-show.a3972291.activity-details) [See all activities in Philadelphia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Philadelphia.d178297.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Old City ![Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15700/15646/af143181_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District 400 Arch Street Philadelphia PA £86 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (3,529 reviews) This is a perfect location within walking distance of so many major historical sites and museums! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. We loved everything about our stay. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=15646&PinnedHotelID=15646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) ![Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118200/5118113/2d731048_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG 433 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA £137 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,268 reviews) The hotel Staff is friendly, the rooms are big. You need to increase the seating space in the lobby, especially if you are serving wine at 5pm. Maybe a nice long community table with chairs. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=5118113&PinnedHotelID=5118113&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) ![Penn's View Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25400/25320/b968c78d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Penn's View Hotel 14 N Front St Philadelphia PA £94 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Lovely hotel in a great location. Our go to in old city! Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=25320&PinnedHotelID=25320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) ![Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13878/d7a03c67_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG 100 N Christopher Columbus Blvd Philadelphia PA £107 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) In the center of downtown. Great location and staff and breakfast. Sketchy people linger around though and they never sent back my deposit. There was absolutely no reason for them to keep it. Wouldn't recommend if you want your deposit back. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=13878&PinnedHotelID=13878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) ![Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11363/f2ba82e4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection 235 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA £117 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Lovely room, great breakfasts, great location close to so many activities, friendly staff, easy parking arrangements, great value for the money. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=11363&PinnedHotelID=11363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) ![Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/451400/451351/ebbef731_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia 1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £104 29 Mar - 30 Mar 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! (4,404 reviews) Nice! Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=451351&PinnedHotelID=451351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6057649) [See all 3,014 properties in Old City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6057649) 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. ## Check Old City hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6057649&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Old City ![Center City East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/eceba668-67ea-43f7-80b5-c33576f62d0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Center City East If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Center-City-East.dx553248635976472430) ![Society Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167119/a74a1bbc-35cb-466b-9b74-1170c008b161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Society Hill Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Society-Hill.dx6167119) ![Northern Liberties in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578385/8b68c418-9105-4b8c-bd66-9af1d4339e31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northern Liberties While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Northern-Liberties.dx553248635939578385) ![Market East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502301/780c9dec-3e53-4cd6-8233-99bb784385ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Market East Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Market-East.dx553248633938969356) ![Center City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502282/a6329ce8-19f5-44e0-b247-3567ecc7d357.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Center City 4.5/5(140 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Center-City.dx6057646) ![Washington Square West](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2786/d81f81fc-f618-4527-a6ff-bcde1f3b39a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Washington Square West While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Lucky Strike Lanes, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station. 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