Old City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Old City attractions

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Elfreth's Alley

9.6/10 (9 reviews)
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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
92% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

£187
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
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
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage

Philadelphia: Luggage Storage

£7
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage
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Top hotels in Old City

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street Philadelphia PA
The price is £81 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
£81
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,023 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and friendly, good room and great breakfast"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

3 out of 5
14 N Front St Philadelphia PA
The price is £79 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£79
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG

4.5 out of 5
433 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is £157 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£157
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is £84 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
£84
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is £92 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£92
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (4,867 reviews)
"Great location, very clean. The bathroom is a bit tight but everything else was great. Would definitely return."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundable
The price is £125 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
£125
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (3,398 reviews)
"Good location, big rooms. Strangely there’s a full stove in the kitchen but no pots, pans or utensils for cooking. You cannot even boil water."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

The Windsor Suites
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Where to stay in Old City

Find the best Old City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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