Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.0/10 (6,105 reviews)
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
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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
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

£49
per adult
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
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
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 Parkway Museum District

The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundable
The price is £112 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
£112
28 Oct - 29 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
Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

3 out of 5
101 North Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is £115 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£115
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,149 reviews)
"In general we enjoyed our stay until the last night when we were woken up by a loud party in the room next door in the middle of the night. We called for security but I don’t think they ever came. The guests kept trying to open the room adjoining door to our room. It was really frustrating. Otherwise, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is £136 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£136
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1421 Arch St Philadelphia PA
The price is £143 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£143
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (515 reviews)
"The hotel staff was wonderful and helpful. The room was clean and the location of the hotel was perfect. We were in walking distance to so many attractions and beautiful views of the city. Loved it!! Definitely will plan to stay here on my next Philly visit."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street Philadelphia PA
The price is £122 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£122
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
One Logan Square Philadelphia PA
The price is £150 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£150
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Parkway Museum District

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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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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.

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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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