University City Travel Guide
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BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
£45
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Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
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Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is £104 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£104
per night
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Philadelphia Museum of Art ...
9/10 Wonderful! (779 reviews)
"The room is decorated in simplistic style. So even though there is a full kitchen, there was no dish detergent or dish sponges. There was also no pots or pans even though there is a stove top. The bathroom has lots of safety railings, but no space for personal toiletries or hooks for robes or ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
The Study at University City
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is £173 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£173
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"Great hotel--clean, calm atmosphere; good food; great staff"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
3549 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is £162 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£162
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great location plenty of bars and cafes around the area, 25 mins walk into city."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
3600 Sansom St Philadelphia PA
The price is £177 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£177
per night
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this boutique hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Stayed here as it was close to the Penn Medicine Hospital so I could walk over, about a 15 minute walk. Property is well located near/of University of Pennsylvania’s campus. Parts of the rooms were updated, the rest less so but there is plenty of room and it was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is £163 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£163
per night
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,154 reviews)
"Location of the hotel: excellent Check-in: very easy Staff at front desk: very helpful Room: very quiet; on the 8th floor, in the Headhouse Tower Room cleanliness: needs thorough cleaning (carpet was sticky) House-keeping: hit-and-miss --missing on day one; second day, had to call for clean-up; third ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is £117 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£117
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (4,724 reviews)
"I appreciate the folks at Club Quarters. After an evening of flight delays, I didn't get to the hotel until 4:30AM the next morning. There was someone available to check me in and get the few hours of sleep and a shower I needed before work. Appreciate the understanding of a super late check in."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in University City
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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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station 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 Citizens Bank Park.
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 Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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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