West Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

A historic waterfront with classical architecture, including a neoclassical building and a bridge.
A statue of a man with raised arms in a park.
A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.
A statue of a man on horseback atop a pedestal with inscriptions.
An art museum with wooden floors, glass display cases, and various sculptures.

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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

£43
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

£21
per adult
100% 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

£43
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 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: 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 West Philadelphia

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

3 out of 5
4100 Presidential Boulevard Philadelphia PA
The price is £116 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£116
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,258 reviews)
"Staff are pleasant and helpful despite it being such a busy place. Rooms are always clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is £187 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£187
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice for a one night stay"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Study at University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3549 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is £153 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£153
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"I stayed at this hotel for two nights, from August 29 to August 31, 2026. Overall, I had a very good experience. The hotel was very clean, and the room was comfortable and well maintained. The only issue that really bothered me was the bathroom exhaust fan. At night, the fan kept running continuously, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £76 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£76
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
9/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
"Hotel room was clean . But after 1 shower there was no more hot water in either room. Website said there was parking . Well when I showed up in my Tahoe I was told they don’t have room for a car like that “ah ok” . So had to park 5 blocks down the road . So there I was walking through Downtown Philly ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

4211 Suites
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

3 out of 5
4109 Walnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is £133 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£133
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

4 out of 5
4200 City Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is £113 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
£113
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
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Where to stay in West Philadelphia

Find the best West Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about West Philadelphia
Learn more about West Philadelphia
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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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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

A park with a gazebo, benches, and trees.

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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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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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