Center City West Travel Guide

Philadelphia

A park with cherry blossoms, yellow daffodils, and benches.
A historic building with classical architecture, a fountain, and modern high-rise buildings in the background.
A city square with historic buildings, a fountain, and people walking.
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A large, ornate building with a clock tower and statues on top.

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City Hall

8.8/10 (1,285 reviews)
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event 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

฿1,975
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

฿904
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

฿669
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,975
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car

One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car

฿1,841
per adult
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car
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Top hotels in Center City West

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,270 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿4,270
฿4,969 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (4,796 reviews)
"I'm not sure how this place is ranked so highly because it's not very nice. It's not awful either, it's just fine. Good central location, but dated and tired. The bathroom was like a hostel. I was on the top floor so my room had no interior windows. It was quite odd."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿8,460 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿8,460
฿10,939 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,559 reviews)
"I wanted a French hotel and it met all my requirements and exceeded my expectations. I will definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
W Philadelphia

W Philadelphia

5 out of 5
1439 CHESTNUT ST Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿8,359 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿8,359
฿9,727 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,261 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

W Philadelphia
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,367 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,367
฿3,918 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,875 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿5,875
฿7,617 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,394 reviews)
"The building itself was beautiful, clean and i absolutely loved the hotel smell ! Staff was kind, warm and hospitable! Parking was easy to come and go as I pleased. The only drawbacks were: The laundry room of 1 and 1, smelled terrible. Like mildew and dirtiness. The air conditioner vent was extremely ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,211 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿6,211
฿7,228 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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Where to stay in Center City West

Find the best Center City West 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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
Photo by Ann Sair
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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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 Highmark 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.

Center City West Travel Guide