Center City West Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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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.

Stay near popular Center City West attractions

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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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,605
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

฿118,117
per adult
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

฿1,952
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

฿1,622
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

฿893
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,952
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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Top hotels in Center City West

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,675 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,675
฿5,047 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
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 ฿2,959 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,959
฿3,444 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,410 reviews)
"Staff was very hopeful and cordial. Good location room was clean. Very nice. Stay overall."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,702 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,702
฿5,471 total
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
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 ฿5,917 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,917
฿7,957 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,681 reviews)
"Staff very helpful in explaining a the amenities. I enjoyed the buffet breakfast.. very nice selections and presentation. Dining room staff very very helpful.. love the happy hour drinks. More selections of food at Happy Hour prices needed. I would return . Great location ."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
W Philadelphia

W Philadelphia

5 out of 5
1439 CHESTNUT ST Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,367 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿7,367
฿8,573 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (1,312 reviews)
"Very courteous staff. Central location near city hall. Nice outdoor pool and lounge area. Lovely room with views of South Philly."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

W Philadelphia
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,457 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,457
฿6,350 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,522 reviews)
"Excellent property and staff"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

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".
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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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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 nighttime pathway in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

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.

Center City West Travel Guide