Center City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Center City attractions

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Pennsylvania Convention Center

8.6/10 (3,385 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries 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

฿1,593
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,938
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

฿1,938
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

฿1,248
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,213
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

฿265
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Center City

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,292 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿6,292
per night
23 Jul - 24 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! (2,136 reviews)
"all good, no complains..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,820 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿4,820
per night
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (2,455 reviews)
"This has been my favorite US hotel for many years. I was somewhat disappointed this trip, primarily because the maintenance/cleaning staff woke me up one morning, by speaking VERY loudly at dawn. Regretably, I was unable to get back to sleep."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at 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 ฿4,257 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿4,257
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
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! (4,715 reviews)
"Great location and nice hotel, so would definitely recommend. The water on every floor was very helpful during a heat wave."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,991 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿5,991
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,899 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Great location to be able to walk to many of the sights in Philadelphia"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿8,501 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿8,501
per night
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 indoor pickleball courts and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"IRA is the best part of this hotel!! The WiFi was spotty but the place is beautiful and well located. The new supper club is insanely gorgeous!! And the gym!!!!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

3 out of 5
1301 Race St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,790 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,790
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,978 reviews)
"We like the servince"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
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Where to stay in Center City

Find the best Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A narrow street lined with red brick buildings, a cobblestone path, and a black lamppost.

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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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 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 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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