Center Square Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Center Square
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car
Top hotels in Center Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Very clean and lovely room, although the bathroom was incredibly small and tight in comparison to the rest of the space. The hotel had an excellent location that was within walking distance to a ton of Philadelphia attractions, restaurants, shops, and neighborhoods we wanted to visit."
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location, efficient space!"
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026
The Windsor Suites
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"Great value, friendly and helpful staff, better than expected free breakfast and unbeatable location. Unusual to feel so at home in a hotel."
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"Very clean and convenient hotel, Within walking distance to all of the major historical sites. Parking for $44/day with in and out privileges. Would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026
Where to stay in Center Square
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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.
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.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.
