Fishtown Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Philadelphia: Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket
Philadelphia: Reading Terminal Market Walking Tour
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Top hotels in Fishtown
Anna & Bel
Friendly staff, clean and very well appointed rooms, beautiful aesthetics, wonderful amenities and good food. Amazing and will always return.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Riversuites at The Battery
Love the early check-in and breakfast
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Location is perfect
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
The staff was courteous
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
The room was clean, the staff was so nice and the location was perfect for my needs
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The room was not very clean when we arrived. There was hair everywhere on the bathroom floor. After the third day I had to leave a note for the housekeeper to clean the bathroom floor for us
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fishtown
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Kensington
When in Kensington and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or The Liacouras Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Somerset Station or Berks St & Girard Ave Stop.
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.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
Fishtown Travel Guide
- University of Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Reading Terminal Market
- Temple University
- King of Prussia Mall
- Liberty Bell Center
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Coco Key Water Resort
- Independence Hall
- Adventure Aquarium
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Fairmount Park
- Valley Forge National Historic Park
- Cherry Hill Mall
- Funplex
