Gayborhood Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field 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.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Top hotels in Gayborhood
DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
"Was easily accessible by public transportation for what we wanted to do. Very convenient location and overall good stay"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City
"This was a wonderful place to stay. It was right in the middle of everything we wanted to do while in Philly. We were able to walk everywhere and enjoy the vibrant community around the hotel. The staff was wonderful and the food was great."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City
"Great location for all of the hustle and bustle of downtown Philly. If in town for a sporting event, you can make the hour long walk to the ballpark/stadium/arena complex (walk felt safe) and take the subway back or can subway both ways. Would definitely stay at this hotel again."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Alexander Inn
"A nice hotel at the heart of Philadelphia. Rooms are small but clean. Free welcoming drinks are great. Staff could be a bit nicer to their guests."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Quality Inn Philadelphia Center City
"The room was not clean. The headboard had stains, the carpet was not vacuumed and the toilet ran all night. When we pulled the sheets back there was a gum wrapper on the sheets!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Tiny, tiny, tiny rooms and even tinier bathrooms. Worse than NYC. Scuffs on walls, tired carpets, weird smell."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gayborhood
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.
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier 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.
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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.
