Market East Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Market East
Stay near popular Market East attractions
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
Top hotels in Market East
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Location is great. Not enough staff or elevators to handle the guest load."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"I was pretty disappointed with my stay considering how expensive it was. My shower didn’t always have cold water and the sink was constantly backed up which is annoying and gross. The room was also really hot despite the AC being turned down to 65."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"Great location....comfy beds....next door to Reading Terminal market! Close to Septa station. Great experience 👍"
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA
"Excellent Home 2 Suites by Hilton Hotel. Conveniently located within walking distance to Chinatown, Philadelphia City Hall and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The hotel sits across from Reading Terminal Market and next to the Philadelphia Convention Center. The rooms are very clean and tidy. Really ..."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
"Beautiful hotel, great staff, and excellent location. Would stay again"
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Center City
"large spacious rooms, we had a large bathroom with plenty of counter space and drawers to keep my makeup etc off counter. My husband went to breakfast most mornings and said it was ok."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Market East
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.
