Melrose Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Top hotels in Melrose
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Great place to stay, very centric to shopping area"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"I arrived very late. At checked in, the customer service agent noticed my reservation was for the next day. He checked the room rate for that night, it was close to $1K and suggested for me to check online since I still have 10 minutes before midnights. I did managed to get a room at a similar rate ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Helpful even when I had to check in at a crazy time"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Location, location, location."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"Not the best location for safe walking to the museum locations."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"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
Where to stay in Melrose
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.
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.
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.
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.
