Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Northwest Philadelphia attractions

Morris Arboretum

6.8/5 (6 reviews)
Stroll among ancient trees, wetland tours and garden displays, in this peaceful setting that offers a reprieve from urban sightseeing.
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

฿920
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,593
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

฿1,938
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

฿1,248
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,938
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,213
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
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Top hotels in Northwest Philadelphia

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,619 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿6,619
฿7,702 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,094 reviews)
"I wish I could give this above 5 stars. From check in to check out everything was amazing. You can’t beat the location either! I will absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,321 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿5,321
฿7,276 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,422 reviews)
"Close to everything , very nice hotel ."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,964 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿3,964
฿4,613 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,675 reviews)
"Didn't like the small room. And that you take an elevator to the lobby"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,953 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,953
฿6,928 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews)
"The view was nice, room service food was delicious. The room however was very dusty. Looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in some time."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

3 out of 5
1301 Race St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,909 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,909
฿6,876 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,954 reviews)
"Great location. Helpful staff and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿8,978 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿8,978
฿11,682 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 indoor pickleball courts and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The Bellevue is a top notch hotel with beautiful rooms and amenities. The fact that you have access to their gym is amazing, it's one of the most amazing gym's I've ever been to."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in Northwest Philadelphia

Find the best Northwest Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Lincoln Financial Field.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide