Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

Philadelphia

Parkway Museum District
Philadelphia Museum of Art featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and a sunset
Parkway Museum District
Philadelphia Museum of Art which includes night scenes, a city and a high-rise building
Philadelphia showing autumn colours, a skyscraper and a city

Popular places to visit

Philadelphia Museum of Art showing art

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.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.

Benjamin Franklin Parkway
City Hall

City Hall

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

City Hall
The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute

You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

The Franklin Institute
Rocky Statue

Rocky Statue

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Rocky Statue
Barnes Foundation

Barnes Foundation

You can browse the exhibits at Barnes Foundation, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Barnes Foundation

Things to do

Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

฿973
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

฿1,914
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,914
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,110
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

฿23,779
per adult
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York
The famous Rocky Statue

Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour

฿1,135
per adult
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Parkway Museum District

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿3,599 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,599
฿4,941 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,841 reviews)
Excellent location
"Very nice hotel. Nice neighborhood with great restaurants near by."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
One Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿5,161 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,161
฿6,006 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,196 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. Love the proximity to museums and other landmarks."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿4,124 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,124
฿4,799 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Loving Philly...
"Enjoyed my stay, great location, good walking environment, great gym. Could improve bathroom lighting."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott

4 out of 5
21 N Juniper St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿5,161 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿5,161
฿6,816 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Tub was slippery for showering, with no bath mat available."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

3 out of 5
101 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿3,864 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿3,864
฿4,497 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"The location and the building are great. On the whole, the hotel is a very good deal. Two things I think could be improved: there should be more drinks available in cans or glass bottles instead of plastic, and there should be a way to opt out of room cleaning when it isn't necessary. Both of these ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿4,347 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿4,347
฿5,059 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,921 reviews)
"Everyone was very welcoming and helpful! I will definitely come back to this location!!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

The Windsor Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkway Museum District

Academy of Natural Sciences featuring zoo animals, animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Logan Square

Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Logan Square
Philadelphia featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Center City West

If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Center City West
Philadelphia featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

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.

Rittenhouse Square
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Midtown Village

While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.

Midtown Village
Liberty Bell Center which includes a city, a monument and heritage architecture

Center City

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Market East

Parkway Museum District Travel Guide