Rittenhouse Square Travel Guide
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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.
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a stop at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Mütter Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Mütter Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Academy of Music
Enjoy a performance at Academy of Music, a popular theatre in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Miller Theater
Get tickets for a show at Miller Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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Top hotels in Rittenhouse Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Helpful staff. Easy check-in and check-out. Room was small, especially the bathroom, but adequate."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"I booked my reservation at Sofitel Rittenhouse starting Wednesday, even though I would not arrive until Thursday morning, because I was taking a red-eye and wanted to ensure my room would be ready upon arrival. I also called the hotel in advance to explain this and confirm my reservation would not ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location. Fun rooftop bar, nice coffee shop to grab something to go. Rooms are a bit small but affordable and well appointed."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"The location was fantastic. The rooms were clean, and the staff was exceptional! I will go back!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
W Philadelphia
"clean room little outdated"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia
"All was great"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
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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.
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 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.
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.
