South Philadelphia East Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Navy Yard
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by The Navy Yard. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Enjoy an outing to South Philadelphia Sports Complex during your stay in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Top hotels in South Philadelphia East
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
"Good service. Quality rooms and common areas. Well stay here again"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
"Short stay. But every part of the staff was very friendly, and helpful. I would definitely stay again for my next trip."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Our room was clean and our floor was quiet."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Everything about the hotel was perfect. My only complaint was the the parking attendants. I don't really appreciate the racket of getting me to fill out a valet ticket while I unload my vehicle to check in so that at the front desk they think that I used their valet service, when in fact I parked ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Great location. Rooms are clean and well maintained."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location, good size room."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
