South Philadelphia East Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Photo by Lisa Warmouth Strusowski
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Popular places to visit

Wells Fargo Center

Wells Fargo Center

5/5(7 reviews)

Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.

Wells Fargo Center
Citizens Bank Park

Citizens Bank Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Citizens Bank Park
South Philadelphia Sports Complex

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.

South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square

4/5(29 reviews)

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.

Rittenhouse Square
Pennsylvania Convention Center

Pennsylvania Convention Center

4.5/5(14 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania

5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.

University of Pennsylvania

Things to do

Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

฿982
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

฿1,932
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,189
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,932
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

฿950
per adult
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

฿24,009
per adult
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia East

Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia

Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia

4 out of 5
900 Packer Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free parking, a casino and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,424 reviews)
Comfy Stay at Live!
"So pleased! The standard room felt luxurious! From the large sleeping area, large bathroom and vanity to the super soft sheets and firm but not too firm bed. Front desk staff was very friendly and check in was quick. Excellent location for the 5 minute walk to Citizens bank park and Lincoln Field. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

3 out of 5
1001 Intrepid Ave, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿5,766 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿5,766
฿6,710 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"The Staff."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿3,366 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,366
฿3,917 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,033 reviews)
"Some of the rooms are small, but most not. Fridge and microwave available and delivered quickly. Great location from which to access city attractions. No on-site food, but nice coffee machine in lobby"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

4 out of 5
201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,662 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,662
฿5,426 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,332 reviews)
"The riverfront will eventually be a better place to stay, but it’s currently under construction"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,213 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,213
฿4,494 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,902 reviews)
"For the most part it ws excellent"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA
The price is ฿3,803 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,803
฿4,425 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,466 reviews)
"Very nice place, rooms very clean, enough towels, comfortable bed. Staff and shuttle driver very nasty, insulting and unfriendly. Bathtub was clogged, so while you were taking a shower you were standing in your dirty water, no dining menu in the room."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around South Philadelphia East

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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 Citizens Bank Park.

South Philadelphia
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Penn's Landing

Are you interested in fascinating museums, great live music and acclaimed art galleries? A visit to Penn's Landing might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like RiverLink Ferry and Penn's Landing.

Penn's Landing
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Washington Square West

While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Washington Square 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.

Center City

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