South Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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A Wells Fargo Center with a modern glass facade and a large sign.
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A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".

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Lincoln Financial Field

8.8/10 (1,744 reviews)
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

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

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

฿1,975
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,368
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,975
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

฿971
per adult
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

฿38
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

4 out of 5
900 Packer Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,871 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,871
฿7,609 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

3 out of 5
2033 Penrose Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,703 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿3,703
฿4,310 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,670 reviews)
"Despite the crowd at checking the staff did great at checking everyone in quickly"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

4 out of 5
701 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,099 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,099
฿4,770 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
8.2/10 Very good! (122 reviews)
"No"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

2 out of 5
628 S 5th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿2,700 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,700
฿3,119 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse ...
7.8/10 Good! (64 reviews)
"Amazing ambiet"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
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 ฿8,037 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿8,037
฿9,352 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Great drinks at the lobby bar just wish it was open a little later!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

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 ฿4,008 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,008
฿4,664 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia

Find the best South Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Philadelphia
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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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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley 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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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.

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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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.

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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.

South Philadelphia Travel Guide