South Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
"Live Casino is the best. I stay there as often as possible!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"The property was in a location that was very convenient for going to an event at the stadium. Room was very nice. Met our needs."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
"It was private and quiet except for the subway going by outside. Since there is no front desk you get the entrance codes from an off site office. It took an hour of back and forth to get the codes. They kept sending dead links. The same at checkout. The floors needed cleaning. The bed was supposed ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
"The room was super dirty and there were bugs on the floor under table and looked like blood spots on the sheets from possible bed bugs, sheets weren’t put on the bed correctly chips and dirt on the floor and in corners and everywhere didn’t feel clean at all to the point we didn’t unpack we just ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
"Great staff at check in. Clean rooms and hotel perfect spot to big venues within walking distance. Great restaurant on site as well."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Best hotel in downtown Philly. Cozy, unique atmosphere, chill vibes, very quiet, super helpful and kind staff, and the absolute perfect location. Rooms are small, but that’s no problem as long as you are prepared for it. Worked well for my solo trip. If you have multiple people who need to spread ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia
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.
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 Cherry Street Pier are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
