University City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Penn Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Penn Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Clarence Clark park
Clarence Clark park is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Palestra
Catch an event at The Palestra during your trip to Philadelphia. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
The location was sketchy. There were open lots full of glass and trash on multiple sides. It's on a street with three different police stations and you hear sirens at all hours of the night. Just up the street in any direction are people smoking pot, sitting on stoops, and looking at you with a mean ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Study at University City
The Study is a beautiful property, located well if you need a place near the university. The views of the city are pretty. Excellent lobby with ample seating, artwork, flowers. Lots of room to sit and work. Breakfast was excellent and the restaurant itself seems popular. The bedding is super ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Very clean and friendly
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
AKA University City
Large room, great view of the city!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Having the water bottle fill up station on each floor and the coffee machine in the lobby was wonderful.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Though we would like the ADA accessible double queen to be a bit larger to accommodate a wheel chair, we appreciated the shower/bath handles, low heights for hangers, and close vicinity to the elevator. There are also lots of power outlets for your devices! From Front desk to room service, to security, ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University City
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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.
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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
