Washington Square West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Washington Square West
Popular places to visit
Walnut Street Theatre
Enjoy a show at Walnut Street Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lucky Strike Lanes
You can take time to visit Lucky Strike Lanes during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Lantern Theater Company at St. Stephen's Theater
Enjoy a show at Lantern Theater Company at St. Stephen's Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania
You can study the exhibits at Historical Society of Pennsylvania, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Wilma Theater
Enjoy a show at Wilma Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Caplan Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy an outing to Caplan Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Top hotels in Washington Square West
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"It was very clean and the staff was excellent."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City
"Comfortable room, excellent water pressure, relaxing decor"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
"Awful. Tiny rooms. Very overpriced"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
"I would stay again"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City
"Kept looking good, although the rooms’ floor is acrylic DARK wood imitation, so it’s impossible to see if it’s actually clean. I had to wipe off a spill of water, to prevent slippery situations, and the wiper came out very dirty off of the wet floor."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Quality Inn Philadelphia Center City
"Location was convenient but that was about it. When we arrived we were told that our room was on the 7th floor but the elevator (very small) only went to the sixth floor and we would have to climb the stairs….not a big deal but it was a very steep set of stairs that led to the “William Penn Suite”. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Washington Square West
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.
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.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the 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.
