Washington Square West Travel Guide

Philadelphia

The Theatre of Life - one of my favorite murals in Philly! Mural Arts Philadelphia is the nation's largest public art program and has helped Philadelphia earn the title the "City of  Murals."
The Theatre of Life - one of my favorite murals in Philly! Mural Arts Philadelphia is the nation's largest public art program and has helped Philadelphia earn the title the "City of  Murals."
My absolute favorite mural in Philly! Look up the Mural Mile online and go in a self-guided walking tour of some of Philly's most popular murals in Center City.
City streets of Philadelphia
Scarlet building in Philadelphia

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Washington Square West

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

4 out of 5
237 S. Broad St. Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,568 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿3,568
฿4,152 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,578 reviews)
The room i had Reserved was taken so i was upgraded to a suite with a view. The staff was very help.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,833 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿5,833
฿6,788 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,955 reviews)
I had a great stay. Bed was very comfortable

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Cambria Hotel Downtown-Center City

Cambria Hotel Downtown-Center City

3 out of 5
219 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,665 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿3,665
฿4,265 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,582 reviews)
The hotel was in a great location. The room was clean and modern. Had all I need for my one night stay. The staff at the front desk and valet parking well curtious and helpful. I would highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Cambria Hotel Downtown-Center City
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,230 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿6,230
฿7,250 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,819 reviews)
Every staff member that we encountered was friendly and helpful! The room was spotless! These two things are my top priorities.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City

2.5 out of 5
261 S 13th St Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,522 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
฿3,522
฿4,098 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
The rooms had great personality and design. The breakfast good and had a decent selection.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1305 Walnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,506 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿3,506
฿4,080 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,116 reviews)
Staff great

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Square West

Street art in Philadelphia

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 Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

Center City
Reading Terminal Market featuring interior views, markets and signage

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.

Market East
Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park.  Confirmed as UNESCO cultural site in 1979.

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

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.

Society Hill
View from the top of the observatory sky deck

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.

Rittenhouse Square


Washington Square West Travel Guide