West Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

A historic waterfront with classical architecture, including a neoclassical building and a bridge.
A statue of a man with raised arms in a park.
A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.
A statue of a man on horseback atop a pedestal with inscriptions.
An art museum with wooden floors, glass display cases, and various sculptures.

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Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.0/10 (6,105 reviews)
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

฿920
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,593
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

฿1,938
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

฿1,248
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,938
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

฿8,213
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
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Top hotels in West Philadelphia

4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,433 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿4,433
฿5,159 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Philadelphia Museum of Art ...
9/10 Wonderful! (773 reviews)
"In unit laundry, microwave, fridge, dishes, and separate bedroom"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

4211 Suites
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue

3 out of 5
4100 Presidential Boulevard Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,096 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,096
฿5,930 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,187 reviews)
"Overall, it was a good experience staying here."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
Philly Inn & Suites

Philly Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
4444 City Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,594 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿3,594
฿4,376 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,526 reviews)
"Great hotel clean room cold air and very relaxing"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Philly Inn & Suites
The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,621 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿7,621
฿8,868 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and staff. Great restaurant, bar and lobby. Spacious well appointed room. Felt like home"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Study at University City
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

4 out of 5
4200 City Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,174 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,174
฿6,073 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"This is an older property. It's clean. It's quiet. There is ample free parking. You will get your money's worth here."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
3600 Sansom St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,623 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿7,623
฿8,871 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Stayed here as it was close to the Penn Medicine Hospital so I could walk over, about a 15 minute walk. Property is well located near/of University of Pennsylvania’s campus. Parts of the rooms were updated, the rest less so but there is plenty of room and it was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
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Where to stay in West Philadelphia

Find the best West Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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South Philadelphia

Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Citizens Bank Park.

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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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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 Penn Museum.

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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.

West Philadelphia Travel Guide