Center City East Travel Guide
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Visit Center City East
Stay near popular Center City East attractions
Things to do

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Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Top hotels in Center City East

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"My favorite hotel when im visiting Philadelphia. Friendly staff and clean rooms"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"It was just okay. Bathroom didn’t have an exhaust fan and the noise from the hallway was noticeable at night. Personal preference but the room didn’t get cold enough for me and the pillows were too thin, however the bed was quite comfortable."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"Great location"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"The staff at check in were a little rude. I stood there for awhile because the man was chatting with a team mate. We witnessed another customer that was ignored. The hotel was very noisey. I would have expected better for the high price i paid."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
"Check in process was pretty disoriented and took longer than other hotels. Room had big tub but water was luke warm or cold most of stay. Fairly noisy if facing 95. TV in room was 15-20 years old"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Where to stay in Center City East

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.

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.

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.

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.

West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.

























