Center City West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Mütter Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Mütter Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Liberty Place
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia with a trip to Liberty Place. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Explore the campus of Art Institute of Philadelphia during your travels in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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
Top hotels in Center City West
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The hotel is within walking distance of really good restaurants and the historic district. We had a one bedroom suite so the room was spacious and well appointed. Everything was clean and in good repair. The lobby bar is really nice, a great place to grab drinks and snacks. The breakfast buffet in ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Nice staff!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location and friendly staff. Very clean!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Place was beautiful, breakfast cafe was delicious, lounge area was cool. My bathroom was a little musty (cleaned with dirty rag). But overall was nice! Will come back!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
W Philadelphia
"The best hotel! 5 Stars! Great 7th floor pool and gym."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Stay in the Heart of Center City Philadelphia We had a wonderful stay at the Element Hotel Downtown Philadelphia. The property was clean, well-maintained, and in an excellent location right in the heart of Center City. The area felt very safe and secure, and the rooms were surprisingly ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Center City West
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier 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.
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 Lincoln Financial Field.
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 Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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.
