Center City West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Center City West
Stay near popular Center City West attractions
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car
Top hotels in Center City West
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Although the property is a bit dated, it is very clean."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"Great stay!"
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"This hotel was fine. It is getting a bit dated and a bit dingy. The room was clean. The HVAC was relatively loud. The staff was helpful."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
W Philadelphia
"Check-in was very smooth, especially for a weekend as chaotic as Halloween can be. Our room was ready early, which was great. The text with a link of suggested restaurants in the area was also very helpful. The staff was very polite and attentive. And the rate was resaonable, too."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
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 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.
