East Parkside Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in East Parkside
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Room was filthy. Had to track down staff to clean up an unknown red substance on the floor beside the bed. Floor had various bits of garbage like packaging, dental floss etc.. Surfaces were dusty. TV remote had visible crusty dirt. So gross! Sent a message upon check in but never heard from them. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Our room was not ready at check-in time. We were told that they were finishing up, and it would be 10-15 minutes. After a half-hour, I went back to the front desk. Our room was still not ready, but they found us another room. Unfortunately, it was never updated in their system. The next morning, ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
"We had an issue upon arrival and the staff and leadership managed it beautifully. Great location central and walkable location."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Very clean, comfortable hotel with one-bedroom suites. Pretty and well maintained. It offers limited bar food but, surprisingly, no bar (no liquor license). We went to Ruby Tuesday’s next door for dinner - very meh. Anyway, hotel and staff are great but find dinner elsewhere. Also quite easy access ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Clean stay ,location was ok but customer service wasnt helpful/rude , and parking, wifi and breakfast you have to pay for"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"This hotel was incredibly rude and unhelpful. I booked a room online, and when i called to confirm over the phone they said the booking was unsuccessful and i do not have a reservation. they are still charging me the full amount saying i chose not to show up for my reservation. Upon speaking to managers, ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Parkside
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like 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.
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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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.
