Fairmount Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia on your trip to Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Walk the blocks of the old jail that set the benchmark for a modern prison system worldwide and take a peek inside the cells of notorious gangsters.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Enjoy a stop at Mural Arts Philadelphia, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Top hotels in Fairmount
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Good value."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Awesome service! Check-in was prompt. The staff was professional and friendly. Would stay over and over again!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Lovely mid century modern design. A fresh interpretation of a hotel room, complete with colorful tile, good artwork, and original furniture arrangement. Clean clean clean. Great little snack bar and friendly staff. What is not to love?"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"Stayed for one night before a flight back home. Room was clean and spacious. Front desk staff was helpful and answered all of my questions."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The public spaces are beautiful and the staff is really nice. Once you leave the lobby, the hallways and rooms are getting shabby. Overall our stay was pretty good, but they need to renovate."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Room didn’t look like the picture at all. Valet was extremely rude"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Fairmount
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.
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting 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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
