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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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
"Clean, Friendly and helpful staff at the desk, location"
Reviewed on 4 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
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"Quiet neighborhood (feels like your driving into a residential area). Clean, huge room, nice bed, friendly staff. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Excellent low cost airport hotel with great shuttle service."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Let me start by saying, the staff was absolutely amazing!!! Everyone from valet to front desk to the restaurant (especially, Migel) and the wonderful manager (who's name I don't recall) were phenomenal! Kudos to each of them for being friendly, professional and going above and beyond the call of ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Windsor Suites
"We got a room with a balcony and had a bathtub shower combination. It was clean. It was comfortable. We slept through the night. It was noise proof so we did not hear any of the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia parking was a little pricey, but other than that, it was totally amazing."
Reviewed on 4 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.
