Holmesburg Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Holmesburg
Stay near popular Holmesburg attractions
Things to do
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Self-Guided Outdoor Mystery Game
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Top hotels in Holmesburg
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"No free breakfast but other than that the hotel is really nice, convenient and comfortable beds and pillows."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites
"The room was big and had a nice kitchenette area. Very useful for multiple day stay. And the proximity to restaurants, and other stores, was a big plus. The hotel itself was quiet, though Franklin traffic noise made me wish I had a higher floor. I was on the 7th and probably should have been about ..."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"This was a nice place to stay and the front desk was so helpful"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"Wonderful Stay and Excellent Hospitality! We had a wonderful stay at Element Philadelphia. From check-in to check-out, the staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and genuinely interested in making sure we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay. The breakfast was excellent, with a great variety of ..."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Holmesburg
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.
