Olde Kensington Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Olde Kensington
Popular places to visit
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Top hotels in Olde Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
VERY small room. Beautiful hotel but everything was so small, could barely get out stroller through the door.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Windsor Suites
My wife and I needed to quickly book a large suite for our family due to our granddaughter’s surgery at CHOP. We had never stayed at Windsor Suites before and didn ’t know much about the area… but after 5 nights there, we can honestly say this hotel was FABULOUS — immaculate, friendly, and incredibly ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Receptionists were very hospitable and warm. They gave their guests amazing & yummy cookies. Paid parking & Breakfast which was a bummer but otherwise this hotel is massive in size and parking lot looked like some event was going on in the hotel and was not easy to find a spot. Overall - Very good ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Staff was great, room was comfortable and the location was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
The staff
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Staff were super nice and accomodating
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Olde Kensington
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like North Bowl and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Kensington
When in Kensington and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or The Liacouras Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Somerset Station or Berks St & Girard Ave Stop.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Historic Arch Street Meeting House and Independence Mall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
Olde Kensington Travel Guide
- University of Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Reading Terminal Market
- Temple University
- Liberty Bell Center
- King of Prussia Mall
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Coco Key Water Resort
- Independence Hall
- Adventure Aquarium
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Cherry Hill Mall
- Valley Forge National Historic Park
- Fairmount Park
- Funplex
