Olde Kensington Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Top hotels in Olde Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Our room with a king bed was spacious and comfortable. We chose to have housekeeping each day of our 4 day stay, so there were fresh towels each day and new cartons of water to replenish those we used. The restaurant food was expensive but plentiful, well prepared, and delicious. We were traveling ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location and price."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
"The hotel was in a good location and was convenient for my stay. I did have an issue with the electricity in the room. When I plugged in the iron, the power went out, and I had to reset the breaker to restore electricity to the room. I’m not sure if this was related to the age of the building or ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Olde Kensington
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.
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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 Franklin Field.
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.
