Olde Kensington Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Olde Kensington
Stay near popular Olde Kensington attractions
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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
Top hotels in Olde Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Perfect for one night and the shuttle to the airport was very convenient"
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites
"The Pub was awesome. The environment was lively and the service was great! The rooms were very dated, though roomy. The location was good as well."
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Front desk was great. Reservation had no problems. Delighted you have ESPN —I’m a huge Chicago Bears fan and didn’t want to miss the game. First thing i checked on was the TV working properly. Happy to say yes it was, and the Bears won big time. The bed was very comfortable. Overall the stay was ..."
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
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.
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.
