Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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An art gallery with abstract paintings on the walls and a sculpture on the right.
A city skyline with illuminated skyscrapers at dusk.
A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, modern buildings, and autumn foliage.

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Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.0/10 (6,105 reviews)
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
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Things to do

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,619
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

฿1,970
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

฿1,636
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

฿901
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

฿835
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,970
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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Top hotels in Parkway Museum District

The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,761 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿4,761
฿5,541 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,311 reviews)
"I had a really good time at this hotel. It was clean. Staff was friendly. The floors were amazing. The walls were amazing. The bathroom was nice like I can’t keep Raving about it!!! I will definitely be going back."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

The Windsor Suites
Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

3 out of 5
101 North Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,414 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,414
฿5,137 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,128 reviews)
"Overall, a very enjoyable stay. Had some issues with my reservation, but that was on Expedias side. The staff were very nice. And because of all the issues that I had they gave me a voucher for the bar for one drink, which I appreciated. The only thing I will say is the bed had a few small stains ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,845 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,845
฿6,420 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,471 reviews)
"I loved everything about my stay Staff was amazing I didn’t get a chance to utilize my food vouchers and the room didn’t have any heat BUT the hotel was amazing I would definitely recommend and come back again Thank you"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1421 Arch St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,489 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿5,489
฿6,388 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,719 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,719
฿5,491 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
One Logan Square Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,565 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿6,565
฿7,640 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Parkway Museum District

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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.

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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.

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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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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.

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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.

Parkway Museum District Travel Guide