Rittenhouse Square Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Rittenhouse Square

9.0/10 (5,237 reviews)
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.
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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
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)
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
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

฿2,170
per adult
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
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
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Top hotels in Rittenhouse Square

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,491 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,491
฿5,226 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,864 reviews)
"Very helpful checkin. Great location."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿2,741 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,741
฿3,190 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,574 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,862 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿4,862
฿5,658 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,692 reviews)
"The water pressure in the bathroom was low. I'm short; the sink was too high for me. With the water pressure, it made washing my face hard, and water went all over the place. Great to have only a shower, but there were no grab bars. I'm a senior. I don't need a roll-in shower. However, the floor ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,327 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿7,327
฿9,774 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 indoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great central location with elegant surroundings. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿6,078 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿6,078
฿8,172 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,842 reviews)
"everything was very nice. staff was great and helpful"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
W Philadelphia

W Philadelphia

5 out of 5
1439 CHESTNUT ST Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,146 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,146
฿8,316 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
W Philadelphia
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Where to stay in Rittenhouse Square

Find the best Rittenhouse Square areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

Rittenhouse Square Travel Guide