Roxborough Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly 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.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Top hotels in Roxborough
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The room and bathroom are tiny. The air conditioning blows right on the bed so I was cold every night. The shower is so small that the shower curtain sticks to you while trying to shower. We didn’t have a hairdryer in our room and asked for one which they brought but they gave us a broken one. The ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Upon arrival to the room, the sheets were dirty. I called the front desk and I was told maintenance would come up and change the sheets in 10 minutes. 40 minutes passed and no one came. I had to call back and someone was sent to the room with sheets for me to change which is ridiculous as that is ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Windsor Suites
Supposedly we got the only room in the hotel that didn't have a TV that worked, which was frustrating as we had a toddler. The windows on the street side are razor thin, so you will hear street noise at all hours. Location is excellent. Very close to lots of things. Rooms are slightly outdated, but ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The rooms are spacious, super clean and the bathroom better conditioner, shampoo and soap
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Great location and easy walking distance to local restaurants and historical sites
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Relaxing
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Roxborough
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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.
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
North Philadelphia East
While you're in North Philadelphia East, take in top sights like Divine Lorraine Hotel or Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Temple University Station or Cecil B Moore Station.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
