South Philadelphia West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit South Philadelphia West
Stay near popular South Philadelphia West attractions
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
Top hotels in South Philadelphia West
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"Front desk staff service was unsatisfactory (except for the dining area staff). Our room was double booked after check in and caught it before another group entered our room. I called down to confirm if I selected breakfast option, was told they would call me back and 20 minutes later had to go down ..."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites
"The property is located very close to the city hall, liberty bell etc. The property is very dated. Carpets in the corridor are old, smelly. The rooms are dated. Bathrooms have blocked drains (we tried 2 rooms but still had issues). We didn't try the pool. There is an Irish pub and a Chinese restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Nice hotel near Center City, located near transit and food options!"
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Excellent staff! Positive and so helpful !!"
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
Where to stay in South Philadelphia West
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.
