South Philadelphia West Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular South Philadelphia West attractions

American Swedish Historical Museum

You can browse the exhibits at American Swedish Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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

฿1,605
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

฿118,117
per adult
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

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

฿1,622
per adult
90% 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

฿893
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

฿663
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

฿1,952
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia West

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

3 out of 5
2033 Penrose Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,907 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿3,907
฿4,547 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,719 reviews)
"The room smelled like marihuana. not good"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,298 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿5,298
฿6,165 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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 ...
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,631 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,631
฿4,225 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (3,193 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The Windsor Suites
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,936 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,936
฿6,908 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,007 reviews)
"Its a very nice place staff are phenomenal all around I definitely will stay there again aoon went to just relax myself and I aute did that."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
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 ฿2,959 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿2,959
฿3,444 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (2,429 reviews)
"Room was great"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,969 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,969
฿8,027 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia West

Find the best South Philadelphia West 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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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 Citizens Bank Park.

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Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, 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 Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting 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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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.

South Philadelphia West Travel Guide