South Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Navy Yard
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by The Navy Yard. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Italian Market
Philadelphia’s authentic Italian neighborhood has been displaying a love of food, as well it’s own colorful style, for more than a century.
South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Enjoy an outing to South Philadelphia Sports Complex during your stay in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Top hotels in South Philadelphia
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
"The property was great and everyone was very accommodating. However, smoking is everywhere, even in the elevators."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"Staff was of little help and the location was not convenient"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
"Was beyond what I expected"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
"Great location for events at the Xfinity Arena."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Nice compact hotel but no amenities like breakfast at minimum. Rained my entire stay so bummer I had to leave hotel to get food"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"The valet parking is horrible for both parking and getting it out. The reception ask us our preference for beds and still messed it up."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Philadelphia
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.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Lincoln Financial Field or Citizens Bank Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon Station.
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.
