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 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.
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.
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.
The Navy Yard
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by The Navy Yard. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Top hotels in South Philadelphia
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Beautiful and very clean
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
I didn’t have breakfast because you had to pay for it. Staff was good. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
Nice location easy walk to citizens park for baseball game
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
The location felt safe and secure. Easy access to Broad street line to get to the sports complex. Go Phils!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The best part of this hotel is the location. The staff are all excellent snd go out of their way to be helpful. The hotel is old and needs renovations, but the rates are good if you can’t afford a 4-5 star accommodations.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Windsor Suites
Good stay! Updated since the last time we were there. Like the kitchenette.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena 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.
