South Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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A street corner with a green awning storefront named "GIORDANO" and a "No Parking" sign.
A Wells Fargo Center with a modern glass facade and a large sign.
An indoor ice hockey rink with players in orange jerseys.
A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".

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Xfinity Mobile Arena

8.4/10 (3,330 reviews)
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

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

฿1,636
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,619
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

฿1,970
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

฿2,170
per adult
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

฿901
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

฿835
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

4 out of 5
900 Packer Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,774 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿5,774
฿7,494 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,968 reviews)
"My first time here and the woman at the desk treated me like a vip. The room was clean and very modern. I loved the extras. There were nice comfy robes hanging in the closet and a nepresso coffee maker."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
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 ฿3,961 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,961
฿4,609 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 ...
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

2 out of 5
628 S 5th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿2,728 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,728
฿3,151 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse ...
8/10 Very good! (136 reviews)
"Hot water isn’t hot enough"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

4 out of 5
701 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,120 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,120
฿4,795 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

3 out of 5
1001 Intrepid Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,381 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,381
฿8,589 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Great overall experience"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,684 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿5,684
฿6,614 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia

Find the best South Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Philadelphia
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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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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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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 Travel Guide