South Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Top hotels in South Philadelphia
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
"Clean. Staff was excellent"
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"We checked in on October 3 and checked out on October 6. On October 4, our room was broken into, and my wife’s jewelry box was stolen. We immediately filed an official complaint, but unfortunately, nothing came of it, and we never recovered any of the stolen jewelry. I have used Expedia multiple ..."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
"Stayed here two nights for the Eagles game. My room was very clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a quiet peaceful area and the front desk staff were very kind and courteous. It was an easy walk to the stadium. I would 100 percent stay here again."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"The checkin time was delayed to around 5pm that day. We asked staffs multi times but staffs just keep changing checkin time without giving any reason. Also no text updates when room is ready. The experience was terrible and wont stay next time in Philly."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in South Philadelphia
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.
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.
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.
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.
