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Popular places to visit
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices 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 art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
Wells Fargo Center
Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York
Tea Around Town A Charming Tea Experience in Philadelphia
Top hotels in Southwest Center City
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Center City
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.
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.