Southwest Center City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Southwest Center City attractions

Marian Anderson Historical Residence & Museum

You can study the exhibits at Marian Anderson Historical Residence & Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

฿843
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

฿1,991
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

฿844
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,636
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car

One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car

฿1,856
per adult
One Hour Tour Of Philadelphia Historical Sites In A Vintage Car
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

฿4,083
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
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Top hotels in Southwest Center City

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,259 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿3,259
฿3,792 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (290 reviews)
"The room was very affordable and very clean"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,558 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿3,558
฿4,140 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,883 reviews)
"Love the aesthetics of the waiting are. The coffee machine is a plus. The rooms are a Lil outdated and not 100% clean. Buy the sheets were fresh!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,803 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿4,803
฿5,589 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿2,725 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿2,725
฿3,171 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,594 reviews)
"Centrally located with walking distance to everything I needed. Gym. Restaurants. Bars. Parking."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿5,411 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,411
฿7,385 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,871 reviews)
"Left behind medication. Their website to have that returned is useless. Despite providing my credit card number etc I cannot have that returned. Would not stay there again!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,069 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿7,069
฿9,576 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Where to stay in Southwest Center City

Find the best Southwest Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

Southwest Center City Travel Guide