Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Fort Mifflin

6.0/10 (10 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Fort Mifflin, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music 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 Southwest Philadelphia

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,822 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,822
฿4,447 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (140 reviews)
"Clean room convenient location to stadiums."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
9000 Bartram Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿4,247 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,247
฿4,942 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,380 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia International Airport

Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia International Airport

2.5 out of 5
8600 Bartram Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,962 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,962
฿4,610 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Xfinity Mobile Arena and ...
Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia International Airport
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport

Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
4101a Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,633 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,633
฿4,228 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
8900 Bartram Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,856 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,856
฿4,487 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,956 reviews)
"Hotel is nice, clean and reasonable. My only concern was we arrived and left while it was dark and the parking lot and entrance was very dark, not lit at all. The parking lot lights went on for about 15 seconds when we arrived. Otherwise, they were off."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Philadelphia Airport Marriott

Philadelphia Airport Marriott

3.5 out of 5
1 Arrivals Rd Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿8,014 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿8,014
฿9,326 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Philadelphia Airport Marriott
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Where to stay in Southwest Philadelphia

Find the best Southwest Philadelphia 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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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South Philadelphia

Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide