Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a river reflecting lights, and a bridge with light trails.
A city skyline with a prominent bridge spanning a river.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a dense urban layout.
A city skyline with modern skyscrapers, a river, and a bridge.
A nighttime city street with a prominent clock tower, illuminated buildings, and a cobblestone road.

Stay near popular Southwest Philadelphia attractions

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

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

฿1,591
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

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

฿1,607
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

฿3,575
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

฿886
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

฿820
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

฿1,935
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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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 ฿4,183 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,183
฿4,868 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿4,079 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,079
฿4,747 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (2,348 reviews)
"Pool was closed for repair YET that was the main reason we chose this hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 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 ฿3,806 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,806
฿4,429 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (352 reviews)
"Only got half a roll of TP and needed more for our group of four. Had to go down 6 floors to get it myself, front desk said he could not leave the desk."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

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 ฿3,618 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,618
฿4,210 total
4 Oct - 5 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 ฿4,040 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,040
฿4,701 total
4 Oct - 5 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,918 reviews)
"We came in late and we were greeted with friendliness and that made it worth it and we will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Philadelphia Airport Marriott

Philadelphia Airport Marriott

3.5 out of 5
1 Arrivals Rd Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿7,979 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿7,979
฿9,286 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,415 reviews)
"Very convenient stay for a stopover. Clean. Efficient. Nice gym. Comfortable room. Nothing out of the ordinary. I would stay here again if I ever needed to stopover in Philly."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

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.
A large, golden bell with inscriptions, mounted on a structure with a historic building in the background.

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.

A narrow street lined with red brick buildings, a cobblestone path, and a black lamppost.

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.

A downtown area with modern buildings, a plaza with outdoor seating, and pedestrians.

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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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 Franklin Field.

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