Visit University City
Popular places to visit
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
If Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
If Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
If Penn Presbyterian Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
Good location, reasonable rates, clean, large room.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
Staff was fabulous
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Clean room nice staff
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
N/A
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Quick check in, courtesy staff, very efficient!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Windsor Suites
My wife and I needed to quickly book a large suite for our family due to our granddaughter’s surgery at CHOP. We had never stayed at Windsor Suites before and didn’t know much about the area… but after 5 nights there, we can honestly say this hotel was FABULOUS — immaculate, friendly, and incredibly ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University 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.
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.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place 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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
