University City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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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 art galleries 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.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Penn Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Penn Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Clarence Clark park
Clarence Clark park 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 or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University City
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
Very clean room. Comfortable bed and room. Great location near the Penn campus.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
4211 Suites
Room was clean, staff friendly.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
The room was spacious, clean, and, most importantly, warm. Great stay, good breakfast. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Great experience, good value
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Room was decent
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The room was clean and great for the price and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
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.
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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban 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.
