Center City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Center City
Stay near popular Center City attractions
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Top hotels in Center City
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Location of the hotel: excellent Check-in: very easy Staff at front desk: very helpful Room: very quiet; on the 8th floor, in the Headhouse Tower Room cleanliness: needs thorough cleaning (carpet was sticky) House-keeping: hit-and-miss --missing on day one; second day, had to call for clean-up; third ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"I appreciate the folks at Club Quarters. After an evening of flight delays, I didn't get to the hotel until 4:30AM the next morning. There was someone available to check me in and get the few hours of sleep and a shower I needed before work. Appreciate the understanding of a super late check in."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Wish they have more restaurants !"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
W Philadelphia
"Definitely recommend"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Excellent location. The staff were extremely welcoming, attentive and helpful. We were able to check into our room a bit early. The room was massive and very clean. The elevator was a bit dated and our shower did not drain well. The stay, otherwise, was fantastic and I would stay at that property ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"IRA is the best part of this hotel!! The WiFi was spotty but the place is beautiful and well located. The new supper club is insanely gorgeous!! And the gym!!!!!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Center City
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 Citizens Bank Park.
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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.
