Parkway Museum District Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Franklin Institute
You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Barnes Foundation
You can browse the exhibits at Barnes Foundation, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Parkway Museum District
The Windsor Suites
The beds were comfortable. The room was enormous and the location was excellent although very noisy at night because of traffic. Several things about the hotel are quite rundown. The curtains didn’t open or close properly because they caught on the tracks so my husband had to climb up and sort them ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Room was very satisfactory. Super clean, nice modern bathroom. Large room. Only complaint was front desk staff. They were cold, indifferent, and honestly looked like they hated their jobs. Unusual to see folks doing a hospitality job that seemed to hate interfacing with the public. The gentleman, ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
I didn't like that you had to join a "club" to get wifi. Otherwise, great.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was dirty, mattress was dirty. We've been coming here for years and it seems they are no longer keeping up with the property. Our very last time staying here.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
Booked prepaid and was told on arrival that they overbooked and were moving me to another crappier hotel with a double room (I booked king). Then find out I won’t even get the lower rate for the crap hotel. Ripped off false advertising. Won’t book with Aloft again.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
I did not use any of the amenities in the hotel. However, my room 2222 seemed to have a lot of noise above me. It sounded like wheels rolling throughout the day and night. I had to have the TV on to drown out the sound.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkway Museum District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
