Kensington Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this quaint area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Everything was great as usual but the first morning the maid just barged in to our room at 830 in the morning and found us in a state of undress. Was not happy about that.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Windsor Suites
Good location but house keeping very lacking (my room was not cleaned for 2 weeks, had to request TP & towels, trash was never removed, elevators were not vacuumed weekly let alone daily) worst was expensive headphones left behind, notified front desk 6am from airport - never found.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The bed smelled like someone with bad BO slept in it….and I found that my room and the place has bed bugs…never staying here again
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Unfortunately, my stay here was not the best. I’ve stayed at other Sonesta’s and this property just did not measure up with the others. Let me begin by saying the check in process was smooth and staff were nice. Some things were not in their control — the hotel was flooded with people for the college ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Super close to the downtown and sporting event area. Very clean, very nice staff, absolutely no issues, will definitely book again
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
The bathroom needs to be updated
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
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.
