Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Northwest Philadelphia attractions

Morris Arboretum

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Stroll among ancient trees, wetland tours and garden displays, in this peaceful setting that offers a reprieve from urban sightseeing.
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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

Rp499.929
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Rp1.053.799
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

Rp875.189
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Rp1.419.572
per adult
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Rp1.945.063
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Rp61.647
per adult
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Where to stay in Northwest Philadelphia

Find the best Northwest Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Franklin Field.

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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide