Old City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Old City attractions

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Elfreth's Alley

9.6/10 (9 reviews)
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

Rp871.351
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

Rp1.059.994
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)

Rp880.334
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC

Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC

Rp2.543.087
per adult
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Rp60.405
per adult
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

Rp19.940
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Old City

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.734.855 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
Rp1.734.855
Rp2.018.851 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,028 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia

3 out of 5
14 N Front St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.748.402 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.748.402
Rp2.034.865 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG

4.5 out of 5
433 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.907.982 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.907.982
Rp3.384.096 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.762.191 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp1.762.191
Rp2.050.588 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (294 reviews)
"1. The breakfast isn’t free ( That was more so my fault for not doing research) 2. No room service (My fault again I guess) 3. It was lint everywhere in my room and I believe all of it came from the entire bed set. 4. No vending machines. I was extremely baffled by this as I just wanted some water ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.914.572 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp1.914.572
Rp2.227.988 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.584.672 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
Rp2.584.672
Rp3.007.783 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
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Where to stay in Old City

Find the best Old City 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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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 Penn Museum.

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.

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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.

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