Olde Kensington Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums 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 family-friendly area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event 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.
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
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Olde Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
We usually chose GQ for the quality price ratio. But this stay was much more expensive than the previous ones for the exact same accommodations. Not cool! In addition, two incidents happened: I witnessed a dog reliving himself in one of the elevators. To be frank, I have never seen so many dogs at ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Check in staff was wonderful, and Matthew in particular was a wealth of information when we needed help the second night. And a delight to visit with. However, we tried to eat on the 19th floor the first night and service was very poor and the second day my room was never cleaned. Friendly staff, ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
No breakfast
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The hotel is in a great location and the staff very friendly. Having a Starbucks in the lobby for grab and go breakfast was very nice. There were some issues with our room but they were brought to the attention of the staff directly. If noise is an issue for you, I suggest to avoid "connecting" rooms, ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
The location, staff, and restaurant were outstanding.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olde 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.
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.
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.
