Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Southwest Philadelphia
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Bring the children to Sesame Place and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in Southwest Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
I stayed there because I had an early flight to start my vacation… But sadly to say I spent the first two days of my vacation having to medicate myself from itching from bedbugs from their establishment very horrible itching and scratching red marks everywhere, and bite marks all over me
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
It was a good stay, the room was very clean, from now on Sonesta will be my number 1 choice when I have to stay in Philadelphia
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Room clean. Heat not working but temperature never dropped below 69.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Couldn't check into our room till 10pm because systems were down. I understand things happen but alls we got for compensation was a free drink at the bar. Stay should have been discounted
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
Room was nice. It was clean. The staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
All the staff I interacted with or even passed were very friendly. The room was clean and the free shuttle to airport was great.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Philadelphia
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.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena or Lincoln Financial Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
