Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant 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.
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
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southwest Philadelphia
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Bar Personel Very Rude !! No service at all. Was sitting behind the bar and didn’t move and come to the table, just yelling from the bar !! She was the only one at the Bar/Restaurant. Cooking and serving!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Clean stay ,location was ok but customer service wasnt helpful/rude , and parking, wifi and breakfast you have to pay for"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"I stayed overnight due to a flight I had the next day. It was fine for an overnight stay."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
"Everything was super clean, staff were very nice and helpful But it wasn’t a microwave in the room Other than that it was very nice"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Nice location & staff"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
"This hotel is absolutely horrifying- avoid at all costs. I’m quite certain they are paying for positive reviews, and have used AI for their photos. I felt so unsafe the entire time - it’s essentially only being used by the homeless and unsavory happenings. I wondered why the parking lot was full ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 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 Lincoln Financial Field or Xfinity Mobile Arena 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.
