Rittenhouse Square Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Rittenhouse Square
Stay near popular Rittenhouse Square attractions
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Top hotels in Rittenhouse Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"We had 2 major inconveniences: First, the entry to the hotel from the street is on a bus-only lane. As such, we had to park in the garage and schlep our stuff over without a cart. We didnt have time to unload on the street. Secondly, the promised EV charging was not on the property (in same garage) ..."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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Where to stay in Rittenhouse Square
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
