South Philadelphia East 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 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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

The Navy Yard
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by The Navy Yard. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Enjoy an outing to South Philadelphia Sports Complex during your stay in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable 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.
Things to do

City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise

Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia

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

Philadelphia & Amish Country Day Trip from New York
Top hotels in South Philadelphia East

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Beautiful and very clean
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
Nice location easy walk to citizens park for baseball game
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The best part of this hotel is the location. The staff are all excellent snd go out of their way to be helpful. The hotel is old and needs renovations, but the rates are good if you can’t afford a 4-5 star accommodations.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

The Windsor Suites
Good stay! Updated since the last time we were there. Like the kitchenette.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Our room was huge and the beds so comfortable. Everything was spotless. The only breakfast option was the coffee shop which wasn't very exciting, best to find a local diner.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
This was a quick one night stay while visiting Philadelphia. The room was clean and comfortable. I had no issues while staying overnight. There is a Wawa very close in vicinity if you need any snacks. Everyone was welcoming and friendly. It’s a good place to stay if you have a flight to catch. There ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Philadelphia East

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.

Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.

Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Southwest Philadelphia
Southwest Philadelphia is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Island Ave & Lindbergh Blvd Tram Stop or Island Ave & Suffolk Ave Tram Stop to explore sights like Bartram's Garden.

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.

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.

