South Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Italian Market
Philadelphia’s authentic Italian neighborhood has been displaying a love of food, as well it’s own colorful style, for more than a century.
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.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in South Philadelphia
Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia
Short overnight stay to attend a 76ers game. This hotel is great for thw football and baseball stadium. It wasnt a super far walk foe basketball but when its cold its not the best. there was a shuttle but we didn't want to wait and getting steps in with family is fun. The staff was friendly, check ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
Great location. Bar wasn't open which was inconvenient
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
This Courtyard is extremely convenient for people going to Eagles games or other events at the sports complex. The staff was very friendly helpful. The only downside is that we tried to get dinner there and the bistro/bar was extremely overwhelmed. It was faster to drive 20 minutes each way to pick ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
I do not typically leave reviews, but my stay here was so amazing not to. I felt so at home, giving that it was an apartment vibe. I ran into an issue with my door the first night and within minutes the issue was resolved! I will not be staying anywhere else in Philly. I did not want to leave. This ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Super staff and coffee. Only downside was getting the luggage from the car
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Quick check in, courtesy staff, very efficient!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Philadelphia
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia Travel Guide
Hotels Near South Philadelphia, Philadelphia
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