Southwest Center City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Southwest Center City
Stay near popular Southwest Center City attractions
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Top hotels in Southwest Center City
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"It was very difficult to order room service. There were no instructions for it in the hotel room. You had to do it through the TV and the directions were very unclear. I also had an appointment I had to be at so asked for the bell hop to get my bags at a specific time. Called the night before. They ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
W Philadelphia
"Everyone and everything at this Hotel was an great experience."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The staff really went out of their way to be accommodating and welcoming. Rather than try to describe it, I would recommend to anybody that they just try it out and experience it for themselves."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Where to stay in Southwest Center City
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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
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 Citizens Bank Park.
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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.
