Whitman Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Bring the children to Sesame Place and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Top hotels in Whitman
The Windsor Suites
The reservation desk area is under renovation, but they had someone at the entrance to guide me to the temporary reservation area. And people could not have been nicer. The room was huge and clean, and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from in the area.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
There was construction near my room that started at 9am each day. I was so tired and all I heard was banging and drilling. Other than that the staff is nice and It was comfy.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Fun hotel, good location, easy to check in and out.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
The room was clean and comfortable, bathroom was also clean. Front desk staff was friendly. We stayed for a night before our flight out of PHL, due to the weather, and took their shuttle without a problem. Overall a very good stay.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Staff were very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
All of the front desh staff that I ran into were very helpful and nice.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whitman
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena or Lincoln Financial Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon 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.
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.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
