Center City East Travel Guide
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Visit Center City East
Stay near popular Center City East 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)

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Center City East

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"My room was spacious and aesthetically pleasing however I found the room extremely noisy. The AC made a loud ‘whooshing’ noise every few minutes. I could not sleep and it was too hot to turn the AC off. My room was also very bright, there was a flashing bill board outside the window. I had booked ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"Close to Reading Terminal, great breakfast, good for stay."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Penn's View Hotel
"Everyone here is really nice and helpful. Thank you so much. Will def come back for 3rd and 4th time 😄"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Center City East

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 Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting 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.

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.


























